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Your friend Sam is coming to your house tomorrow evening. Write an email to Sam. Tell Sam: * **what** time to come * **what** to bring * **how** to get to your house. Write **25** **words** or more. | A1 |
You receive this email from your English pen friend, Matt. _Hi there,_ _It is the end of the holidays and we will start school again on Monday. In this new school year, I need to work very hard because I will have exams. I must improve in Maths and History. And you? You said you want to improve your English. What will ... | A1 |
Your teacher asks you to write about what you do in your free time. Write about: * the things you do in your free time * when you do these things. Write about 40 words. | A1 |
* How often do you use a computer? * What do you usually use a computer for? * Tell us about what you enjoy doing most with a computer. | A1 |
* Do you like to exercise? How often do you exercise? * When you exercise, do you prefer exercising at a gym or outside? Why? * Tell us about the kinds of activities you like to do for exercise. | A1 |
Write a paragraph for a brochure about your home town. You must include TWO of these things: Information about **important landmarks** Information about **shopping** and **accommodation** Information about **parks, museums** and **restaurants** Information about **night-time entertainment.** | A1 |
* What is your favorite indoor activity? * Why do you like this activity? * Tell us about the last time that you did this activity. | A1 |
Your friend Rie sends you an email: _Hi, Can you come to my house for dinner tomorrow? What do you like to eat? Come at 7 o'clock. See you. Rie_ Write a note to Rie. In your note: * say you can come to dinner * say what you like to eat. Write about 30 words. | A1 |
Your English friend Chris is coming with you and your family to the local museum next Saturday. Write an email to Chris. Tell Chris: - how you will travel to the museum - what he can see at the museum - what he needs to bring. Write 25 words or more. | A1 |
Read and answer the question below. Write at least 2 paragraphs. Some people sleep in a dark and quiet room. Other people sleep with a small light on and don't mind noise. How do you like to sleep? Explain your answer. | A1 |
Write to a student in another country describing a special food you like to eat. Make sure to tell them: what the food is when you usually eat the food why you like this food Include more details. Write at least one paragraph. | A1 |
You receive this email from your English pen friend: Hi, It was my birthday on Saturday. I went with my family to a restaurant. After the meal they all sang Happy Birthday to me and we had a cake with candles. What do people do to celebrate birthdays in your country? Is it the same or different? Write soon! Jack Write ... | A2 |
Write an email to your English friend. In your email, tell your friend about your favourite film. What kind of film is it? What is it about? Do you think your friend would like the film? | A2 |
Write a paragraph for a brochure about your home town. You must include TWO of these things: Information about **important landmarks** Information about **shopping** and **accommodation** Information about **parks, museums** and **restaurants** Information about **night-time entertainment.** | A2 |
You have seen this notice in an international music magazine: **Articles wanted** **Do we need music in our lives?** Are there times when music is important? How does music make us feel? What would life be like without music? Write and tell us what you think. Write your **article** in **140 190** words in an appropriat... | A2 |
A well-known magazine for English language learners has asked for reviews from readers about useful resources for learning English. You have recently discovered Write and Improve, a new writing tool for learners of English. Write a review for the magazine describing the main features of the tool and why it is/isn’t hel... | A2 |
Write to a student in another country describing a special food you like to eat. Make sure to tell them: what the food is when you usually eat the food why you like this food Include more details. Write at least one paragraph. | A2 |
Your friend Leyla had a birthday party yesterday. Leyla invited you to the party but you couldn’t go. Write a note to Leyla. In your note: * tell her why you couldn’t go to the party * ask her what happened at the party * invite her to do something with you next weekend. Write about 70 words. | A2 |
* What is your favorite indoor activity? * Why do you like this activity? * Tell us about the last time that you did this activity. | A2 |
* What do you do in your free time? How often do you do it? * What do you like about that activity and why? * Tell us about the last time you did this. | A2 |
Your teacher asks you to write about what you do in your free time. Write about: * the things you do in your free time * when you do these things. Write about 40 words. | A2 |
Read and answer the question below. Write at least 2 paragraphs. Some people sleep in a dark and quiet room. Other people sleep with a small light on and don't mind noise. How do you like to sleep? Explain your answer. | A2 |
* Do you like to exercise? How often do you exercise? * When you exercise, do you prefer exercising at a gym or outside? Why? * Tell us about the kinds of activities you like to do for exercise. | A2 |
Read this email from your cousin, Ana. Hi, I saw your mum yesterday. She told me you are learning English. That’s good news! But I want to know why you are studying English. Why is learning the English language important to you? I wish you luck! Ana **Write an email to Ana and answer her question.** | A2 |
Your neighbour is going to look after your house while you are on holiday. Write a note to tell him what he must do. For example, you can write about: * keys * plants * pets * mail | A2 |
Some people believe zoos are good places for people to learn about animals. Other people believe animals belong in nature and it is wrong to keep them in zoos. What do you think? Explain, giving specific reasons for your choice. | A2 |
What is your favourite film? Write a letter to your pen friend. Explain why you like the film and why you think your pen friend should watch it. | B1 |
Your friend Leyla had a birthday party yesterday. Leyla invited you to the party but you couldn’t go. Write a note to Leyla. In your note: * tell her why you couldn’t go to the party * ask her what happened at the party * invite her to do something with you next weekend. Write about 70 words. | B1 |
You have had a class discussion on the purpose of television. Now your teacher has asked you to write a composition answering the following question: _Television entertains, but can it also educate?_ Write your composition. | B1 |
Read and answer the question below. Write at least 2 paragraphs. Some people sleep in a dark and quiet room. Other people sleep with a small light on and don't mind noise. How do you like to sleep? Explain your answer. | B1 |
You see a request for articles in a magazine: We invite you to write about: _The School of the Future_. In what ways do you think schools will be different in the future? In what ways might they still be the same? The writer of the best article will win a prize! Write your article. | B1 |
You have been asked to write a short __article__ for your school magazine with the title: *My favourite season of the year.* Describe your favourite season __and__ explain why it is so special for you. __Write your article.__ | B1 |
Write a paragraph for a brochure about your home town. You must include TWO of these things: Information about **important landmarks** Information about **shopping** and **accommodation** Information about **parks, museums** and **restaurants** Information about **night-time entertainment.** | B1 |
Your neighbour is going to look after your house while you are on holiday. Write a note to tell him what he must do. For example, you can write about: * keys * plants * pets * mail | B1 |
Your English friend Chris is coming with you and your family to the local museum next Saturday. Write an email to Chris. Tell Chris: - how you will travel to the museum - what he can see at the museum - what he needs to bring. Write 25 words or more. | B1 |
In some schools, students must study music and learn to play a musical instrument. In other schools, studying music may not be required or there may be no music classes at all. Do you think all students should have to study music? Support your opinion with reasons and examples. | B1 |
Read this email from your cousin, Ana. Hi, I saw your mum yesterday. She told me you are learning English. That’s good news! But I want to know why you are studying English. Why is learning the English language important to you? I wish you luck! Ana **Write an email to Ana and answer her question.** | B1 |
* What do you do in your free time? How often do you do it? * What do you like about that activity and why? * Tell us about the last time you did this. | B1 |
Is learning to speak a foreign language as important these days as it was in the past? Write an **essay** giving your opinion. | B1 |
You have had a class discussion on the importance of exercise. Now your teacher has asked you to write a composition answering the following question: _Exercise is important for our health, but are there things that are more important?_ Write your composition. | B1 |
Your friend Alex has invited you to a party this Saturday afternoon but you can’t go. Write an email to Alex. In your email: * apologise to Alex * explain why you can’t go * suggest another day when you could meet. Write your **email** in about **100 words.** | B1 |
You receive this email from your English pen friend: Hi, It was my birthday on Saturday. I went with my family to a restaurant. After the meal they all sang Happy Birthday to me and we had a cake with candles. What do people do to celebrate birthdays in your country? Is it the same or different? Write soon! Jack Write ... | B1 |
Write an email to your English friend. In your email, tell your friend about your favourite film. What kind of film is it? What is it about? Do you think your friend would like the film? | B1 |
Some people believe zoos are good places for people to learn about animals. Other people believe animals belong in nature and it is wrong to keep them in zoos. What do you think? Explain, giving specific reasons for your choice. | B1 |
A friend from your class, Cristina, had an accident last week. Now, her doctor says she must stay at home for two weeks. Write a note to Cristina. In the note: * tell her you are sorry about her problem * say what you can do to help her * say when you can visit her. Write about 50 words. | B1 |
You have been asked to write a short **article** for your school magazine with the title: _My reasons for learning English_ Describe your reasons for learning English **and** explain why it is important to you. **Write your article.** | B2 |
In some schools, students must study music and learn to play a musical instrument. In other schools, studying music may not be required or there may be no music classes at all. Do you think all students should have to study music? Support your opinion with reasons and examples. | B2 |
Should computers and tablets completely replace books in schools and universities? Write an **essay** giving your opinion. | B2 |
In some offices, employees work in enclosed workstations or cubicles. Other offices have a more open design, in which there are no walls separating employees from their coworkers. Which type of arrangement do you think is most effective? Explain, giving reasons to support your answer. | B2 |
Would you like to live a long, calm life until 100 years old or would you prefer a shorter life but much more intense. Decide and explain your reasons. | B2 |
A well-known magazine for English language learners has asked for reviews from readers about useful resources for learning English. You have recently discovered Write and Improve, a new writing tool for learners of English. Write a review for the magazine describing the main features of the tool and why it is/isn’t hel... | B2 |
Your town council is thinking about banning the use of mobile phones on public transport and in shops and restaurants. Write a letter to the town council giving your opinion about this and why you think it is or is not a good idea. | B2 |
Last week you went on a trip with some students from your class. Write an email to your friend, Billal. In your email: * say where you went * say what you did * say why you enjoyed the trip. Write about 80 words. | B2 |
You have had a class discussion on the purpose of television. Now your teacher has asked you to write a composition answering the following question: _Television entertains, but can it also educate?_ Write your composition. | B2 |
Some students choose to study in another country for a time during high school or university. What do you think are the advantages and disadvantages of studying abroad? | B2 |
Some people believe that it is good for students to have the same teacher for several years. Others think students benefit more from having new teachers each year. Which do you think is better? Give specific reasons to support your opinion. | B2 |
Video games are very popular with children. However, some parents feel that video games can have a negative impact on their children, but others believe that they may have some positive effects. How do you feel about children playing video games? Give specific reasons and examples to support your opinion. | B2 |
Your friend Alex has invited you to a party this Saturday afternoon but you can’t go. Write an email to Alex. In your email: * apologise to Alex * explain why you can’t go * suggest another day when you could meet. Write your **email** in about **100 words.** | B2 |
Is learning to speak a foreign language as important these days as it was in the past? Write an **essay** giving your opinion. | B2 |
Write an email to your English friend. In your email, tell your friend about your favourite film. What kind of film is it? What is it about? Do you think your friend would like the film? | B2 |
Your teacher asks you to write about what you do in your free time. Write about: * the things you do in your free time * when you do these things. Write about 40 words. | B2 |
You see a request for articles in a magazine: We invite you to write about: _The Future of Travel_. In what ways do you think travel will be different in the future? In what ways might it still be the same? The writer of the best article will win a prize! Write your article. | B2 |
What is your favourite film? Write a letter to your pen friend. Explain why you like the film and why you think your pen friend should watch it. | B2 |
Some high schools have a requirement that students must complete a certain amount of volunteer work in order to graduate. What do you think about this type of requirement? Give details to support your opinion. | B2 |
You have been asked to write a short __article__ for your school magazine with the title: *My favourite season of the year.* Describe your favourite season __and__ explain why it is so special for you. __Write your article.__ | B2 |
Some high schools have a requirement that students must complete a certain amount of volunteer work in order to graduate. What do you think about this type of requirement? Give details to support your opinion. | C1 |
What is your favourite film? Write a letter to your pen friend. Explain why you like the film and why you think your pen friend should watch it. | C1 |
Would you like to live a long, calm life until 100 years old or would you prefer a shorter life but much more intense. Decide and explain your reasons. | C1 |
Some people believe that it is good for students to have the same teacher for several years. Others think students benefit more from having new teachers each year. Which do you think is better? Give specific reasons to support your opinion. | C1 |
In some offices, employees work in enclosed workstations or cubicles. Other offices have a more open design, in which there are no walls separating employees from their coworkers. Which type of arrangement do you think is most effective? Explain, giving reasons to support your answer. | C1 |
Because of the negative effects on health of an inactive lifestyle, all university students and school children should be forced to do sports activities at least 3 times per week. Do you agree? Write your **argumentative essay**. | C1 |
Some students choose to study in another country for a time during high school or university. What do you think are the advantages and disadvantages of studying abroad? | C1 |
Your town council is thinking about banning the use of mobile phones on public transport and in shops and restaurants. Write a letter to the town council giving your opinion about this and why you think it is or is not a good idea. | C1 |
Most medical doctors want to work in cities where they will make a lot of money. Yet in many rural areas there are not enough doctors. What are the reasons for this problem? How can it be solved? | C1 |
Some university students move away and live on their own while they are attending school, but others live at home with their family while they are students. Which do you think is a better choice? Give reasons to explain your answer. | C1 |
You see a request for articles in a magazine: We invite you to write about: _The Future of Travel_. In what ways do you think travel will be different in the future? In what ways might it still be the same? The writer of the best article will win a prize! Write your article. | C1 |
Many people believe that it is important to always tell the truth. In your opinion, is it ever acceptable to tell a lie? Explain your answer giving reasons and specific examples. | C1 |
You see a request for articles in a magazine: We invite you to write about: _The School of the Future_. In what ways do you think schools will be different in the future? In what ways might they still be the same? The writer of the best article will win a prize! Write your article. | C1 |
A well-known magazine for English language learners has asked for reviews from readers about useful resources for learning English. You have recently discovered Write and Improve, a new writing tool for learners of English. Write a review for the magazine describing the main features of the tool and why it is/isn’t hel... | C1 |
You have been asked to write a short **article** for your school magazine with the title: _My reasons for learning English_ Describe your reasons for learning English **and** explain why it is important to you. **Write your article.** | C1 |
Last week, you went to a music concert. Now you are writing a letter to an English-speaking friend. Explain why you decided to go to the concert, give some information about who was performing, and describe what happened at the concert. | C1 |
You receive this email from your English pen friend, Matt. _Hi there,_ _It is the end of the holidays and we will start school again on Monday. In this new school year, I need to work very hard because I will have exams. I must improve in Maths and History. And you? You said you want to improve your English. What will ... | C1 |
You have had a class discussion on the purpose of television. Now your teacher has asked you to write a composition answering the following question: _Television entertains, but can it also educate?_ Write your composition. | C1 |
It is the start of a new school year at your school. Your English teacher asks you to write a report about what you want to achieve in this new school year. You should write about: The areas of your learning you are pleased with. The areas of your learning you want to improve. What you will do to achieve your goals. | C1 |
Your English teacher told you about Write and Improve and said you should use it to practise and improve your English writing. Your teacher has asked you to write **a report** about your experience with Write and Improve, describing what you liked or didn’t like about it and why. Finish by saying whether you would reco... | C1 |
You have had a class discussion on the purpose of television. Now your teacher has asked you to write a composition answering the following question: _Television entertains, but can it also educate?_ Write your composition. | C2 |
Would you like to live a long, calm life until 100 years old or would you prefer a shorter life but much more intense. Decide and explain your reasons. | C2 |
Your town council is thinking about banning the use of mobile phones on public transport and in shops and restaurants. Write a letter to the town council giving your opinion about this and why you think it is or is not a good idea. | C2 |
Your friend Leyla had a birthday party yesterday. Leyla invited you to the party but you couldn’t go. Write a note to Leyla. In your note: * tell her why you couldn’t go to the party * ask her what happened at the party * invite her to do something with you next weekend. Write about 70 words. | C2 |
Many people believe that it is important to always tell the truth. In your opinion, is it ever acceptable to tell a lie? Explain your answer giving reasons and specific examples. | C2 |
Because of the negative effects on health of an inactive lifestyle, all university students and school children should be forced to do sports activities at least 3 times per week. Do you agree? Write your **argumentative essay**. | C2 |
Last week, you went to a music concert. Now you are writing a letter to an English-speaking friend. Explain why you decided to go to the concert, give some information about who was performing, and describe what happened at the concert. | C2 |
In some offices, employees work in enclosed workstations or cubicles. Other offices have a more open design, in which there are no walls separating employees from their coworkers. Which type of arrangement do you think is most effective? Explain, giving reasons to support your answer. | C2 |
Your English teacher told you about Write and Improve and said you should use it to practise and improve your English writing. Your teacher has asked you to write **a report** about your experience with Write and Improve, describing what you liked or didn’t like about it and why. Finish by saying whether you would reco... | C2 |
Some university students move away and live on their own while they are attending school, but others live at home with their family while they are students. Which do you think is a better choice? Give reasons to explain your answer. | C2 |
Most medical doctors want to work in cities where they will make a lot of money. Yet in many rural areas there are not enough doctors. What are the reasons for this problem? How can it be solved? | C2 |
Some high schools have a requirement that students must complete a certain amount of volunteer work in order to graduate. What do you think about this type of requirement? Give details to support your opinion. | C2 |
Some students choose to study in another country for a time during high school or university. What do you think are the advantages and disadvantages of studying abroad? | C2 |
What is your favourite film? Write a letter to your pen friend. Explain why you like the film and why you think your pen friend should watch it. | C2 |
A well-known magazine for English language learners has asked for reviews from readers about useful resources for learning English. You have recently discovered Write and Improve, a new writing tool for learners of English. Write a review for the magazine describing the main features of the tool and why it is/isn’t hel... | C2 |
CEFR Balanced Mini Benchmark Dataset
Overview
This dataset is a curated subset of the Write & Improve Corpus 2024 used for evaluating CEFR classification models and LLM-based CEFR steering systems.
It contains prompt-level English writing tasks labeled with CEFR proficiency levels (A1–C2).
Purpose
This dataset was created for:
- Evaluating CEFR classifiers
- Testing LLM CEFR steering methods (e.g., PPLM-based generation)
- Benchmarking majority-vote CEFR prediction systems
Source Dataset
Derived from:
- Write & Improve Corpus 2024 (Cambridge University Press & Assessment)
- https://englishlanguageitutoring.com/datasets/write-and-improve-corpus-2024
Construction Method
- Removed duplicate prompt-level entries
- Normalized CEFR labels (A1–C2)
- Balanced sampling across CEFR levels
- Final subset contains ~100 samples
Columns
- prompt: Writing task / instruction given to learners
- cefr: CEFR level annotation (A1–C2)
Notes
- This dataset is NOT full Write & Improve Corpus
- It is a diagnostic/evaluation subset for research purposes
- Used as a temporary benchmark before EFCAMDAT access
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