Private English tests in university entrance exams

via the University of British Columbia

Topic: Do you think private English tests should be introduced in the national university entrance examinations?

Points

Four Skills
Globalisation
Credibility
Different Purposes

Task instructions

Choose TWO of the above points to support your idea.
Write approximately 120–150 words.
Use a clear structure (intro, main body, conclusion).
Spend about 20 minutes on this task.

Use the phrase, "be at stake", in your answer.

Examples and hints

This is a typical EIKEN level Pre-1 question.

On the actual test, if it is determined that the answer does not correspond to the question, it may be scored as 0 points. Please read the question and task instructions CAREFULLY before answering.
Be sure to use the given phrase in your answer.
- be at stake—to lose something if a plan or action is not successful (e.g., "They have to win the contract—thousands of jobs are at stake.").
You have 90 minutes total to complete the reading and writing sections. Therefore, it is good practice to set a timer for 20–30 minutes and try to complete your writing in that time.

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