APOLOGY LETTERS

3 SAMPLE SCENARIOS ,EACH WITH BAND 7 AND BAND 8 ANSWERS

SCENARIO 1: MISSED FRIEND’S BIRTHDAY PARTY

SCENARIO 2: LATE SUBMISSION OF ASSIGNMENT

SCENARIO 3: CANCELLED PLANS WITH A FRIEND

SCENARIO 1: MISSED FRIEND’S BIRTHDAY PARTY

Band 7 Answer
Dear [Friend’s Name],

I am writing to apologise for missing your birthday party last weekend. I was very much looking forward to celebrating with you, but unfortunately, I was held up due to unexpected work commitments that I could not avoid.

I feel terrible for not being there, especially since I know how important this day was to you. I hope my absence did not cause too much disappointment. To make up for it, I would love to meet you soon for a meal or a small celebration. Please let me know a convenient time.

Once again, I am very sorry and hope you can forgive me.

Yours sincerely,
[Your Name]

Band 8 Answer
Dear [Friend’s Name],

I am writing to sincerely apologise for not attending your birthday party last weekend. I had been eagerly looking forward to celebrating with you, but due to unforeseen work obligations, I was unable to join. I am truly disappointed, as I understand how much this occasion meant to you.

I regret missing the chance to celebrate your special day and hope my absence did not cause too much inconvenience or sadness. To make amends, I would be delighted to meet you at your convenience for a meal or small gathering to celebrate belatedly. I hope we can arrange a suitable time soon.

Please accept my heartfelt apologies once again, and I hope to make it up to you in the near future.

Yours sincerely,
[Your Name]

SCENARIO 2: LATE SUBMISSION OF ASSIGNMENT

Band 7 Answer
Dear [Teacher’s Name],

I am writing to apologise for submitting my assignment late. Unfortunately, I fell ill last week and was unable to complete it on time. I understand that submitting late can cause inconvenience and affect grading schedules, and I sincerely regret this.

I have attached the completed assignment with this letter and hope you will consider accepting it despite the delay. I assure you this will not happen again, and I will make every effort to submit future work on time.

Thank you for your understanding.

Yours sincerely,
[Your Name]

Band 8 Answer
Dear [Teacher’s Name],

I am writing to offer my sincere apologies for submitting my assignment late. Last week, I was unexpectedly unwell, which prevented me from completing the work by the due date. I fully understand that this may have caused disruption to your grading schedule, and I deeply regret any inconvenience caused.

I have attached the completed assignment with this letter and hope that you will kindly consider accepting it despite the delay. I take full responsibility for the oversight and assure you that I will take all necessary measures to ensure that future assignments are submitted punctually.

Thank you very much for your understanding, and I appreciate your consideration regarding this matter.

Yours sincerely,
[Your Name]

SCENARIO 3: CANCELLED PLANS WITH A FRIEND

Band 7 Answer
Dear [Friend’s Name],

I am writing to apologise for cancelling our plans last weekend. I was really looking forward to meeting you, but I became unwell and could not make it. I hope my sudden change did not cause you too much inconvenience.

I would love to reschedule our meeting at a time convenient for you. Please let me know when you are available, as I really value spending time together. Once again, I am very sorry for the cancellation.

Yours sincerely,
[Your Name]

Band 8 Answer
Dear [Friend’s Name],

I am writing to sincerely apologise for having to cancel our plans last weekend. I had been eagerly anticipating our meeting, but unfortunately, I fell ill and was unable to attend. I understand that this may have caused disappointment or inconvenience, and I truly regret it.

I would love to reschedule our get-together at a time that suits you best, as I greatly value our time together. Please let me know when you are available so we can plan accordingly. I hope you can forgive the sudden cancellation, and I assure you I will make every effort to avoid such situations in the future.

Once again, please accept my heartfelt apologies.

Yours sincerely,
[Your Name]