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PTE Academic — Write Email

PTE Academic · English proficiency · Public sample rubric — situational email (trait scores)

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Sample prompt

Write Email: You need to write an email to your manager explaining that you cannot attend an important meeting next week. In your email, explain why you cannot attend, suggest how you will catch up on what you miss, and propose an alternative time if needed.

Use appropriate email greeting, body paragraphs, and closing.

Rubric criteria

PTE Academic — Write Email
TraitMaxLook for
Content3All prompt points addressed with appropriate detail.
Conventions & tone2Email format and register match the situation.
Organization2Logical flow; easy to follow.
Grammar2Control of forms; meaning clear.
Vocabulary & spelling2Appropriate word choice; spelling mostly accurate.