Write an Email — scored sample answer
A new poetry magazine has asked its readers for submissions, and you…
4.0/5 on the ETS 0-5 rater rubric
The email effectively communicates the writer's admiration for the magazine and the submission issue. However, minor grammatical errors and a lack of more specific details limit its overall impact.
Reach120 practice band estimate — not an official ETS score How we estimate
24 / 30
legacy comparison · pre-2026 scale
Content
4/5Breakdown
Working well
- Expresses appreciation — “I am a big fan, and I love the poem section in your magazine.”
- Clear description of the problem — “I found some technical issues with the platform; as a result, I am not sure if my poems were submitted.”
To improve
- Lack of specificity in the opening Try: I am writing to inquire about the status of my poetry submissions to your magazine.
- Vague expression of interest Try: The magazine's ability to showcase diverse ideas and perspectives is truly inspiring.
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