PET Writing Part 3: Sample topics

Here is the list of Sample topics for Writing Part 3 (Question 7 and 8):

Write an answer to one of the questions (7 or 8) in this part Write your answer in about 100 words on your answer sheet.

Question 7

#1

This is part of a letter you receive from an English friend.

I'm coming to visit your town in the summer with my parents and my twin brother. My parents love old buildings? and my brither and I just want something fun to do! Can you give me some ideas about where we could go?

• Now write a letter to your friend.
• Write your letter on your answer sheet.

#2

This is part of a letter you receive from a new English penfriend, Jo.

So that's all about me. Tell me all about yourself! What do you like doing in your spare time? And what do you like best about your studies?

• Now write a letter to Jo, answering the questions.
• Write your letter on your answer sheet.

#3

This is part of a letter you receive from an English friend.

I play the guitar - it's great fun because I love music! What music do you like to play or listen to? Do you have a favourite band or singer? Who are they and why do you like them?

• Now write a letter answering your friend's questions.
• Write your letter on your answer sheet.

#4

This is part of a letter you receive from your American friend, Charlie.

I watched my older sister take part in a singing competition last week - she won and it was really cool! Tell me about a competition you have entered? What kind of competition would you not like to enter and why?

• Now write a letter answering your friend's questions.
• Write your letter on your answer sheet.

#5

This is part of a letter you receive from an Australian friend.

It's summer now, so I spend nearly all my time outside with my friends. What do you do in your country when the weather is sunny? What's your favourite type of weather and why?

• Now write a letter answering your friend's questions.
• Write your letter on your answer sheet.

#6

This is part of a letter you receive from a Canadian friend.

I've just moved to another town and I don't know anyone here. What are some good ways of meeting people? Have you got any advice you can give me?

• Now write a letter answering your friend's questions.
• Write your letter on your answer sheet.

#7

This is part of a letter you receive from your English friend, Annie.

We have lots of rules in my school. We have to arrive by 8.30 and we mustn't leave the school during the day. What are the rules at your school? Do you agree with them?

• Now write a letter answering your friend's questions.
• Write your letter on your answer sheet.

#8

This is part of a letter you receive from your English friend, George.

I'm looking forward to visiting your town. Can you describe the town center to me? Where are the most important buildings?

• Now write a letter answering your friend's questions.
• Write your letter on your answer sheet.

Question 8

#1

• Your English teacher has asked you to write a story.
• Your story must begin with this sentence:

When Tom's dad picked him up in the car, he handed Tom a big bag from a sports store, and smiled.

• Write your story on your answer sheet.

#2

• Your English teacher has asked you to write a story.
• Your story must begin with this sentence:

Sarah knew the present from her friend was the best she had ever received!

• Write your story on your answer sheet.

#3

• Your English teacher has asked you to write a story.
• This is the title for your story.

The day I woke up late.

• Write your story on your answer sheet.

#4

• Your English teacher wants you to write a story.
• Your story must begin with this sentence:

The bus stopped and I quickly jumped on it.

• Write your story on your answer sheet.

#5

• Your English teacher has asked you to write a story.
• This is the title for your story.

My Great Adventure.

• Write your story on your answer sheet.

#6

• Your English teacher wants you to write a story.
• Your story must begin with this sentence:

I quickly started to open the large box.

• Write your story on your answer sheet.

#7

• Your English teacher wants you to write a story.
• Your story must begin with this sentence:

One day last week I was sitting in the cafe in the market square.

• Write your story on your answer sheet.

#8

• Your English teacher wants you to write a story.
• Your story must begin with this sentence:

When the teacher walked into the room we were very surprised at his appearance.

• Write your story on your answer sheet.

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