Project Extension Request: PTE Write Email Question with Sample Answers - Page 2
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 10/15

AI Feedback
AI Feedback
Form:
The email is between 30 and 90 words.
Content:
The email adequately deals with the topic of requesting more time for a project submission.
Grammar:
There are minor grammatical errors, such as incorrect use of 'perceiving' instead of 'pursuing' and 'i' instead of 'I'.
Spelling:
There are no spelling errors.
Vocabulary Range:
Vocabulary is basic and does not include idiomatic expressions or a broad lexical range.
General Linguistic Range:
The language used is sufficient to express the request but lacks complexity.
Development Structure Coherence:
The email is generally well-structured but lacks a clear introduction and conclusion.
SCORE 10/15

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AI Feedback
Form:
The email is 98 words long, which is between 30 and 90 words.
Content:
The response adequately deals with the topic and explains the need for an extension.
Grammar:
There are several grammatical errors, such as incorrect tense usage and missing articles.
Spelling:
There are no spelling errors in the response.
Vocabulary Range:
The vocabulary is appropriate but somewhat limited and lacks sophistication.
General Linguistic Range:
The language used is sufficient but lacks precision and complexity.
Development Structure Coherence:
The email is generally well-structured but has some awkward transitions and sentence constructions.
SCORE 9/15

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AI Feedback
Form:
The email is 104 words long, which is within the required range.
Content:
The email adequately explains the request for more time due to team members being sick.
Grammar:
There are some grammatical errors such as missing articles and awkward phrasing.
Spelling:
There are no spelling errors.
Vocabulary Range:
The vocabulary is adequate but not very varied or precise.
General Linguistic Range:
The language used is clear but lacks complexity and precision.
Development Structure Coherence:
The email lacks a proper closing and has some awkward transitions.
SCORE 8/15

AI Feedback
AI Feedback
Form:
The email length is between 30 and 90 words.
Content:
The email adequately deals with the topic of requesting an extension.
Grammar:
Contains several basic grammatical mistakes, such as incorrect verb forms and sentence structure.
Spelling:
All words are spelled correctly.
Vocabulary Range:
Shows a good range of vocabulary for general academic topics but lacks precision.
General Linguistic Range:
Contains mainly basic language and lacks precision.
Development Structure Coherence:
The email is incidentally less well-structured with some poorly linked elements.
SCORE 8/15

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AI Feedback
Form:
Contains 50-120 words.
Content:
Partially addresses the task, demonstrating some understanding.
Grammar:
Noticeable grammatical errors, but does not hinder readability.
Spelling:
Maximum of two spelling or typing errors.
Vocabulary Range:
Some appropriate vocabulary, but lacks precision.
General Linguistic Range:
Uses some appropriate vocabulary, but lacks precision.
Development Structure Coherence:
Some organization present, but relationships between ideas may be unclear.
SCORE 7/15

AI Feedback
AI Feedback
Form:
The email length is 89 words, which is between 30 and 90 words.
Content:
The email adequately explains the need for an extension due to technical issues and a medical emergency.
Grammar:
The email contains several grammatical errors, such as incorrect verb forms and sentence structures.
Spelling:
There are multiple spelling errors in the email.
Vocabulary Range:
The vocabulary is adequate for the topic but shows some imprecision.
General Linguistic Range:
The language used is sufficient to express the main ideas but lacks precision and complexity.
Development Structure Coherence:
The email has a basic structure but lacks clear paragraphing and some elements are poorly linked.
SCORE 7/15

AI Feedback
AI Feedback
Form:
The email length is between 30 and 90 words.
Content:
The email deals with the topic but omits a major aspect, such as explaining the specific reason for needing more time.
Grammar:
Shows a relatively high degree of grammatical control, but some sentences are awkward.
Spelling:
Correct spelling.
Vocabulary Range:
Shows a good range of vocabulary but lacks precision and relevance to the topic.
General Linguistic Range:
Sufficient range of language to express viewpoints but lacks precision.
Development Structure Coherence:
Lacks coherence and mainly consists of loose elements not directly related to the request.
SCORE 7/15

AI Feedback
AI Feedback
Form:
The email is 73 words long, which is between 30 and 90 words.
Content:
The email deals with the topic but does not mention a specific deadline or how much additional time is needed.
Grammar:
There are several grammatical errors, including incorrect capitalization and missing articles.
Spelling:
There are multiple spelling errors, such as 'complied' instead of 'compiled'.
Vocabulary Range:
The vocabulary is basic and lacks precision.
General Linguistic Range:
The language used is sufficient but lacks variety and precision.
Development Structure Coherence:
The email is not well-structured, with missing punctuation and abrupt transitions.
SCORE 6/15

AI Feedback
AI Feedback
Form:
Length is more than 120 words.
Content:
Adequately deals with the topic of requesting an extension.
Grammar:
Contains several grammatical errors, including incorrect tense usage and sentence structure.
Spelling:
More than one spelling error, such as 'ensue' instead of 'ensure'.
Vocabulary Range:
Shows a good range of vocabulary but with some imprecision.
General Linguistic Range:
Sufficient range of language to express viewpoints, but lacks precision.
Development Structure Coherence:
Email is incidentally less well-structured with some poorly linked elements.
SCORE 6/15

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AI Feedback
Form:
The email is between 30 and 90 words.
Content:
Deals with the topic but does not deal with one minor aspect.
Grammar:
Contains mainly simple structures and several basic mistakes.
Spelling:
Correct spelling.
Vocabulary Range:
Contains mainly basic vocabulary insufficient to deal with the topic at the required level.
General Linguistic Range:
Contains mainly basic language and lacks precision.
Development Structure Coherence:
Is incidentally less well-structured, and some elements or paragraphs are poorly linked.
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]