B1 Preliminary Email
Guía completa para responder al email obligatorio del examen: estructura, lenguaje útil, criterios de evaluación y diez modelos originales de unas 100 palabras.
Consultar el formato oficial de Cambridge English
📧 ¿En qué consiste esta tarea?
Recibes un email de una persona conocida y varias indicaciones que debes contestar. Tu respuesta debe parecer un email real: clara, amistosa, bien organizada y adecuada para el destinatario.
🧱 Estructura recomendada
| Parte | Función | Ejemplos útiles |
|---|---|---|
| Greeting | Saludar al destinatario | Hi Ben, / Dear Anna, |
| Opening | Reaccionar al email y explicar el motivo | Thanks for your email. / It was great to hear from you. |
| Main paragraphs | Responder con suficiente detalle a todos los puntos | First of all… / As for… / You asked me about… |
| Closing sentence | Invitar a responder o mantener el contacto | Let me know what you think. / Write back soon. |
| Sign-off | Despedirse de forma amistosa | Best wishes, / Take care, / See you soon, |
🎯 Cómo se evalúa
Content
Has incluido la información necesaria y has contestado todos los puntos del enunciado.
Communicative Achievement
El texto funciona como un email y utiliza un tono apropiado para la persona que lo recibe.
Organisation
Las ideas siguen un orden claro y están conectadas mediante párrafos y expresiones de enlace.
Language
Utilizas vocabulario y estructuras de nivel B1 con suficiente variedad y control.
✨ Lenguaje útil
Reaccionar al email
Thanks for your email.
I’m glad you asked me about…
It was great to hear from you.
I’m really pleased that…
Dar información
First of all…
As for…
You asked me about…
The best thing is…
Dar consejos o sugerencias
You should…
Why don’t you…?
We could…
I think it would be better to…
Cerrar el email
Let me know what you think.
Write back soon.
I can’t wait to see you.
Hope to hear from you soon.
🧩 Plantilla flexible
Thanks for your email. It was great to hear from you.
First of all, [answer the first point and add a detail].
As for [second point], [give information or explain your opinion].
You also asked me about [third point]. [Answer and add an example].
Finally, [answer the last point clearly].
Let me know what you think. Write back soon!
Best wishes,
[your name]
✅ Lista de comprobación
- He contestado todos los puntos del email.
- He añadido detalles, razones o ejemplos.
- He usado saludo y despedida adecuados.
- El tono es amistoso y natural.
- He separado las ideas en párrafos.
- He utilizado conectores sencillos.
- He revisado tiempos verbales y ortografía.
- Mi respuesta tiene aproximadamente 100 palabras.
Model Emails
Cada tarea presenta un email y cuatro puntos de contenido. Las respuestas modelo contestan todos los puntos y tienen aproximadamente 100 palabras.
Weekend Plans
I’d love to join your plans this weekend. Tell me what you’re doing on Saturday morning, where we should meet, what I need to bring, and whether we can do something on Sunday too.
Write your email to Ben in about 100 words.
Hi Ben,
Thanks for your email. I’d love you to join us this weekend. On Saturday morning, we’re playing football in Riverside Park. Let’s meet at the main entrance at ten o’clock. Please bring some water, comfortable trainers and a light jacket because the weather may change.
After the match, we’re having lunch at a small café nearby. On Sunday afternoon, we could go for a bike ride along the river if you’re free. You can borrow my brother’s bike, so you don’t need to bring one.
Write back and tell me if both days are possible.
See you soon,
Diego
Music Festival
I’m thinking about going to the music festival. Was it good last year? Who should I go with? What should I take? Which day do you recommend?
Write your email to Sarah in about 100 words.
Hi Sarah,
I’m glad you asked me about the music festival. I went last year and had a brilliant time. There were different stages, so we could choose between pop, rock and local bands. The food was expensive, but there were free water stations.
I think you should come with friends because it’s more fun and easier to stay safe in a crowd. Wear comfortable shoes and take a hat, sun cream and a portable charger. The Saturday programme looks better than Friday’s, especially the evening concert.
Tell me if you decide to go. Perhaps I can join you!
Best wishes,
Laura
A Visit to My Country
I’m excited about visiting you next month. What will the weather be like? What clothes should I bring? What can we do together? Can I stay at your house?
Write your email to Tom in about 100 words.
Hi Tom,
I’m excited that you’re visiting next month. The weather is usually warm and sunny, although evenings can be cool, so bring a light jacket. You’ll also need comfortable shoes because we’ll do plenty of walking.
On your first day, I’d like to show you the old town and take you to my favourite market. We can try traditional food there. The next day, we could visit the beach and rent bikes if the weather is good. Staying at my house is fine, and my family is excited to meet you.
Please send me your arrival time when you know it.
Take care,
Maria
School Trip
You said your class went on a trip. Where did you go? How did you travel? What was the best part? Do you think I would enjoy it?
Write your email to Alex in about 100 words.
Hi Alex,
You asked about our school trip, and it was one of the best we’ve had. We went to a science museum by coach last Thursday. The journey took about an hour, but we played games, so it passed quickly.
At the museum, we watched a film about space and tried an activity that simulated a rocket launch. My favourite part was controlling a small robot because it was challenging but fun. We had lunch in the museum garden before returning to school.
You would have enjoyed it. Has your class been anywhere interesting this year?
Write back soon,
Clara
Moving to a New House
How is your new house? What is the neighbourhood like? Which room do you like best? When can I visit you?
Write your email to Emma in about 100 words.
Hi Emma,
Thanks for your message. We moved into our new house last weekend, and I’m really pleased with it. It’s in a quiet neighbourhood near a park, but the bus to the town centre only takes fifteen minutes.
The house has three bedrooms, a bright kitchen and a small garden. My room is upstairs and has space for a desk and my guitar. I’m still unpacking, so it looks untidy at the moment! Please come on Saturday afternoon. We can order pizza, listen to music and explore the area together.
Let me know if your parents can bring you.
See you soon,
Daniel
Exam Results
Have you received your exam results? Which subject was the most difficult? Did you celebrate? What would you like to improve next term?
Write your email to Julia in about 100 words.
Hi Julia,
I’ve finally received my exam results, and I’m very relieved. I passed every subject and got my highest mark in English. Maths was the most difficult exam, but the extra practice I did with my teacher really helped.
My parents were delighted, so we went out for dinner to celebrate. Next term, I want to improve my science grade because I sometimes find the experiments confusing. I’m planning to revise for a short time each week instead of waiting until the last minute.
How did your exams go? I hope you got the results you wanted.
Write back soon,
Sergio
New Hobby
You mentioned a new hobby. What is it? Why did you start? How often do you practise? Could we do it together?
Write your email to Anna in about 100 words.
Hi Anna,
I wanted to tell you about my new hobby. I started learning the guitar a month ago after borrowing my cousin’s old instrument. At first, changing chords was difficult, and my fingers hurt, but it’s getting easier.
I have a lesson every Tuesday and practise for about twenty minutes most evenings. I can already play two simple songs, which makes me feel proud. The best thing about playing is that it helps me relax after studying. Would you like to learn too? We could practise together during the holidays and perhaps record a song.
Tell me what you think!
Best wishes,
Lucas
Birthday Party
How was your cousin’s birthday party? Where was it held? What did you do? What was the best moment? What did you wear?
Write your email to Mia in about 100 words.
Hi Mia,
You asked about my cousin’s birthday party. It was held in a community hall last Saturday because there were too many guests for her house. The room was decorated with colourful balloons and photos from different years of her life.
We played team games, danced and ate homemade pizza. My favourite moment was when the lights went out and everyone brought in a surprise chocolate cake. My cousin was completely amazed. I wore the blue shirt you helped me choose, and several people said it looked great.
I wish you had been there. How was your weekend?
See you soon,
Elena
Summer Job
Tell me about your summer job. Where do you work? What do you do? What do you like about it? What are you saving your money for?
Write your email to Mark in about 100 words.
Hi Mark,
I’ve found a part-time summer job in a small café near my house. I work four mornings a week, usually from nine until two. My main duties are serving drinks, clearing tables and helping to prepare sandwiches.
The café can get very busy, especially on Saturdays, but my colleagues are friendly and patient. I’ve learned how to speak confidently to customers and organise several tasks at once. I’m saving most of my pay for a new laptop, although I sometimes buy an ice cream after work.
Are you working this summer, or do you have other plans?
Take care,
Paula
Future Plans
What are your plans for next year? How will you improve your English? Will you do any sport? What will you do in the summer? Is anything worrying you?
Write your email to Leo in about 100 words.
Hi Leo,
Thanks for asking about my plans for next year. First, I want to improve my English because I may apply for an exchange programme in Ireland. I’m going to watch films in English and practise speaking online every week.
I’d also like to join a swimming club. I haven’t exercised regularly this year, so training twice a week should help me become fitter. During the summer, I hope to get a small job and save money for travelling. My biggest worry is finding enough time, but I’ll make a weekly plan.
What are your goals for next year?
Best wishes,
Sofia