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CELPIP Writing Task 1: Writing an Email

CELPIP Writing Task 1 Sample Answer: Technical Support for Digital Movie Rental Platform

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You rented a movie from an online streaming platform, but there were technical issues such as buffering, poor video quality, or incorrect charges.

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

The question

You rented a movie from an online streaming platform, but there were technical issues such as buffering, poor video quality, or incorrect charges.

Write an email to the streaming service support team. Your email should include:

-The issue you faced while trying to watch the movie.

-Any troubleshooting steps you tried.

-The impact this had on your viewing experience.

-A request for a refund or technical support.

Excellent answer: around CLB 11–12

Dear [Support Team Representative], I am writing to report multiple issues with a recent movie rental on your platform. Despite using a high-speed internet connection, the film experienced constant buffering and pixelation, significantly impacting my viewing experience. Furthermore, I noticed that my account was incorrectly charged twice for the same rental. I request a full refund for the duplicate charge and an immediate resolution to the streaming issue. Kindly advise on the steps I should take to prevent this from recurring. I appreciate your prompt assistance. Sincerely, [Your Full Name]

90 words

Good answer: around CLB 7–8

Dear Support Team, I recently rented a movie from your platform, but I experienced continuous buffering and low-quality playback. Despite having a strong internet connection, the streaming did not improve. Additionally, I was charged twice for the same rental. I request a refund for the extra charge and assistance in fixing the streaming issue. Looking forward to your response. Best regards, [Your Name]

63 words

Basic answer: around CLB 4–5

Dear Customer Support, I rented a movie from your platform yesterday, but I had many problems. The video kept buffering, and the quality was very poor. I tried restarting my internet, but the issue remained. I would like a refund or a solution to fix this problem. Please let me know how you can help. Thank you. Best regards, [Your Name]

61 words

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