Writing · Essay
Part 1. Discuss two of three points from a panel discussion and decide which is more important. Compulsory in the exam. Write 220–260 words, then check your work and compare it with a model answer.
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Part 1 (compulsory): you write an essay of 220–260 words based on a text and notes, discussing two of the three points and saying which is more important, with reasons. Examiners give up to 5 marks for each of four things: Content, Communicative achievement, Organisation and Language (20 marks per text).
How to do it
- Read the task twice and underline what you must include.
- Plan your paragraphs before you write (5 minutes is enough).
- Use the right style for the reader: formal or informal.
- Keep to the word limit and leave time to check grammar and spelling.
Frequent questions
How is the C1 Advanced essay marked?
Examiners give up to 5 marks for each of four things: Content, Communicative achievement, Organisation and Language (20 marks per text).
How many words should I write?
220–260 words for each of the two texts in the Writing paper.
Is this C1 Advanced writing practice free?
Yes. You can start straight away without an account, and a free Levoop account opens every exercise and saves your progress. Only the AI feedback on your Writing and Speaking is paid, and you can try both for free.
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