20 Đề Thi VSTEP Writing Part 1 Mới Nhất Năm 2026 (Bao gồm cả bài mẫu và bản dịch tiếng Việt) - Phần 1/2

You cannot attend a class next week because of a personal reason.
Write a letter to your teacher to ask for permission to be absent.

You should:

• explain the reason,
• say how long you will be absent,
• ask for permission politely.

📌 Thời gian làm bài: 20 phút

Dear Teacher,

I am writing this letter to inform you that I cannot attend the class next week because of a personal reason.

Next week, I have to return to my hometown to take care of my family. This is an important matter, so I cannot stay in the city during that time. I will be absent from Monday to Wednesday next week and will come back to class on Thursday.

I am really sorry for any inconvenience this may cause. I promise that I will review the lessons by myself and ask my classmates for notes so that I can keep up with the class. I hope you can understand my situation and give me permission to be absent. Thank you very much for your time and support.

Yours sincerely,
[Your name]

Dear Sir/Madam,

I am writing to ask for your permission to be absent from class next week due to a personal matter.

Unfortunately, I need to return to my hometown to deal with an urgent family issue that requires my presence. As a result, I will not be able to attend classes from Monday to Wednesday next week. I plan to return and continue my studies as usual on Thursday.

I understand the importance of attending classes regularly, so I will make sure to review all the lessons and complete any assignments given during my absence. If possible, I would also appreciate your advice on how I can catch up with the missed work.

I sincerely hope you will understand my situation and allow me to be absent during this period. Thank you very much for your consideration.

Kind regards,
[Your name]

You recently joined an English course, but the class schedule is not suitable for you.
Write a letter to the course administrator to ask for a change of class.

You should:

• explain why the current schedule is not suitable,
• suggest a new schedule,
• ask politely for help.

📌 Thời gian làm bài: 20 phút

Dear Sir or Madam,

I am writing to ask for your help regarding the class schedule of the English course that I have recently joined.

At the moment, my class is scheduled in the afternoon. However, I am working part-time during this time, so I cannot attend the class regularly. This makes it difficult for me to follow the lessons and practice my English effectively.

I would like to ask if it is possible for me to change to an evening class or a weekend class, as these times are more suitable for my current schedule. I believe that this change will help me study better and attend classes more actively.

I hope you can consider my request and support me in this matter. Thank you very much for your time and assistance.

Yours sincerely,
[Your name]

Dear Sir or Madam,

I am writing to request a change in my class schedule for the English course I have recently enrolled in.

Currently, my class takes place in the afternoon, which unfortunately conflicts with my part-time job. As a result, I often find it difficult to attend the lessons on time and fully concentrate on my studies.

I would like to ask whether it would be possible to transfer to an evening class or a weekend class, as these options would be much more suitable for my personal timetable. This change would allow me to participate more actively and make better progress in the course.

I would greatly appreciate your assistance and consideration regarding my request. Please let me know if you need any further information from me.

Kind regards,
[Your name]

You were given a homework assignment, but you cannot finish it on time.
Write a letter to your teacher to ask for an extension.

You should:

• explain why you cannot finish the homework on time,
• say how much extra time you need,
• ask for an extension politely.

📌 Thời gian làm bài: 20 phút

Dear Teacher,

I am writing this letter to ask for an extension for my homework assignment.

Unfortunately, I have been very busy recently because I was ill and had to rest at home for several days. As a result, I could not spend enough time working on the homework. Although I have tried my best to complete it, I am afraid that I will not be able to finish it by the deadline.

I would like to ask if you could give me two more days to complete the assignment. I promise that I will use this extra time to finish the homework carefully and submit it as soon as possible.

I am very sorry for any inconvenience this may cause and I hope you can understand my situation. Thank you very much for your consideration.

Yours sincerely,
[Your name]

Dear Sir/Madam,

I am writing to request an extension for the homework assignment that is due this week.

Unfortunately, I have recently been unwell and was advised by my doctor to take a short break from studying. Because of this, I was unable to work on the assignment as planned and may not be able to complete it by the original deadline.

I would like to kindly ask for an extension of two additional days so that I can finish the assignment to the best of my ability. I assure you that I am now recovering and will make full use of the extra time to complete my work carefully.

I sincerely apologize for any inconvenience this request may cause and I greatly appreciate your understanding and support.

Kind regards,
[Your name]

You recently stayed at a hotel, but you were not satisfied with the service.
Write a letter to the hotel manager to complain about the problems.

You should:

• describe the problems you experienced,
• explain how you were affected,
• suggest what the hotel should do.

📌 Thời gian làm bài: 20 phút

Dear Sir or Madam,

I am writing this letter to complain about the service during my recent stay at your hotel.

I stayed at your hotel last weekend, but I was quite disappointed with several problems. First, the room was not clean when I arrived, and the bathroom was in poor condition. In addition, the air conditioner did not work properly, which made the room very uncomfortable, especially at night.

Because of these problems, I could not rest well and my stay was much less enjoyable than I expected. I believe that this situation does not meet the standard of your hotel.

I suggest that you improve your cleaning service and check the facilities more carefully before guests arrive. I hope you will take my complaint seriously and improve your service in the future.

Yours sincerely,
[Your name]

Dear Sir/Madam,

I am writing to express my dissatisfaction with the service I received during my recent stay at your hotel.

During my stay last weekend, I experienced several problems that caused me great inconvenience. The room was not properly cleaned upon arrival, and the air conditioning system was not functioning effectively. As a result, the room was uncomfortable, and I had difficulty sleeping at night.

These issues significantly affected the quality of my stay and did not meet my expectations of a professional hotel service. I believe that guests deserve a clean and comfortable environment during their stay.

I would appreciate it if you could investigate these matters and take appropriate action to improve your services. A small compensation or a formal apology would also be highly appreciated.

Thank you for your attention to this matter.

Kind regards,
[Your name]

You are organizing a small party and would like to invite your friend.
Write a letter to invite him/her to the party.

You should:

• give details about the party (time and place),
• explain why you are organizing it,
• ask your friend to join.

📌 Thời gian làm bài: 20 phút

Dear Duong,

I hope you are doing well. I am writing this letter to invite you to a small party that I am organizing next weekend.

The party will take place at my house on Saturday evening, starting at 7 p.m. I am organizing this party to celebrate my birthday and to have a good time with close friends after a busy period of work and study.

There will be some food, music, and fun activities, so I believe it will be an enjoyable evening. It would be great if you could come and spend some time with us. Your presence would make the party more special and meaningful to me.

Please let me know if you are available to join. I am really looking forward to seeing you.

Best wishes,
Thu

Dear Duong,

I hope this letter finds you well. I am writing to invite you to a small party that I am planning next weekend.

The party will be held at my house on Saturday evening at 7 p.m. The main reason for this gathering is to celebrate my birthday and to relax with friends after a stressful period of work and study. I believe it will be a wonderful opportunity for us to catch up and enjoy some quality time together.

I am preparing some food, music, and simple activities to make the evening enjoyable. I would be delighted if you could join us and share this special occasion.

Please let me know if you are able to come. I truly hope to see you there.

Kind regards,
Thu

You received an invitation to a friend’s birthday party, but you cannot attend.
Write a letter to reply to the invitation.

You should:

• thank your friend for the invitation,
• explain why you cannot attend,
• express your hope to meet another time.

📌 Thời gian làm bài: 20 phút

Dear Lan,

Thank you very much for inviting me to your birthday party. I am really happy to receive your invitation and I truly appreciate it.

Unfortunately, I am sorry to say that I cannot attend the party this time. On that day, I have an important family event that I must take part in, so I will not be able to come. I feel quite disappointed because I was looking forward to celebrating your birthday with you.

I hope you will have a wonderful party with your friends and family. Let’s meet another time when we are both free. I would love to take you out for coffee and celebrate your birthday together later.

Once again, thank you for your invitation. I hope you have a great birthday.

Best wishes,
Minh

Dear Lan,

Thank you very much for your kind invitation to your birthday party. I was really pleased to receive it and I truly appreciate your thoughtfulness.

Unfortunately, I am afraid that I will not be able to attend the party as I have a family commitment on the same day that I cannot postpone. I am very disappointed to miss this special occasion, as I would have loved to celebrate your birthday with you.

I hope you have a fantastic celebration surrounded by friends and family. When things are less busy, I would be more than happy to meet up with you and celebrate your birthday in another way.

Thank you again for the invitation. I wish you a very happy birthday and all the best.

Kind regards,
Minh

You saw an advertisement for a part-time job in a shop.
Write a letter to apply for the job.

You should:

• say where you saw the advertisement,
• explain why you are suitable for the job,
• ask for further information.

📌 Thời gian làm bài: 20 phút

Dear Sir or Madam,

I am writing to apply for the part-time job at your shop, which I saw advertised on a notice board at my university.

I am currently a university student and I am looking for a part-time job to earn extra income and gain working experience. I believe I am suitable for this position because I am friendly, responsible, and able to communicate well with customers. In addition, I have flexible working hours, especially in the evenings and at weekends.

I would like to ask for more information about the working hours and salary for this position. I am available for an interview at your convenience.

Thank you very much for considering my application. I look forward to hearing from you.

Yours sincerely,
Minh

Dear Sir or Madam,

I am writing to apply for the part-time position at your shop, which I recently saw advertised on a notice board at my university.

I am currently a university student seeking a part-time job in order to gain practical experience as well as support my living expenses. I believe I would be a suitable candidate for this position as I am hardworking, reliable, and have good communication skills. Moreover, I am able to work in the evenings and at weekends, which matches your requirements.

I would appreciate it if you could provide me with further information regarding the working schedule, salary, and application process. I would be happy to attend an interview at a time convenient for you.

Thank you for your time and consideration. I look forward to your response.

Kind regards,
Minh

You recently attended a job interview.
Write a letter to thank the interviewer.

You should:

• thank the interviewer for the interview,
• mention what you learned from the interview,
• express your interest in the position.

📌 Thời gian làm bài: 20 phút

Dear Mr. Brown,

I am writing to thank you for taking the time to interview me yesterday for the part-time position at your company.

I really enjoyed our conversation and learned more about the job requirements and working environment. The interview helped me understand how important customer service and teamwork are in your company.

I am very interested in this position and believe that my skills and positive attitude would allow me to contribute to your team. I would be happy to learn more and improve myself if I am given the opportunity to work with you.

Thank you again for your time and support. I look forward to hearing from you soon.

Yours sincerely,
Tuan

Dear Mr. Brown,

I am writing to express my sincere thanks for the opportunity to attend the interview yesterday for the part-time position.

I found the interview very informative and gained a clearer understanding of the responsibilities involved, particularly the importance of customer service and effective teamwork within your organization. It was also a valuable chance for me to learn more about your company’s working culture.

I am very enthusiastic about the position and believe that my communication skills and willingness to learn would allow me to make a positive contribution to your team. I would be delighted to be given the opportunity to work with your company.

Thank you once again for your time and consideration. I look forward to your response.

Kind regards,
Minh

You are interested in an English course and would like to know more information.
Write a letter to the course center to ask for details.

You should:

• say where you heard about the course,
• ask about the course schedule and fees,
• explain why you want to join.

📌 Thời gian làm bài: 20 phút

Dear Sir or Madam,

I am writing to ask for more information about the English course at your center, which I learned about from your website.

I am currently working and would like to improve my English for my job. Therefore, I am interested in a course that focuses on communication skills. I would like to know the class schedule, especially whether you offer evening or weekend classes. In addition, could you please provide information about the course fees?

I believe this course would be very helpful for me to improve my English skills and become more confident when using English at work. I am very eager to join the course if it is suitable for my schedule.

Thank you very much for your time. I look forward to your reply.

Yours sincerely,
Hoa

Dear Sir or Madam,

I am writing to inquire about the English course offered by your center, which I recently found on your official website.

I am currently working in an office environment and would like to improve my English communication skills for professional purposes. I would appreciate it if you could provide me with more information regarding the course schedule, particularly whether there are evening or weekend classes available. I would also like to know more about the course fees and duration.

I believe that joining this course would help me improve my English proficiency and increase my confidence at work. I am very interested in enrolling if the course meets my needs.

Thank you for your time and assistance. I look forward to hearing from you.

Kind regards,
Hoa

You missed an important meeting because you arrived late.
Write a letter to apologize.

You should:

• explain why you were late,
• apologize for the problem,
• say how you will avoid this situation in the future.

📌 Thời gian làm bài: 20 phút

Dear Ms. Anna,

I am writing to sincerely apologize for being late to the meeting yesterday.

Unfortunately, there was heavy traffic on the way to the office due to an accident, which caused a serious delay. As a result, I arrived much later than expected and missed an important part of the meeting. I understand that my lateness may have caused inconvenience to you and the team.

I am very sorry for this problem and take full responsibility for my mistake. In the future, I will leave earlier and carefully check traffic conditions to make sure that I arrive on time.

Thank you for your understanding. I hope this will not affect our future cooperation.

Yours sincerely,
Nam

Dear Ms. Anna,

I am writing to offer my sincere apologies for arriving late to the meeting yesterday.

Unfortunately, an unexpected traffic accident caused heavy congestion on the road, which led to a significant delay. As a result, I missed an important part of the meeting, and I fully understand that this may have caused inconvenience to you and other participants.

Please accept my sincere apology for this situation. I assure you that I will take necessary measures to prevent this from happening again, such as leaving earlier and monitoring traffic updates in advance.

Thank you very much for your understanding and patience. I hope this incident will not affect our professional relationship.

Kind regards,
Nam