Suppose you are Li Hua. Your foreign teacher Mr Brown promised to write an article introducing Canadian sports for your school's English newspaper. Write an email to (1) ask about the progress of the article and (2) politely remind him of the submission deadline. Write about 80 words. (Gaokao 2025, 新高考II卷)
Email to foreign teacher about a Canadian sports article
The boring draft
Score: 14 / 25 (Band C)
Dear Mr Brown,
I hope this email finds you well. I am writing to ask about the article on Canadian sports you said to contribute to our school's English newspaper.
Many students are looking forward to reading it, especially the part about ice hockey. Could you let me know how the writing is going, and whether there is anything I can help with?
May I also remind you that the submission day is next Friday, the 23rd? Thank you for your support.
Sincerely,
Li Hua
The power upgrade
Score: 20 / 25 (Band A)
Dear Mr Brown,
I hope this email finds you well. I am writing to inquire about the article on Canadian sports you promised to contribute to our school's English newspaper.
Many students are eagerly anticipating reading it, especially the part about ice hockey. Could you update me on how the writing is going, and whether there is anything I can assist with?
May I also gently remind you that the submission deadline is next Friday, the 23rd? Thank you for your generous support.
Sincerely,
Li Hua