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WRITING EXAM, DECEMBER 07: TASK 2

REVIEW
An international magazine has asked its readers to send in a review for its regular arts section. Write a review for the magazine comparing and contrasting two books, films or music CDs. Comment on the similarities and differences, and say which of the films or CDs you would recommend and why.

Write approximately 250 words.

WRITING EXAM, DECEMBER 2007: TASK 1

A colleague of yours, Alice Watson, has applied for a job in the public relations department of a large charity, Poverty Action. You have been asked to write a letter providing a character reference for her. Indicate how long and in what capacity you have worked with her, and how her personal characteristics would make her suited for the job.Here is part of the letter you received from Poverty Action:

"The job of Public Relations Co-ordinator consists mainly of supervising PR work, and entails travelling around the country and working with various people in our large organisation. The successful applicant will need good managerial skills and be committed to the philosophy of our charity".

Write your REFERENCE.(250 words)