Placement Assessment 

Part A: Grammar and vocabulary

  • Read the three texts below.
  • Text 1 and Text 2 are examples of routine professional e-mail communication.
  • Text 3 is a routine press release promoting an exhibition.
  • Choose the best option for each drop down box.

Text 1

I am writing (1) our telephone conversation this morning about your

order DW9424. I must apologise for the delay in (2) this order. I can

now confirm (3) the goods have been shipped and should (4) you

(5) ten working days.We have taken special (6) to make sure

the items are exactly as you requested.

Once again, I would like to (7) for the inconvenience.  If you have any

further questions, please do not hesitate to contact me again.