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How to write a report: CAE

It has to be factual,

but there's room for a bit of creativity too.

Cambridges' Response

This was getting to be a really interesting essay when it suddenly finished! You are about 30 words short of the word limit of 250 words you should be aiming for, so you have room to add a couple of sentences to round this off. I would have liked to know more about the role the government AND individuals could play in solving environmental problems.

In terms of language, you are successful in achieving a formal, academic style that is just right for this type of writing task. You are also well-informed on the topic, which is why I was enjoying it so much! The layout and organisation are also appropriate.

All in all, this was interesting to read. Just remember in the exam to make the most of the number of words you're allowed to write.

You must:

  • Use a impersonal, formal style.
  • State the purpose of the report.
  • Include headings.
  • Use bullet points in ONE section of your report.
  • Develop your ideas in the task input.
  • Have at least ONE sentence summarising your opinion

Forms and Conventions:

Word limit: CAE: 220-260

Title: Report into ...

Paragraph Titles:

  • Introduction,
  • Strengths,
  • Weaknesses,
  • Conclusion.

Fixed introduction:

The aim of this report is to evaluate/

put forward ideas for/examine etc.

Grammar check list

An example report question and answer.

Have you included?

You have been asked to write a report for the World Information Organisation on the following topic:

What are the greatest threats to the environment in your country today?

What are the solutions?

Write your report. (220-260 words)

Threats to the environment in Poland

Introduction

The aim of this report is to describe the greatest dangers for the natural environment in Poland.

Water

One of the biggest sources of water pollution are fertilisers. Most of it with rain water floats from fields into rivers and further on into the Baltic Sea. Fertilisers are causing the overgrow of seaweed, which leads to lack of oxygen in the sea and extinction of a number of water species.

A solution to this problem could be the reduction of field manure and better agricultural education for farmers.

Air

Slask is a region of Poland of the poorest air quality. High concentration of ashes and sulphur dioxide from factories is causing acid rains, which damage soil and all species of plants.

The solution, which is the installation of filters reducing the emission of harmful substances into air, does not solve the problem. This is because of the fact that Slask is placed in one of the most industrialised regions of Europe and of strong winds that occur there and bring pollution from other countries and otherwise.

Conclusion

These are only few of the dangers for the environment in Poland. Many actions to solve this problem has already been taken but this is obvious that they will not have any bigger effect, unless the governments and average citizens cooperate.

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Register:

Formal, impersonal, cold and factual.

A little bit more detail...

DO NOT USE:

An inversion (not only/no sooner/seldom)

An inverted conditional (Were we to…)

A participle clause (Being…/Having gone…)

A double comparative (The more we… the more)

A cleft sentence (What is most crucial is…)

Linkers (Nevertheless/despite/due

to/consequently)

Impressive verbs (bring about change/undergo

development)

  • Contractions
  • Colourful language (gorgeous/stunning/awesome etc.)
  • Informal phrasal verbs (meet up/break
  • down/check out etc.)
  • “I/we think….” (too personal)

State how you got the information in your report.

I conducted a series of interviews with concerned locals/parents/professionals ...

My team and I conducted a social experiment which ran throughout the month of May.

The information presented in this report was gathered via a survey I organised in May.

Introductions are easy!

The purpose/aim of this report is to….

This report sets out to…

The report will comment on…

Below is an explanation of…

The focus of this report is…

This report will offer an in depth critique of…

Fake survey/questionnaire:

It can be a good idea to base the report on a survey/questionnaire.

This report will present the findings of/This report is based

on the findings/results of an extensive survey completed by…

Ending Introduction:

1. It will go on to give recommendations regarding…

Example Introduction

The aim of this report is to evaluate the current state of….. This report is based on the results of an extensive survey

completed by (students at … school). It will present the results of the survey and go on to give recommendations

regarding…

Weaknesses

Despite the strengths mentioned above, there are also

some areas that require attention.

… is failing to live up to expectations because…

Another clear weakness is…

… leaves a lot to be desired

… is not up to the required standard

Conclusion:

  • I hope that the plan outlined/presented in this report meets with your approval…
  • I hope that the recommendations outlined/presented in this report will receive your serious consideration.
  • Should the recommendations outlined in this report be carried out, I have no doubt that …. will be a resounding success.

Advantages/disadvantages:

…’s advantages clearly outweigh its disadvantages.

advantages

benefits/pros/strengths

disadvantages

downsides/weaknesses/drawbacks

Giving Recommendations:

  • In light of the above, we believe the following measures should be adopted…
  • My recommendations are as follows:…
  • Urgent improvement is needed in the field of…
  • I highly recommend + bring about change in the area of…
  • To improve the situation, we recommend…
  • It is recommended that…

Strengths:

The (school system) in this country undoubtedly has many

strengths such as …. And…

… is particularly effective due to the fact that…

… has achieved impressive results owing to …

Another clear strong point is…

… is something the country can be proud of due to…

Expressing general opinions/info:

S.W.O.T.

Analysis

Strengths

Weaknesses

Opportunities

Threats

  • ….is considered/thought/said to be…
  • …is highly regarded in (place)…(good reputation)
  • There is widespread agreement that…
  • Opinions are divided regarding…
  • It is common knowledge that…
  • Recent research indicates that…
  • Interviewees who had first-hand knowledge of the situation stated…
  • There is considerable disagreement regarding…

Survey Results:

  • Virtually everyone who completed the survey stated that..
  • Over (60%) of those interviewed stated that…
  • The vast majority of people interviewed believe that…
  • A small percentage of those surveyed agree/disagree with…
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