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CELPIP Writing Task 1: Writing an Email

CELPIP Writing Task 1 Sample Answer: Damaged Furniture Delivery

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You ordered a wooden coffee table from an online furniture store, but it arrived damaged. Write an email to the store’s customer support team to complain.

Time
27 minutes
Length
150–200 words
Tone
Formal or semi-formal, depending on the reader

The question

You ordered a wooden coffee table from an online furniture store, but it arrived damaged. Write an email to the store’s customer support team to complain.

Required Points:

-Mention when you placed the order and what item was ordered.

-Describe the damage observed upon delivery.

-Explain how this affects your plans or home.

-Request a replacement or refund.

Write about 150-200 words.

Excellent answer: around CLB 11–12

Dear Customer Support Team, I am disappointed to report an issue with a wooden coffee table ordered on May 1, 2025, through your online platform. Upon its arrival yesterday, I discovered a prominent crack across the surface and several scratches on the legs, making it unsuitable for use. This damage disrupts my plans to host a family gathering, leaving my living room aesthetically compromised. I urge you to arrange a prompt replacement or issue a full refund to my account. Please provide details on the return process and expected resolution timeline. Best regards, [Your Name]

95 words

Good answer: around CLB 7–8

Dear Customer Support Team, I am writing to report an issue with a wooden coffee table I ordered on May 1, 2025, from your online store. Upon delivery yesterday, I noticed a significant crack across the tabletop and multiple scratches on the legs, rendering it unusable. This is particularly inconvenient, as I planned to showcase it during a family event this weekend, leaving my living space incomplete. I kindly request a replacement table at no additional cost or a full refund. Please let me know how to proceed with this matter. Regards, [Your Name]

94 words

Basic answer: around CLB 4–5

Dear Customer Support, I ordered a wooden coffee table from your website on May 1, 2025. When it arrived yesterday, the table had a big crack on the top and scratches on the legs. This is disappointing because I wanted to use it for a family gathering this weekend, and now my living room looks incomplete. Please send a new table or give me a refund soon. Thank you, [Your Name]

71 words

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