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CELPIP Writing Task 1: Writing an Email

CELPIP Writing Task 1 Sample Answer: Request for Guest Speaker at Event

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You’re organizing a community event and want to invite a guest speaker. Write an email to a potential speaker requesting their participation.

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

The question

You’re organizing a community event and want to invite a guest speaker. Write an email to a potential speaker requesting their participation.

Explain the event’s purpose, why you chose them, and suggest a date for their talk.

Excellent answer: around CLB 11–12

Dear Dr. Patel, I’m delighted to invite you to be a guest speaker at our community wellness event, designed to foster healthier living among our neighborhood residents. Your participation would make a profound impact. On Saturday, May 10, we’re hosting a gathering to educate attendees on nutrition and sustainable health practices. Your distinguished reputation as a physician, coupled with your compelling presentations on dietary wellness, makes you the perfect candidate to captivate our audience. We envision a 30-minute talk at 2 p.m., where you could share actionable advice on balanced eating, empowering residents to enhance their quality of life. Your insights would resonate deeply, inspiring lasting change in our community. Please confirm your availability for May 10 or suggest an alternative date that suits you. Thank you for considering this meaningful opportunity—I’m eager to collaborate. Sincerely, Emma Davis

138 words

Good answer: around CLB 7–8

Dear Dr. Patel, I’m reaching out to invite you to serve as a guest speaker at our upcoming community event, focused on promoting healthier lifestyles in our neighborhood. Scheduled for May 10, the event aims to educate residents on nutrition and wellness. Given your expertise as a renowned physician and your engaging talks on public health, we believe you’d be an ideal speaker to inspire our audience. We’d be honored if you could deliver a 30-minute presentation at 2 p.m., sharing practical tips for better eating habits. Your participation would empower attendees to make informed health choices, strengthening our community’s well-being. Please let me know if you’re available or if another date works better. Thank you for considering this opportunity, and I look forward to your response. Regards, Emma Davis

130 words

Basic answer: around CLB 4–5

Dear Dr. Patel, I’m writing to invite you to be a guest speaker at our community event next month. It’s a special event for our neighborhood. The event is about healthy living, and we want to teach people how to eat better. You’re a great doctor, and I heard you give good talks about health. We think you’d be perfect to share your ideas. The event is on May 10, and we’d like you to speak at 2 p.m. for about 30 minutes. It will help our community learn from you. Please let me know if you can come. I hope you say yes. Thank you for your time. Best, Emma Davis

112 words

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