An English-speaking friend of yours has written to you to ask you how your studies are going.

Model Answer:

Dear Julian,

Thank you so much for writing to me and giving details about yourself. I’m also glad to know that you’re doing fine with your studies and work.

As for your question regarding how I’m doing with my studies, it’s not exactly going too well because I’m a bit overwhelmed with my studies now.  In fact, now I’m spending a lot more time than usual studying because I’m preparing for my 6th-semester final exams. I’m somewhat done with my revisions for all the major subjects except “Business Finance” and “Management Information System” – two subjects I’m currently struggling with.

Of course, I’ve already met the teachers of these subjects a few times to discuss and understand a few critical topics, but I’m still not too sure that I actually understand them! I need to study more to secure a good grade.

So, it’s fair to say that I’m a bit nervous now because if I don’t do well in these subjects this semester, my overall grade is probably going to be affected a bit more negatively than I had initially thought. After all, my previous grades haven’t really been that good. So, please wish me luck!   

Best regards,

Siyam