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CELPIP Writing Task 1: Email About a Work Schedule Change Sample Answer

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CELPIP Writing Task 1 currently gives 27 minutes for Writing an Email, and the prompt asks for about 150–200 words. Use the sample below to study purpose, tone, development and organization—not to memorize sentences.

Practice prompt

Email About a Work Schedule Change

Your work schedule was changed with very little notice and the new shift conflicts with an important commitment. Write to your supervisor and request an adjustment.

A strong response plan

  1. 1State the schedule change
  2. 2Explain the conflict without oversharing
  3. 3Show willingness to cooperate
  4. 4Suggest a specific alternative

Sample answer

Study the organization, not the script

Dear Ms. Patel, I am writing about the schedule change posted this afternoon for Saturday. My shift has been moved from 7:00 a.m.–3:00 p.m. to 3:00 p.m.–11:00 p.m. with less than two days' notice. Unfortunately, I have a family commitment on Saturday evening that was arranged several weeks ago based on the original schedule. I understand that staffing needs can change, and I am willing to help find a solution. Would it be possible for me to keep the morning shift this Saturday or exchange with a coworker who prefers the evening shift? I can also take an evening shift next weekend if that would help balance the schedule. Thank you for considering my request. Best regards, Jordan Lee

What to notice

Use a professional tone

Explain the conflict briefly

Offer a workable compromise

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