IELTS General Writing Task 1 formal Topics/Questions 2026

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This section presents a list of common IELTS General Writing Task 1 formal topics. All these topics were added in 2026 by students who took the IELTS recently. Pick a random topic and start practicing and improving your writing skills.

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You should spend about 20 minutes on this task. You saw an online post of an important English academy looking for teachers to help underprivileged foreigner students. Write a letter of application to the company. In your letter: • Introduce yourself • Explain why you are suitable for the job. • Provide details of your past work experience. Write at least 150 words. You do NOT need to write any addresses. Begin your letter as follows: Dear Sir or Madam,

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There is a historical building in your town and the city council wants to pull it down because there is no money for repairs. You are not happy with this decision. Write a letter to the city council and say Why is the building important? Suggest a solution to finance the repairs.

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You are being sent on a one month work assignment in San Francisco, California. You need a place to stay while you are there. Write a letter to the Maury Samson Real Estate Agency. In your letter: explain the situation describe the kind of accommodation you would like provide the dates you will need it Begin your letter as follows: Dear Mr Samson, You should write at least 150 words. You should spend about 20 minutes on this task.

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you ordered a book online for exam preperation. It has been sometime since you ordered it and you still have not received your book. Write a letter to the e-commerce compnany about this. Describe your purchase order of the book explain the importance of the book Say what you want the company to do for you

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You recently attended a meeting at a hotel. When you returned home, you found you had left some important papers at the hotel. Write a letter to the manager of the hotel. In your letter *Say where you think you left the papers *Explain why they are so important *Tell the manager what you want to him/her to do

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You have just an article in a national newspaper which claims that town centres in your country all look very similar to each other you don't fully agree with this opinion Write a letter to the editor of the newspaper in your letter say which points in the article you about explain ways in which year Town Centre is different from most other towns centres offer to give a guided tour of your Town Centre to the writer of the article

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You should spend about 20 minutes on this task. You have received a letter from your bank, asking you to acknowledge receipt of a new bank card. However, the card was missing from the envelope. Write a letter to the bank's head office. In your letter: explain why you are writing express concern about the missing card ask them what they intend to do Write at least 150 words. You do NOT need to write any address. Begin your letter as follows: Dear __________

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You have paid for a cricket course at a Sports Club, but due to a medical reason cannot complete the entire course. Write a letter to the course director. In your letter, explain your interest in the course describe your problems find out if a refund is possible

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Your local public library wants to make improvements to their services and facilities. In order to get ideas from the public, they have asked library users to send them suggestions in writing. Write a letter to the librarian. In your letter • describe what you like about the library • say what you don’t like • make suggestions for improvements

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You recently organised an all-day meeting for your company, which took place in a local hotel. In their feedback, participants at the meeting said that they liked the hotel, but they were unhappy about the food that was served for lunch. Write a letter to the manager of the hotel. In your letter say what the participants liked about the hotel explain why they were unhappy about the food suggest what the manager should do to improve the food in future

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Write a letter to an airline manager regarding your bad experience on a recent flight. Pease say Where and when did you fly? – What happened on the flight? – Give a suggestion how this issue could be resolved or prevented.

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You should spend about 20 mintues on this task. You are an alumnus (alumna) of a Bluegill University, registered in a volunteer program to conduct informal interviews with prospective students. Recently, an entrant has been assigned to you to have an interview. Write a letter to the entrant. In your letter: state your reason for writing briefly describe the interview and inform the entrant of a possibilty to cancel it propose a convenient time for an interview You do NOT need to write any addresses.

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You live in an English speaking country and you want to do some voluntary, unpaid work in a developing country. Write a letter to a company called Cultural Expeditions, which organizes such trips. In your letter: •Explain why you want to do the voluntary work. • State what your skills and experience are. • Indicate where you would like to volunteer and for how long. Begin your letter as follows: Dear Sir / Madam You should write at least 150 words. You should spend about 20 minutes on this task.

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Your are living in a university residence, and you have a problem with the high levels  of Boise a letter campus restaurant Wich is open until midnight Write a letter to the governor of The University.In your letter

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You recently went shopping at the local supermarket. When you got home and noticed your bill, you found that you had been charged for items you did not purchase. Write a letter to the supermarket manager explaining what has happened. Tell the manager you are not able to collect the refund and suggest a refund method and say what do you want him to do

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You would like a job working in the summer camp which runs sports and outdoor activities for children and young people. Write a letter to the organisers of the summer camp. In your letter: describe your personality say what relevant experience and skills you have explain what sort of work you would like to do.

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There is a problem in the road outside your house. Write a letter to your local councilor. In your letter -introduce yourself -explain what the problem is -tell the councilor what you would like to be done

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You recently bought a piece of sports equipment from an online store. When you first used the piece of sports equipment, you found a problem with it. Write a letter to teh manager of the online store. In your letter describe the problem with the piece of sports equipment say what happened because of the problem explain what you would like the company to do.

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You should spend about 20 minutes on this task. You have recently moved to a new neighbourhood and would like to join a sports centre there. You have found a private sports club. Write a letter to the manager of the sports club. In your letter, introduce yourself say why are you interested in this sports club ask some questions about the club e.g facilities, membership, costs etc. Write at least 150 words.

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You have seen an advertisement of a valudable equipment. Write a letter to your manager and ask to buy that product to be used in your company. Include the following in your letter: - What the equipment is - How it can be useful for the company - Describe the procedure for buying the equipment

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Your neighbours have been smoking in their apartment. Write a letter to the management company. In your letter • give details about the problem • explain how you would like the problem to be solved • describe other issues you've been having with the neighbours Write at least 150 words. You do NOT need to write any addresses. Begin your letter as follows: Dear ...

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you have seen an adverisement in the local newspaper about helping to improve the enviroment. Write a letter to the editor and explain why you are intereted in it how you can help when your are available

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Write a letter to the local council about the problem of the road near your house Explain where you live Describe the problem Explain when you want him to do

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You are working in an international company, write a letter to inform your manager about your resignation. In your letter, you should: • thank the company for the opportunity that you joined it • tell the reason for your resignation • confirm the time you are leaving

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You want to take a course related to your work. Write a letter to your employer. Describe what the course is. Explain how it will benefit the company. Suggest how to arrange time for it.

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You should spend about 20 minutes on this task. You would like to buy some electrical goods at a shop in a nearby town. Write a letter to the shop and ask if they have the things you want or whether they will be able to order them. Ask what the prices are and how long they will be able to hold the goods for you. You should write at least 150 words.

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You have been asked to organise a special dinner to celebrate your company’s achievements this year. Write a letter to the restaurant you have chosen. In your letter say why you want to come to the restaurant and when how many people will attend the dinner what special requirements you have You should write at least 150 words. You do NOT need to write any addresses. Begin your letter as follows: You should spend about 20 minutes on this task.

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You have lost an item of value on a train. Write a letter to the railway company. In your letter describe the item explain where and when you left it say what action you would like the company to take You do NOT need to write any addresses. Begin your letter as follows: Dear Sir or Madam,

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You have just finished your master’s degree and need to leave your current part-time job to search for full-time employment. Write a letter to your current employer. In your letter •explain why you will not pursue a full-time job in his/her company •say why you’ve enjoyed working for him/her • tell him/her how much longer you will continue to work for him/her.

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There is construction taking place near your home and the noise is disturbing you. Write a letter to your local council. In the letter, • Describe the construction • Explain why the construction is a problem for you • Say what you would like them to do about it You do NOT need to write any addresses. Begin your letter as follows: Dear Sir or Madam,

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You have just read an article in an international travel magazine which contained some information about your hoetown that is incorrect. Write a letter to the editor of the magazine. In your leter .correct the information in the article .explain why it is important for the magazine to give correct information .suggest what the magazine should do about this situation

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There is a problem with the changing rooms in the sports centre that you visit. You have verbally complained several times but with no success. Write a letter to the manager of the sports centre. In your letter Describe what the problems with the changing rooms is Say what happened the last times you complained Explain what you want the manager to do

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You have just come back from a long bus trip. You were unhappy with the service. Write a letter of complaint to the bus company stating your reason for writing the letter describing why you are unhappy making suggestions for improvement.

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You have missed some important papers accidently in a taxi. Write a letter to the manager of the Taxi company. In your letter: ⦁ Give the details of your journey ⦁ Explain why those papers are important for you ⦁ Suggest what can the manager do

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You accidentally damaged a book borrowed from the library. Write a letter to the librarian. - Apologize for the damage and explain how it happened. - Mention the details of the book (title, author, etc.). - Offer to pay for the damages or replace the book.

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You have bought some clothing online and are not satisfied with your purchase. Write a letter to the company that you bought the clothing from, and in your email: oGive details of the purchase oDescribe the problem oExplain why you need a replacement urgently

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As an international student in Sweden, you have an account with a local bank. The monthly bank transfer you receive from your parents has been delayed this month due to an error at your parents’ bank. Write a letter to your bank. In your letter: introduce yourself and ask for a loan say why you need the money tell how you intend to pay back the money

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You have recently moved to a different location where you experience frequent electricity breakdown. Write a letter to the electricity board. In your letter, -describe the situation, -tell what problems you are facing due to this, -explain what you want the board to do

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Write a letter of complaint about late delivery to the website where you ordered an item. In the letter, you should tell:- - What item did you order? - Why and when did you order that item? - How would you like them to resolve this issue?

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You forgot an item of clothing at the hotel where you stayed recently. Write a letter to the hotel manager and include the following: – When did you stay and in what room? – Describe the item you left behind. – What would you like the manager to do about it?

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You recently stayed in a hotel on a business trip. You later discovered that you had left somethings behind at the hotel. Write a letter to the manager of the hotel. In you letter - Give details of your stay at the hotel - Describe the things you left - Say what you want the manager to do

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Your family is going to move to another town. Write a letter to the Principal of a local school asking if they will accept your son. Describe his academic achievements and scope of interests. You do NOT need to write any address.

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There is a sports stadium near your house and each weekend large no of people come to watch sports which cause neihbourw and you disturbances. Write a letter E planning who are you and where you live. What is the problem. And suggest a solution for local council .

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You recently bought a camera while travelling overseas. When you got to your destination you discovered that some important items were missing from the box. Write a letter to the local representative of the company. In your letter give details of the camera and where you bought it explain what has happened say what you want him/her to do about it

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You recently flew with an airline and had a problem with the food on the plane. Write a letter to the company. In your letter · give the details of the flight · explain what the problem with the food was · say what the airline should do about it. Write at least 150 words. You do NOT need to write any addresses.

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you are a member of a sports centre and you have noticed a problem which has not been fixed for some time. Write a letter to the manager of the gym. In your letter •tell the manager about the problem •explain how this issue is affecting your experience at the gym •tell the manager what you would like to happen

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Your local library is hiring a new staff member, and you are interested in applying for the position. Write a letter to the library manager to apply for the job. In your letter: • explain why you are interested in working at the library • describe your relevant qualifications and experience • ask about the next steps in the hiring process

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You have bought furniture from a store. When you received, there were some damages. Write a letter to the concerned store manager. In your letter, you should: •Give information about the furniture. •Explain the damage •Ask the manager to solve your issue.

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You started in your present job two years ago. You now feel it is important for your career development to move to a different department in the same company.Write a letter to your manager. In your letter, say what you have learned in your present job suggest how the company would benefit from moving you to a different department explain why you do not wish to leave the company You do NOT need to write any addresses. Begin your letter as follows: Dear .......................,

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Write a letter to your local council to tell him that the road in front of your house is damaged. In your letter include a.Tell him your name and where you are living b.Describe the problem c.Tell him what you want him to do for you

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Write a letter to local authorities by requesting additional sports facilities for your age in your area. Mention about the current sports facilities available. What kind of additional sports facilities should be introduced? How the new sports facilities would be a help for the people in your age group.

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Write a letter to a bus company about something you lost on a bus. In your letter - Give details of your bus trip - Tell them what you lost - Explain what you'd like them to do.

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You would like to join the local orchestra. Write a letter of application to the orchestra. In the letter: – Introduce yourself and your instrument of choice – Explain how your credentials make you a good candidate – Express your enthusiasm for music

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You have recently used the services of a moving company. At the new place you found out that some of your items were badly damaged. Write a letter to the company manager including the following: Give details of your move List items that were damaged Say what you expect the manager to do

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You are working for a company. You need to take some time off work and want to ask your manager about this. Write a letter to your manager. In your letter ● explain why you want to take time off work ● give details of the amount of time you need ● suggest how your work could be covered while you are away at lease 150 words

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You are not happy with the course you are doing at collage and would like to change to a different course. Write a letter to the collage director requesting to change your course. You should include details about: •what course are you doing now •why you are not satisfied with that course •what course you would like to change

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You are just back from a long journey and you met an airline hostess who was rude to you on the plane. Write a letter to the manager and in the letter, you should mention: • Why did you write this letter? • What did this hostess do to you? • What is your expectation?

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You recently attended a meeting at a hotel. When you return home, you found you had left some important papers at the hotel. Write a letter to the manager of the hotel. In your letter Say where you left the paper Explain why they are so important Tell the manager what you want him/her to do

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Write a letter to your a property estate agency

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You have purchased some goods from a company and the goods were supposed to be delived within three days of purchase. Seven days have already gone and you have not received the products yet. Write a letter to a company manager with whom you arranged the delivery of goods. In your letter: inform him/her what itmes you have purchased ask the reason for the delay in delivery suggest what can be done about this matter

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Your local newspaper published an advertisement asking people to offer time for local environmental initiatives in your area. Write a letter to the project manager to offer your help. In your letter: Describe a local volunteer project that you are passionate about Explain what you would like to do to help Suggest how to gather more support for the cause Write at least 150 words. You do NOT need to write any addresses. Begin your letter as follows: Dear Sir or Madam,

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You have been doing some voluntary work to help your local community. However, now you are unable to continue doing this work. Write a letter to the manager of the organization where you have been working. In your letter: •describe the work you have been doing •explain why you can no longer do this work •recommend another person who is interested in the work

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You recently visited a department store. One member of staff at the store was very helpful to you, and you want to tell the store manager about this. Write a letter to the store manager. In your letter say which part of the store you visited describe how this member of staff was helpful to you say what you would like the manager to do

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You recently traveled by plane from London to Sydney. Write a letter to the airline company about your experience. In your letter: • Describe the purpose of your trip and when you traveled. • Explain what you liked about the flight and the airline's service. • Mention any areas where you feel improvements could be made. • Provide suggestions or recommendations for enhancing the overall travel experience. Write at least 150 words.

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You have just returned from a holiday. You are unhappy with the quality of the hotel you stayed in and want to complain to the travel agency that arranged the holiday. Write a letter to the manager of the travel agency. In your letter, •say about the holiday and where you stayed •mention why you are unhappy about the hotel where you stayed •say what you would like the travel agency to do

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You will go to foreign country for one year and write a letter to agency to find an accommodation for you. Why are you going to that country What do you want for your accommodation When will you arrive

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You have recently read a newspaper article about your school friend whom you did not hear about for a long time. Write a letter to the newspaper editor highlighting some article details. Ask for some information about your friend.

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Your internet connection has been slow and intermittent Write a letter to your internet service provider to complain about. In the letter: – Describe the problem and why you are unhappy – Arrange for an engineer to visit your home – Request a reduction in your bill

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A recent newspaper article discussed the threat of technology taking over our homes and lives. You think that the views expressed in the article were one-sided and have decided to write a letter to the editor. You want to highlight the benefits of technology in our daily lives

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You are a member of an International Students’ club. The club is organising an event to celebrate popular food from around the world. Write a letter to the event organiser, Luis. In your letter • offer to make a popular dish from your country • describe what this dish is • explain why it should be included in the event

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Your recently bought something from a company on the internet. However, the company sent the wrong product and this caused a problem. Write a letter to the manmanger of the company. In your letter: - say what you ordered. - describe what the company sent you and the problem this caused. - explain what you want the mamanger to do

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You have a suggestion for a park nearby where you live. Write a letter to your city’s council. In your letter include: • what your suggestion is • why you think this suggestion will improve the park • when you would like to see this suggestion in action

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You work at home and have a problem with a piece of equipment that you use for yourjob. Write a letter to the shop or company which supplied the equipment. In your letter • describe the problem with the equipment • explain how this problem is affecting your work • say what you want the shop or company to do

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There have been some problems with the bus service, especially its reliability, in your area over the last two weeks. Write a letter to the manager of the bus company. In your letter a. Describe what the problems are b. Explain how these problems are affecting you c. Suggest what you would like the company to do

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Your child is going on a trip to another country for a week. The school authority is looking for some parents who can join the trip. You are interested in going with the children. Write a letter to the head of the school. In your letter, say why you want to join the team mention what you can do to assist also ask questions related to the trip

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Write a letter to the shop or company which supplied the equipment. In your letter, describe the problem with the equipment explain how this problem is affecting your work say what you want the shop or company to do

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Last week, you visited a local supermarket and you got satisfactory service. Write a letter to the supermarket manager to thank. In your letter: - introduce yourself; - say why you are satisfied; - say thank you and write about your future visits.

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You have seen a course advertised online that you think would help you perform better at work. The course will take place during the week, so you will need to take time off work. Write a letter to your manager. In the letter say what the course is explain why you want to do the course and how it will be beneficial to the company suggest how your work can be covered while you attend the course.

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You recently spent the night at an expensive hotel. There was a problem with your room, but the hotel staff was unable to do anything about it. Write a letter to the hotel manager. In your letter -describe the problem. -explain what happened when you asked the hotel staff for help. -say what you would like the manager to do.

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You recently attended a conference and you would like to give a presentation about the information you gained by attending the conference. Write a letter to your manager asking for permission to give a presentation. In your letter: describe what type of presentation you have in mind what topics it would cover and how long it would take who should participate in the presentation and where should it be conducted You do NOT need to write any addres

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Your have just read an article in a national newspaper which claims that town centers in your country all look very similar to each other. You don't fully agree with this opinion. Write a letter to the editor of the newspaper. In your letter •say which points in the article you agree with •explain ways in which your town center is different from most other town centers. • offer to give a guided tour of your town to the writer of the article.

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Write a letter to the building manager. In your letter, explain the reason for using a bicycle to commute mention what problems you have encountered with parking what you recommend to solve the problems

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The company you work has decided to close the cafeteria, as the staff is not using it much. You are not happy with the decision. Write a letter to the director Give reason of low use How it will affect the staff Suggest ways to improve it

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You should spend about 20 minutes on this task. Write about the following topic You will move to a new city for work. You know some people who live there. Write a letter to your manager. In your letter: - Ask them for help finding accommodation - Tell them where you would like to live - Tell them the type of place you are looking for

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You saw a brochure for a one-week walking tour in the mountains. You're very interested in taking part, but you're not very fit and are worried you wouldn't be able to keep up. Write to the tour operator. In your letter:

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The company you work for has decided to close the cafeteria as the staff is not using it much. You are not happy with the decision. Write a letter to the director: - Give reasons of low usage - How will it affect the staff - Suggest ways to improve it

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You stayed at a hotel to attend a company meeting, and you were dissatisfied with your stay. Write a letter to the meeting organizer. Provide details of your meeting Explain what you were dissatisfied with Suggest what the hotel should do to resolve the issue.

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You recently heard about some new jobs at a local department store. You would like to work there. Write a letter to store manager of the department store. In your letter -Explain how you heard about the job -Describe the kind of job you would like to have - Give details of your experience and qualifications

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You took your family to a nearby restaurant. You were disappointed with the meal and wish to complain to the manager. Write a letter to the manager of the restaurant. In the letter: explain why you were at the restaurant describe the problems write about the action you want the manager to take You do NOT need to write your own address. Begin your letter as: Dear Sir or Madam, You should write at least 150 words.

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You stayed at a hotel last week. After you got home, you realized that you had left your watch behind. Write a letter to the hotel manager. In your letter - Explain what happened to your watch - Describe your watch - Ask the manager to help you find it

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your local council is considering closing a sports and laser centre that it runs in order to save money. write a letter to the council: - give details of have you and your friends or family use the centre - explain why the sports and laser centre is important for the local community - describe the possible effects on local people if the centre closes.

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You have been experiencing problem with the local transport. Write a letter to the manager of the public transportation service and say: -How have you used the local public transport? -What problems have you experience? -Suggest how they can improve the service

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You are temporarily moving to a new city for your job. You will be there for three months, and you would like to rent some accommodation for your stay. Write to an accommodation rental office. In your letter •Tell them how long you are staying •Describe the type of accommodation you would like •Explain what facilities you will need nearby You do NOT need to write any addresses.

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Write a letter to a bus company about things you lost in a bus

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You are working at home and have a problem with be shap equipment that you use for your job at a letter to the shop or company which applied the equipment in your letter describe the problem with equipment explain how this problem affecting you say what you want the shop or company to do

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You work in a company and need to take a certain course. Write a letter to your manager and say - Explain why you need this training course. - Where and when will you take it? - How will the company benefit from it?

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You recently stayed at a hotel for a conference with your company and there were several problems with your room.  Write to the hotel management to complain.  Include : &Where you stayed.  & What the problems were.  & How they can fix your complaints.

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You have just started a course in a college which has no sports facilities of its own. Write a letter to the manager of nearest private sports club. In your letter • introduce yourself • say why you are interested in this sport club • ask some questions about the club e.g. facilities, members, costs

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You recently made reservations for dinner at a very famous and expensive restaurant in town. However, the meal and the service were terrible. The restaurant manager was not available to solve the problem, so you left without a resolution. State what problems you had with the food you ordered. Complain about the service. Describe how you want the restaurant to resolve the problem to your satisfaction.

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A museum near your home is looking for people to do a part-time voluntary unpaid job. You would like to do some voluntary unpaid work at the museum. Write a letter to the museum Director to apply for the voluntary unpaid work. in your letter - explain why you want to do voluntary unpaid work at the museum - describe some skills and qualities you have that would be useful - give details of when you would be available for work

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