iTEP_WRITING PRACTICE

iTEP_WRITING PRACTICE

by mitzelin ortega

​PART 1

For Part 1 of the Writing Section you will be presented with a simple situation or topic about which you will be asked to write a short note or letter.​

​Directions

Practice Exercises - Part 1

• Read each question.

• Write down a few notes.

• Plan and write a response in 5 minutes.​

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Practice Exercise 1:

Think of one your favorite teachers. Write a note to him or her asking for a recommendation for you to get into a school or program where you are applying.

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Practice Exercise 2:

Think of a place where you would like to work. Write a letter to the company, asking for a part-time job.

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Practice Exercise 3:

Write about a place that you would like to visit one day. What makes it special to you?

Part 2​

In the Writing Part 2 Section you will be required to write an essay of 175-225 words (maximum 250 words) expressing an opinion on the given topic. To score well, you must give reasons and examples to support your opinion.​

Directions and tips​

Try planning and writing an appropriate response in twenty minutes to each question:

• Read each question.

• Plan a response.

• Write down notes.

• Write a response.

• Spend the last two minutes proofreading and making minor edits.​

Open Ended

Practice Exercise 1:

Certain countries protect their native industries by imposing heavy tariffs on imported goods. Other countries encourage imports in order to ensure their citizens access to as many goods as possible. Should countries be allowed to impose high tariffs on imports or should all countries allow each other free access to their markets? What do you think? Give reasons and examples to support your opinion.

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Practice Exercise 2:

Often former government regulators are offered jobs by the industries that they had previously been overseeing. Critics say that this is a conflict of interest, while others say it’s not justifiable to restrict individuals’ actions once they’ve left public service. What do you think? Give reasons and examples to support your opinion.