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Report and proposal are written in exactly the same way.
Not exactly - they share many elements but a report is PAST-LOOKING, while a proposal is FUTURE-LOOKING.
A review should have a very personal approach.
No, at this level the tone should be neutral, so remember to evaluate what you're reviewing accordingly.
In Writing pt 1, essay, the style depends on the topic.
No, it is always formal and impersonal.
Rewrite this sentence to get more points, using the word "view": This report is written to evaluate the current situation.
This report is written with a view to evaluating the current situation.
You may use the opinion box in the first part of writing.
Yes, and you need to use it word for word.
Yes, but you need to rephrase it.
No, it's just there for context, not for you to use.
Part 2 of writing carries fewer marks than part 1.
False
True
You have to spend 45 minutes on each piece of writing.
No; you have a total of 90 mins for both parts, you distribute your time as you see fit.
It is not a big deal if you have 30 words more than the limit.
Wrong, you should try to stay within the limit. Don't waste time counting words, though!
If you start a formal letter with "Dear Sir/Madam" or "To whom it may concern", how do you finish it?
Yours faithfully, Full Name
The introduction to the informal email goes straight to the point.
No - you need some kind of introduction in all types of writing.
Your teacher will tell you off if you don't read your text before you submit it and make silly mistakes.
ABSOLUTELY YES!!!
How do you choose which writing in part 2 you will do?
According to the task and ideas you have about it, not the type of writing.
Is a rethorical question a good way to start an essay?
It could be, as long as it's impersonal.
Which formal pieces of writing can you get in the exam?
Essay, report, proposal, formal letter.
Cambridge Advanced is a British exam, but both American and British variations of spelling are accepted. (T/F)
False
True
If you fail 1 piece of writing, you fail both.
False
True
