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PTE Write Email practice: 12 prompts with answers

Twelve real PTE Core Write Email prompts from the EdKnot bank, each with a model email inside the 80 to 120 word band that covers every bullet in the prompt. You have 9 minutes; the email is scored on Content, Form, Development, structure and coherence, Grammar, General linguistic range, Vocabulary range, Spelling and Email conventions.

12 Write Email practice prompts with answers

Real items from the EdKnot bank, in random order. Each one opens in the practice player with the timer, the recording and AI scoring. Format, scoring and technique are on the Write Email task page.

  1. Fitness Activity Participation Ideas

    111 wordsAI 15/15

    The local community center is looking to increase engagement in physical fitness activities among the residents of your town. You are a personal trainer at the local gym and you would like to make suggestions to the community center. Write an email to Ms. Taylor, a coordinator at the community center, giving three suggestions for ways to encourage more residents to participate in physical fitness activities. You should write between 80 and 120 words. Your suggestions should focus on the following three themes: - A community fitness challenge; - Partnerships with local businesses; - Flexible scheduling for fitness classes. You should include all three themes. Provide supporting ideas for your suggestions.

    Model email · 114 words

    Dear Ms. Taylor,

    I hope this message finds you well. As a personal trainer, I'm excited to suggest a few ideas to boost physical fitness participation among our town's residents.

    Firstly, organizing a community fitness challenge could spark interest and motivation through friendly competition and achievable goals. Secondly, forming partnerships with local businesses to offer discounts or rewards for participants can provide additional incentives for residents to join the fitness programs. Lastly, offering fitness classes with flexible scheduling would accommodate the busy lives of our residents, making it easier for them to commit to staying active.

    I believe these strategies will greatly increase engagement in physical activities within our community.

    Best regards,
    Peter Pan

  2. Neighborhood Bonding Activities

    83 wordsAI 15/15

    Your neighborhood association is looking to enhance local engagement and foster a sense of community among residents. Write an email to the association president suggesting three activities that could bring neighbors together and strengthen community bonds. You should write between 80 and 120 words. Your suggestions should focus on the following three themes: - A neighborhood clean-up day; - A community potluck or food fair; - Regular sports or game nights. You should include all three themes. Provide supporting ideas for your suggestions.

    Model email · 112 words

    Dear Association President,

    I hope this message finds you well. In light of our shared goal to foster a stronger sense of community within our neighborhood, I propose three activities aimed at bringing residents closer together.

    First, organizing a neighborhood clean-up day could not only beautify our area but also instill a collective sense of pride and accomplishment. Second, hosting a community potluck or food fair would provide a wonderful opportunity for neighbors to share meals and stories, promoting cultural exchange and understanding. Lastly, setting up regular sports or game nights can offer a fun and relaxed setting for people of all ages to interact and build friendships.

    Warm regards,
    Peter Pan

  3. Workplace Wellness Program Strategies

    97 wordsAI 15/15

    Your workplace is initiating a wellness program aimed at improving employee health and reducing stress. As an enthusiastic supporter of workplace wellness, you decide to contribute ideas to this initiative. Write an email to Mr. Daniels, the head of the Employee Wellness Committee, suggesting three strategies to promote wellness and well-being among employees. You should write between 80 and 120 words. Your suggestions should focus on the following three themes: - Onsite fitness classes; - Mental health workshops; - Healthy eating options in the cafeteria. You should include all three themes. Provide supporting ideas for your suggestions.

    Model email · 108 words

    Dear Mr. Daniels,

    I am writing to support the new wellness program aimed at improving employee health and reducing stress, and to suggest three strategies the Employee Wellness Committee could adopt to promote wellness and well-being among employees.

    Firstly, onsite fitness classes during lunch breaks would give staff convenient exercise and more energy. Secondly, mental health workshops could teach practical techniques for managing stress and building resilience. Finally, healthy eating options in the cafeteria, such as salads and fruit, would encourage better nutrition every day.

    I believe these measures would create a healthier, happier workplace, and I would be glad to help organise them.

    Best regards,
    Peter Pan

  4. Apartment Lighting Improvement Request

    70 wordsAI 15/15

    You live on the second floor of an apartment building with no elevator. There is only one weak light bulb at the entrance of the building and there is no light by the stairs. Please write an email to express these difficulties. You should write between 80 and 120 words. Your ideas must come from the following three themes: - Install more lights; - Brighter lights; - Motion sensing lighting.

    Model email · 107 words

    Dear Building Manager,

    I am writing to explain the lighting problems in our building. I live on the second floor, there is no elevator, and the entrance has only one weak bulb with no light by the stairs, which makes climbing them at night unsafe.

    Firstly, could you install more lights along the stairwell and landings? Secondly, brighter lights at the entrance would help residents see the steps clearly. Finally, motion sensing lighting would switch on automatically when someone enters and save electricity when nobody is there.

    Thank you for considering these requests; I would appreciate a reply about when the work can begin.

    Kind regards,
    Alex

  5. Museum Modernization Suggestions

    117 wordsAI 15/15

    The local history museum is planning to revitalize its exhibits and attract more visitors, especially younger audiences. You are a history buff and a member of the museum's volunteer advisory board, and you would like to make suggestions to the museum's management. Write an email to Dr. Wilson, the museum curator, proposing three suggestions for ways to modernize the museum experience and engage a broader audience. You should write between 80 and 120 words. Your suggestions should focus on the following three themes: - Integrating technology with exhibits, such as augmented reality (AR) tours; - Collaborating with local schools to develop history projects and field trips; - Organizing interactive history workshops or lectures that feature dynamic storytelling.

    Model email · 111 words

    Dear Dr. Wilson,

    As a member of the volunteer advisory board, I'd like to share three ideas for modernizing our museum and drawing in a younger crowd.

    First, adding augmented reality tours would let visitors see exhibits come alive digitally, making history feel immediate rather than distant. Second, partnering with local schools on collaborative history projects and organized field trips could turn students into active participants rather than passive observers. Finally, hosting interactive workshops or lectures built around dynamic storytelling would let visitors experience history as narrative, not just artifact.

    I believe these changes could meaningfully broaden our audience, and I'd welcome the chance to discuss them further.

    Best regards,
    Jordan

  6. Youth Literacy Engagement Suggestions

    111 wordsAI 15/15

    The local community library is looking to promote literacy and a love of reading among the youth in your area. You are a volunteer at the library and have some ideas on how to engage the children more effectively. Write an email to Ms. Reed, the librarian in charge, offering three suggestions for initiatives that could make reading more exciting and accessible for the children in your area. You should write between 80 and 120 words. Your ideas must come from the following three themes: - A reading marathon event; - Collaborations with local authors; - Weekend reading clubs. You should include all three themes. Provide supporting ideas for your suggestions.

    Model email · 108 words

    Dear Ms. Reed,

    I hope you are well. As a library volunteer, I would like to suggest three initiatives to make reading more exciting and accessible for the children in our area.

    Firstly, a reading marathon event with challenges and small rewards for every milestone would motivate children to read more. Secondly, collaborations with local authors, such as readings and question sessions, would connect children with the people behind their favourite stories. Finally, weekend reading clubs would give them a regular, fun place to explore new books and share their thoughts.

    I believe these ideas would significantly increase young readers' engagement with the library.

    Best regards,
    Peter Pan

  7. Apartment Painting Permission Request

    42 wordsAI 15/15

    Write an email to your landlord asking for permission to paint your apartment, emphasizing benefits like cost savings and better appearance. How should you assure them of using high-quality materials and offer to return the apartment to its original state if necessary?

    Model email · 101 words

    Dear Landlord,

    I am writing to ask for your permission to paint my apartment, because the walls are marked and faded.

    Firstly, repainting would give the apartment a much better appearance and help maintain its value. Secondly, it would mean cost savings for you, since I will pay for the paint and all materials myself. Additionally, I assure you that I will use only high-quality materials, with neutral colours applied carefully by a professional.

    If necessary, I am happy to return the apartment to its original state before I move out. Please let me know if you agree.

    Kind regards,
    Alex

  8. Arts Council Initiative Suggestions

    116 wordsAI 15/15

    The local arts council is looking to enhance cultural engagement and support local artists in your area. You are an artist and active member of the local arts community, and you have ideas on how to foster a vibrant arts scene. Write an email to Mr. Thompson, the chairperson of the local arts council, offering three suggestions for initiatives that could boost local arts and culture. You should write between 80 and 120 words. Your ideas must come from the following three themes: - Art exhibitions featuring local talent; - Workshops and classes for aspiring artists; - Grants and financial support for art projects. You should include all three themes. Provide supporting ideas for your suggestions.

    Model email · 114 words

    Dear Mr. Thompson,

    I hope this message finds you well. As an enthusiastic participant in our local arts scene, I'd like to propose a few initiatives to bolster cultural engagement and support for artists: Firstly, we could host art exhibitions specifically for showcasing local talent. This would not only provide artists with a platform to display their work but also enhance community engagement with the arts. Secondly, implementing workshops and classes for both new and established artists could foster a vibrant learning environment. Finally, offering grants and financial support for art projects would empower artists to undertake more ambitious works. These steps could significantly elevate the arts within our community.

    Warm regards,
    Peter Pan

  9. Making the Park Family-Friendly

    108 wordsAI 15/15

    Your local city council is looking to make a public park more attractive and accessible for families with young children. You are a parent who frequently visits the park and have noticed several areas for improvement. Write an email to Ms. Garcia, the city council member responsible for parks, suggesting three enhancements to make the park more family-friendly. You should write between 80 and 120 words. Your suggestions should focus on the following three themes: - New playground equipment for different age groups; - More shaded seating and picnic areas; - Regular family-oriented events and activities. You should include all three themes. Provide supporting ideas for your suggestions.

    Model email · 82 words

    Dear Ms. Garcia,

    I am writing to suggest three ways our local park can become more family-friendly.

    First, installing a new playground with equipment for children of all ages would attract more families. Second, adding shaded picnic areas with benches and tables would encourage weekend gatherings. Third, organizing seasonal events like outdoor movie nights or nature walks would build community spirit.

    These improvements would make the park a vibrant hub for everyone. Thank you for considering my ideas.

    Best regards,
    Tom Nguyen

  10. Remote Team Collaboration Strategies

    82 wordsAI 15/15

    Your company is looking to improve team collaboration and communication in remote work settings. Write an email to your team leader, suggesting three strategies to foster better teamwork and enhance communication among remote team members. You should write between 80 and 120 words. Your suggestions should focus on the following three themes: - Implementing a weekly virtual team meeting; - Adopting a collaborative online platform; - Scheduling regular one-on-one check-ins. You should include all three themes. Provide supporting ideas for your suggestions.

    Model email · 99 words

    Dear Mr Harrison,

    I hope this email finds you well. As we navigate the challenges of remote work, I believe we can enhance our team's collaboration and communication with a few strategic initiatives.

    Firstly, implementing a weekly virtual team meeting could help us stay connected and align on projects. Secondly, adopting a collaborative online platform would streamline our workflow and ensure transparency. Lastly, scheduling regular one-on-one check-ins could support individual team members' needs and foster a stronger team bond.

    I'm confident these strategies will significantly improve our remote work dynamic. Looking forward to your feedback.

    Best regards,
    Peter Pan

  11. Request to Reschedule a Team Meeting

    99 wordsAI 15/15

    You are a project coordinator for a software development team. Your manager, Ms. Rivera, scheduled a critical sprint review meeting for next Tuesday at 2 PM, but you have just learned that three key team members have a conflicting client demo at that time. Write an email to Ms. Rivera explaining the conflict and proposing an alternative time. You should write between 80 and 120 words. Your email should include the following: - Thank her for organizing the meeting; - Explain the scheduling conflict clearly; - Suggest two alternative time slots; - Offer to help reschedule with the team.

    Model email · 101 words

    Dear Ms. Rivera,

    Thank you for organizing the sprint review for next Tuesday at 2 PM. I am writing to explain a scheduling conflict and to suggest an alternative time.

    Unfortunately, three key team members have a client demo at exactly that time, so we would miss their input. Therefore, could we move the meeting to Wednesday at 10 AM or Thursday at 3 PM? Either of these two alternative time slots works for the rest of the team.

    Additionally, I am happy to help reschedule with the team and send out a new invitation once you confirm.

    Best regards,
    Alex

  12. Park Conservation Community Involvement

    106 wordsAI 15/15

    The local park is looking to enhance its environmental conservation efforts and encourage community participation. You are an active member of the local environmental club and would like to make suggestions to the park's management. Write an email to Ms. Green, the park manager, proposing three suggestions for ways to involve the community in the park's conservation activities. You should write between 80 and 120 words. Your suggestions should focus on the following three themes: - A community clean-up day; - Educational workshops on local flora and fauna; - A "sponsor a tree" program. You should include all three themes. Provide supporting ideas for your suggestions.

    Model email · 93 words

    Dear Ms. Green,

    I hope this finds you well. I'd like to propose a few strategies to bolster community involvement in our park's conservation efforts.

    Firstly, organizing a community clean-up day could foster a sense of responsibility and pride among residents towards maintaining the park's beauty. Secondly, offering educational workshops on local flora and fauna would increase awareness and appreciation for our natural surroundings. Lastly, launching a "sponsor a tree" program could provide a personal investment opportunity for community members.

    These initiatives could greatly enhance our collective conservation efforts.

    Warm regards,
    Peter Pan

Frequently asked questions

How long should the email be?

Between 80 and 120 words. The prompt states the band; outside it Form drops and the other traits are capped.

What are email conventions?

A greeting that fits the reader, a clear opening line, the points the prompt asks for in order, a closing line and a sign-off. The model emails show the formal and informal registers.

Do I have to cover every bullet?

Yes. Content is scored on whether each point in the prompt is addressed; a well-written email that skips a bullet loses marks.