Project Extension Request: PTE Write Email Question with Sample Answers
Your task
Read the situation below, then write an email of 80 to 140 words in response.
30 community answers with AI feedback
30 community answers with AI feedback
SCORE 12/15

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Form:
The length is 87 words, which is between 30 and 90 words.
Content:
The response adequately addresses the topic by explaining the need for an extension and providing a reason.
Grammar:
The email shows consistent grammatical control with no noticeable errors.
Spelling:
There are no spelling errors in the response.
Vocabulary Range:
The vocabulary is adequate for the task but does not show a broad lexical repertoire.
General Linguistic Range:
The response uses a sufficient range of language but does not demonstrate a wide range of expression.
Development Structure Coherence:
The email is well-structured with a logical flow and appropriate use of email conventions.
SCORE 11/15

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Form:
The length is between 30 and 90 words.
Content:
The email adequately addresses the topic by explaining the situation and requesting an extension.
Grammar:
There are minor grammatical errors, such as 'very close to complete it' instead of 'very close to completing it'.
Spelling:
There are no spelling errors.
Vocabulary Range:
The vocabulary is adequate for the task but lacks idiomatic expressions or more advanced terms.
General Linguistic Range:
Sufficient range of language is used, but lacks some precision and complexity.
Development Structure Coherence:
The email is well-structured with a clear introduction, explanation, and conclusion.
SCORE 11/15

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Form:
The email is 73 words long, which is between 30 and 90 words.
Content:
The email adequately addresses the topic of requesting more time for project submission.
Grammar:
The email shows a relatively high degree of grammatical control but contains minor errors.
Spelling:
There are no spelling errors in the email.
Vocabulary Range:
The vocabulary is adequate for the topic but lacks variety and precision.
General Linguistic Range:
The language used is sufficient to express the request clearly but lacks complexity.
Development Structure Coherence:
The email is well-structured with a clear introduction and conclusion.
SCORE 11/15

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Form:
The response is between 30 and 90 words.
Content:
The email adequately addresses the topic and provides a reason for the extension request.
Grammar:
The response shows a relatively high degree of grammatical control but contains some minor errors.
Spelling:
There are no spelling errors.
Vocabulary Range:
The vocabulary is appropriate for the topic but lacks variety and precision.
General Linguistic Range:
The language range is sufficient to express the request clearly but lacks complexity.
Development Structure Coherence:
The email follows a logical structure with a clear introduction, body, and conclusion.
SCORE 11/15

AI Feedback
AI Feedback
Form:
The email is between 30 and 90 words.
Content:
The email adequately addresses the request for more time to submit the project.
Grammar:
The email shows a relatively high degree of grammatical control with no major mistakes.
Spelling:
There are no spelling errors in the email.
Vocabulary Range:
The vocabulary is appropriate but lacks breadth and precision.
General Linguistic Range:
The email uses sufficient range of language but lacks complexity.
Development Structure Coherence:
The email is well-structured and logically developed.
SCORE 11/15

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Form:
The email is 63 words long, which falls between 30 and 90 words.
Content:
The email adequately deals with the topic, explaining the reason for the delay and requesting an extension.
Grammar:
There is a minor grammatical error with capitalization ('i' instead of 'I').
Spelling:
All words are spelled correctly.
Vocabulary Range:
The vocabulary is sufficient but basic, with some imprecision.
General Linguistic Range:
The language used is clear but lacks complexity and precision.
Development Structure Coherence:
The email is well-structured, with a clear introduction, explanation, and request.
SCORE 11/15

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Form:
Length is between 30 and 90 words.
Content:
Adequately deals with the topic.
Grammar:
Relatively high degree of grammatical control, but not perfect.
Spelling:
Correct spelling.
Vocabulary Range:
Good range of vocabulary but some imprecision.
General Linguistic Range:
Sufficient range of language but lacks precision.
Development Structure Coherence:
Good development and logical structure.
SCORE 11/15

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Form:
Length is between 30 and 90 words.
Content:
Adequately deals with the topic.
Grammar:
Shows a relatively high degree of grammatical control.
Spelling:
Correct spelling.
Vocabulary Range:
Shows a good range of vocabulary for general academic topics.
General Linguistic Range:
Sufficient range of language to provide clear descriptions.
Development Structure Coherence:
Shows good development and logical structure.
SCORE 10/15

AI Feedback
AI Feedback
Form:
The email is 90 words long, which falls within the 30 to 90 words range.
Content:
The email adequately addresses the request for an extension and provides a reason.
Grammar:
The email shows a relatively high degree of grammatical control with minor errors.
Spelling:
There are no spelling errors in the email.
Vocabulary Range:
The vocabulary is adequate for the topic but lacks variety and sophistication.
General Linguistic Range:
The language range is sufficient for clear expression but lacks complexity.
Development Structure Coherence:
The email is generally well-structured but has a long, poorly linked sentence.
SCORE 10/15

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Form:
The email length is between 100 and 120 words.
Content:
The email adequately deals with the topic by explaining the situation and requesting an extension.
Grammar:
The email shows a relatively high degree of grammatical control with minor errors.
Spelling:
Contains more than one spelling error: 'Beat' should be 'Best' and 'hospitalised' should be 'hospitalized' (if following American English conventions).
Vocabulary Range:
The vocabulary range is good but not broad enough for idiomatic expressions.
General Linguistic Range:
The language used is sufficient to express viewpoints and develop arguments.
Development Structure Coherence:
The email shows good development and logical structure.
How to approach it
- Match the register. Formal for institutions, semi-formal for colleagues.
- Use email structure. Greeting, purpose, details, polite close.
- Cover every point. Address each bullet the prompt asks for.
- Keep it concise. Clear and complete beats long and rambling.
Model Answer
Dear Sir, I hope you are doing well. I am writing to request an extension to submit my project ERP management in Java which was supposed to be submitted by 24th March 2025. I met with a small accident. The doctor has advised me to take proper rest. Due to that, I am unable to work on my project. I need some additional time to submit the project. I will be able to submit it by 31st, March 2025. I apologise for any inconvenience. Thank you for your time and consideration. I will be waiting for your response. Best Regards, [Your Name]