Your target audience usually does not have time to read all the information, so it’s important to use headings and bullet points to help them find what they want.

Description and explanation are key functions for this task and a review will normally include a recommendation to the reader.

What is the purpose of the writing? You need to summarise information and make a recommendation in a concise and well-organised manner.

A _____ is written traditionally for an English-language magazine, newspaper or website. The main purpose is to describe and express a personal opinion about something which the writer has experienced

An _____ is always written for a teacher. lt should address the prompt provided in terms of addressing both content points and providing a new viewpoint of the writer’s own.

A/An is written to respond to a situation outlined in the question reflecting the appropriate register and tone for the specified target reader.

Who is the target reader: The audience for this question is usually your boss, a professional group or a school administrator. (Which task type?)

What is the purpose of the writing? You are suggesting a solution to a problem.  You need to support your suggestion with factual information and be persuasive.

The _____ should be well developed with an introduction, appropriate conclusion as well as w ritten in an appropriate register and tone.

Candidates are asked to develop correspondence to, for example, an English-speaking friend or colleague, a potential employer, a college principal or a magazine editor.

How should it finish? Make your recommendation.

Is it formal? Yes. Should I use headings or bullet points? Yes.  Your target audience wants to quickly find the information they need in order to make their decision.