KET - Key English Writing: Replying to an Email Questions and Answers

Question 1

Read this email from your friend, Alex:

Hi,
I'm having a party next Saturday at my house. Can you come? It starts at 7 p.m. Please tell me if you can bring some snacks.

Which is the BEST reply to Alex?

Accepted Answer

Dear Alex, Thanks for the invitation! I'd love to come on Saturday. I can bring some crisps and nuts. See you then!

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Hi Alex, I will go to your party. I start at 7 p.m. I can bring snacks.

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Hello Alex, Yes. I come. I bring snacks for the party next Saturday. It is at 7 p.m.

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To Alex, I am writing to inform you that I will attend your party. I will procure some snacks to contribute.

Question 2

You are replying to an email from your English teacher about a missed class. Which of the following is the most appropriate opening?

Accepted Answer

Dear Mr. Smith,

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What's up?

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Hey Teacher,

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Hi friend,

Question 3

Your friend Sam has emailed to ask for help with his homework. He asks: 'Can you help me with my maths homework tonight?' Which reply correctly and politely says NO?

Accepted Answer

Hi Sam, Thanks for asking, but I'm really sorry, I can't help tonight. I have to study for a test. How about tomorrow?

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No, I can't.

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I will not help you tonight.

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Hi Sam, I'm busy so I can't.

Question 4

In the KET Writing task, you need to reply to an email and answer three specific points. What is the most important thing to do in your reply?

Accepted Answer

Make sure you answer all three points from the original email.

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Write more than 50 words.

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Use very long and complex sentences.

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Use a very formal and serious tone.

Question 5

Which of the following is the best way to end an informal email to a friend you will see soon?

Accepted Answer

See you soon!

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Yours sincerely,

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I look forward to your reply.

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Best regards,

Question 6

You receive an email that says: 'I'm coming to your town next week. What's the weather like? What clothes should I bring?' What information MUST you include in your reply?

Accepted Answer

Describe the weather and suggest some clothes.

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Ask your friend about their travel plans.

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Tell your friend about the best restaurants in your town.

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A description of your house.

Read this email from your friend, Alex:Hi,I'm having a party next Saturday at my house.Can you come? It starts at 7 p.m.Please tell me if you can bring some snacks.Which is the BEST reply to Alex?

Read this email from your friend, Alex:
Hi,
I'm having a party next Saturday at my house.
Can you come? It starts at 7 p.m.
Please tell me if you can bring some snacks.
Which is the BEST reply to Alex?