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 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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a new shopping centre has opened in your town, and you are going there on Saturday. Write a 120-word letter to your English friend Rosie

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Your employer has recently allowed some employees to work remotely from home. You would also like to work from home. Write a letter to the HR manager for permission to work from home for the next six months. In your letter: • mention why you are writing • explain why you would like to work from home • say how this can benefit you and the company No need for address Start with dear Sir/Madam,

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A museum near your house is looking for people to do part-time voluntary/unpaid work. You would like to do some voluntary/unpaid work at the museum. Write a letter to the museum director to apply for 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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Writing an application letter to an organisation working with children to volunteer for a part-time job. Please say - why do you want to work there? - why are you suitable for this job? - when will you be able to start?

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You are bothered by the amount of trash in your local park.Write a letter to the head of the city park department .In your letter: • Describe the problem with the trash • Explain why it is a problem • Say what you think the city should do.

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You celebrated your birthday with some friends last week in a restaurant. It was a great success and you and your friends enjoyed the evening very much. Write a letter to the restaurant to thank them. Mention the food, service and the atmosphere. Also, suggest any improvements to make things

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Your local hospital has advertised for people to do unpaid work for helping at the hospital. You would like to do some work at the hospital in your free time. Write a letter to the hospital. In your letter: - Explain why you would like to do unpaid work at the hospital - say what type of unpaid work you would be able to do - give detais of when you would be availble for this work. Write at least 150 words

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You 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 centers •offer to give a guided tour of your town to the writer or f the article

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Write a letter to your manager complaining about parking situation at work. In your letter, you should: describe the problems are explain why should solve the problems suggest how to solve the problems.

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You recently moved house and you used a removal Company to help you move your belongings. However, some of your things were damaged in the move. Write a letter to the manager of the removal company. In your letter, • Give details of the move • Describe the damage • Say what you would like the manager to do.

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You rent a house through an agency. The heating system has stopped working. You phoned the agency a week ago but it still has not been repaired. write a letter to agency. Explain the situation and tell them what you want them to do about it.

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You are invited to an event in other country. You need time off from your job. Write a letter to your manager. In your letter: • Explain the reason for the leave you need; • Give details about the length of the leave; • Give details how you are going to compensate your absence.

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Write a formal letter to your employer informing them of your decision to resign from your current position. Include the reasons for your , your last working day, and any necessary details regarding the resignation process

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You want to join a local club or organization. Write a letter to the club secretary. In your letter: - Introduce yourself and explain why you are interested. - Ask about membership requirements. - Enquire about the next meeting or event.

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You recently attended a training course for your work. Your employer has asked you for your feedback on the training course. Write a letter to your employer. In your letter •remind your employer what the course was about •explain why the course was useful to you in your work •suggest why the course may not be suitable for some of your other colleagues

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You are interested in applying for a scholarship program to study at a foreign university. Write a letter to inquire about the course. In your letter: •explain which course you are interested in •say what you know about the university • explain why you should receive the scholarship

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You have discovered a lot of rubbish in a lake near where you live. In the past, the lake had always been clean. Write a letter to the local council. In the letter: · describe the type of rubbish that you saw in the lake · explain where you think the waste has come from · suggest what the council should do about the problem

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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 have recently missed a project deadline which resulted in your company losing an important client. Write a letter to your manager. In your letter: o apologize for what happened o explain why you missed the deadline o tell him/her how you will avoid this situation in future.

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You should spend about 20 minutes on this task. You have just received a credit card statement from your bank. The statement lists a number of expensive purchases that you are sure you did not make. Write a letter to the bank manager. In the letter: • Introduce yourself. • Explain that you did not buy the items listed. – I am on vacation • Say what you would like the bank to do to fix the problem.- investigate the case/send revised credit card statemen

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Write a letter to your manager about your work from last year. What you did. What you think you could improve? A training request.

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In addition to your full-time job, you are taking a 15-hour Computer Science course. You now find that you cannot continue with the course. Write a letter to the course tutor. In your letter: -Describe your schedule and situation -Explain why you cannot continue the course -Say what action you would like to take Write at least 150 words. You do NOT need to write any addresses.

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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

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There is a problem with the changing rooms in the sports center that you visit. You have complained several times but with no success. Write a letter to the manager of the sports center. In your letter: • Describe what the problem 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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!"ou work (or an internation,1 company, and wou[d like to spend six months working in its h,ad office in anoth,r cour,try. Write a letter to your manager. In your fetter • explain why yoq want tp wcfrk in· the company�s head office for six months • say how your work coulcfc be done while you are away • ask for hisllJer help in ijrranging it

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You work for an international company. You enjoy this work but now you want to leave the company. Write a letter to the manager of the company. In your letter - Tell the manager why you want to leave the company - Explain what you have learnt from working at the company - Say why you have enjoyed working for the company

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You would like a job working in a summer camp which runs sports and outdoor activities for children and young people. Write a letter to the organiser 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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You stayed in a hotel for some days in an overseas country. You have forgotten some things in the hotel room after checkout.

write a letter to the hotel manager. In your letter Inform him about your stay Describe the things hat you have forgotten there State what you want them to do now

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you are looking for a full time job. write a letter to an employent agency. introduce yourself explain what sort of job you would like say what experience and skills you hav

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Write a letter to a tour agency and say Where did you see this advertisement? Explain why are you suitable for this job. Suggest how to improve your local area to attract more tourists.

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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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■ Write a letter to a sports club. Tell them you are not satisfied with the service and have already let them know about this. Write ▪What exactly wrong with their service ▪What happened after you complained the first time ▪What you want the club to do after your letter

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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 • describe what the problems are • explain how these problems are affecting you • suggest what you would like the company to do You do NOT need to write any addresses. Begin your letter as follows: Dear ...........,

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You have received uniforms in your company that have to be worn by all employees. You are not satisfied with the uniform because it has some problems. Write a letter to your manager and in your letter consider the following points; Mention to positive points of the uniform. Clarify the problem that you have with the uniform. Suggest a solution for above mentioned problem.

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You are not happy with the course you are doing at college and would like to change to a different course. Write a letter to the Head of Department to change your course. In your letter, explain: what course you are doing now why you are not satisfied with that course what course you would like to change to Write at least 150 words.

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You recently did a short cookery courses. The cookery school has asked for your feedback on this course. Write a letter to the course director at the cookery school. In your letter describe what you enjoyed about the course. Say how much cooking you've done since the course. Suggest another cookery course you'd like the school to offer.

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You have been working as a Manager in a private company for the last two years with no salary raise. Write a letter to your manager to request a pay equity in your salary as compared to other managers in your department. In your letter, explain why you are writing why you think you deserve a salary raise say what you want your manager to do for you

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The local government is planning to change the bus timetable. You are not happy about the proposed changes. You have decided to write about it to the editor of a local newspaper. Write a letter to the newspaper. In the letter describe the changes explain how that will affect you say how you would like the service to be improved

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You’ve read an article about the company you work for in a business magazine. The article contains information that is wrong. Write a letter to your manager. In your letter: • give details of the magazine • explain what information about your company is wrong • suggest what you think your manager should do

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You were hurt in a minor accident inside a supermarket, and you wish to complain to the supermarket. Write a letter to the manager of the supermarket. In your letter, say who are you give details about the accident suggest how the supermarket could prevent similar accidents

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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 missed an appointment for an immigration interview recently because of circumstances out of your control. Write to the immigration office. In your letter • Introduce yourself • Apologies for missing your appointment • Explain what happened • Request a new apartment

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You are unhappy with a service you received at a restaurant. Write a letter to the restaurant manager. In your letter: - Describe the situation. - Explain why you were unhappy. - Suggest what you would like the manager to do.

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Letter You recently stayed at a hotel and had very pleasany axperience. Write a letter to the hotel manager to thank them for the excellent service.

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Write a letter to invite a famous person to give a speech at a meeting in your youth club. In your letter, you should: -introduce your club -explain why you want to invite him/her -tell him/her about the arrangement for the meeting

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You work at home and have a problem with a piece of equipment that you use for your job Write a letter to 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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A magazine wants to include contributions from its readers for an article called ‘The book that influenced me most’. Write a letter to the editor of the magazine about the book that influenced you most. In your letter 1)Describe what this book was about 2)Explain how this book influenced you 3)Say whether this book would be likely to influence other people 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 just read 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 agree with. •explain ways in which your town centre is different from most other town centres. •offer to give a guided tour of your town to the writer of the article.

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Your local newspaper wants to reward people who have contributed a lot to the community. Write a letter to the newspaper. In your letter: suggest someone who deserves the reward mention what they have done to help the community say what reward you would like to give this person Write about 150 words. You do not need to write addresses. Begin your letter as follows:

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you 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 restaurant's manager. In your letter, Explain that you would like to apply for the job. Give some details of any relevent experience that you have. specify days and times that would suit you

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There is a problem with the changing room in your gym. You reported it several times, but it was not resolved. Write a letter to the gym manager. In your letter • Describe the problem. • Explain what the gym’s response was when you reported the problem. • Say what you would like the manager to do about the problem. Write at least 200 words to express your ideas clearly by using various structures and vocabularies.

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Write a letter to organizer about the food allergies

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Write a letter to the manager of your insurance company. In your letter: -describe the item you lost -explain how you lost it -tell the insurance company what you would like them to do.

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You have been facing a lot of issues at work lately. Write a letter to your Reporting Manager informing him about this. In your letter: • Explain what / who is affecting your work and people's attitude towards you • What your expectations are from this work/office • How / what your manager can do to help you with these problems You do NOT need to write any addresses. Begin your letter as follows: Dear Sir or Madam,

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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

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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

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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. In your email -give details of the purchase -describe the problem -explain why you need a replacement urgently

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Write a letter to a city planning manager about demolition of a historical building in your area and say – Explain why it shouldn’t be demolished. – Suggest a future use for this building. – Recommend a way to raise money for repairs.

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Our local hospital has advertised people to do unpaid work helping at the hospital. You would like to do some work at the hospital in your free time. Write a letter to the hospital. In your letter •explain why you would like to do unpaid work at the hospital •say what type of unpaid work you would be able to do • give details of when you would be available for this work

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You live in a room in college which you share with another student. However, there are many problems with this arrangement, and you find it very difficult to work. Write a letter to the accommodation officer at the college. In the letter, •describe the situation •explain your problems and why it is difficult to work •say what kind of accommodation you would prefer

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You have recently been in a sports centre and noticed some issues in the changing rooms. Write a letter of complaint to the manager of the centre and say – What was the problem? – Explain why it is bothering you. – Suggest a possible solution.

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You learnt about new software and planning to buy it. Write to company seeking more information about the software you want to buy. In your letter- * Inform the seller about the exact product that you want to buy *Introduce yourself *Say what expectations you have from the product

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You work at home and have a problem with a piece of equipment that you use for your job. 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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Your local hospital has advertised for people to do unpaid work helping at the hospitsal. You would like to do some work at the hospital in your free time. Write a letter to the hospital. In your letter -explain why you would like to do unpaid work at the hospital -say what type of unpaid work you would be able to do -give details of when you would be available for this work

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Your town council has decided to demolish historic building due to lack of funds to renovate. Write a letter to your council man. In your letter, you should say: ● why it is important to preserve historic building ● how the funds could be generated.

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you need to take leave from your work for almost a month for some personal reasons. Write a letter to your Manager. In your letter: • Explain the reason for your leave & the length of your leave. • Explain how you intend to deliver the task that was given to you recently and has to be turned in a week’s time. • Explain how & who will look after your work while you are away.

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You are visiting another town next month for a short break. Write a letter to the tourist information centre. In your letter Tell how long you are staying Ask for some suggestions for what to do Find out if there is any local events happening at the time

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last year you attended an intensive English course at the Darwin College of English . Your new employer has asked you to provide copies of your reports and assignments as quickly as possible . Write a letter to the principal of the college and request him to send the copies of the required documents As you have lost the original documents.

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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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There is a problem with the changing rooms in the sports centre that you visit. You have complained several times but with no success. Write a letter to the manager of the sports centre. In your letter, •describe what the problem with the changing rooms is •say what happened the last time you complained •explain what you want the manager to do

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You forgot a bag at the guys and the gym is close for renovations. Write a letter to the Gym officer and mention the below : Introduce yourself Description of the bag Tell them to who you want to give the bag to

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You work at home and have a problem with a piece of equipment that you use for your job. 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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You have recently missed a project deadline which resulted in your company losing an important client. Write a letter to your manager. In your letter: oapologize for what happened o explain why you missed the deadline o tell him/her how you will avoid this situation in future.

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Your child is going on a trip to another country for 3 days. School is looking for some parents who can join the trip and you decided to apply for the same. You are interested in going with trip. Write a letter to the head of the school and include: – Why you want to join the team – What you can do to assist – Queries related to the trip.

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You travelled abroad and faced some problems at the airport.Write a letter to the airport manager.In your letter provide Your flight details What is the problem Suggest some improvements

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you recently ordered something online. When the delivery came it was not complete. write a letter to the company to explain what you ordered and what is missing, explain the importance of missing item, ask for replacement item.

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On a recent holiday, you lost a valuable item. Fortunately you have travel insurance to cover the cost of the lost item. Write a letter to the insurance manager. In your letter: describe the item you lost, explain how you lost it, tell the insurance company what you would like them to do.

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You recently bought a piece of equipment for your kitchen but it did not work. You phoned the shop but no action was taken. Write a letter to the shop manager. In your letter -Describe the problem with the equipment -Explain what happened when you phoned the shop - Say what you would like the manager to do

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You should spend about 20 minutes on this task. You have just received a credit card statement from your bank. The statement lists a number of expensive purchases that you are sure you did not make. Write a letter to the bank manager. In the letter: • Introduce yourself. • Explain that you did not buy the items listed. • Say what you would like the bank to do to fix the problem.

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A large company in your area has decided to spend a certain amount of money, either to sponsor a local children’s sports team for two years, or to pay for two open-air concerts. It has asked for feedback from the general public. Write a letter to the company. In your letter, describe the benefits of sponsoring the sports team summarise the benefits of paying for the concerts say how you think the company should spend the money 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 recently travelled with a certain airline. Write a letter to the manager about your experience. Please say – Where and when did you travel? – What did you like or dislike? – What can you suggest for improvement?

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You recently moved to a new neighbourhood, and you are facing difficulties with the public transportation system. Write a letter to your local council to express your concerns. In your letter • explain the issues you are experiencing with public transportation • describe how these problems are affecting your daily life • suggest possible improvements to the transportation system You do NOT need to write any addresses. Begin your letter as follows: Dear Sir or Madam,

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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, explain what sort of work you would like to do describe your personality say what relevant experience and skills you have Write at least 150 words.

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You are going to another country to study. You would like to do a part-time job while your are studying, so you want to ask a friend who lives there for some help. Write a letter to this fiend. In your letter: -give details of your study plans -explain why you want to get a part-time job -suggest how your friend could help you find a job

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Work is being done on the street where you live. The noise is disturbing you. Write a letter of complaint to your local council. In your letter: • Introduce yourself • Explain what the problems is • Suggest solutions to the problem You do not need to write any addresses

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Write a letter to the HR manager for permission to work from home for the next six months. In your letter, mention why you are writing explain why you would like to work from home say how this can benefit you and the company

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A museum near your home is looking for people to do part-time voluntary/unpaid work. 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 You do NOT need to write any addresses. Begin your letter as follows: Dear Sir or Madam,

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You work for an international company. You have seen a advertisement for a training course which will be useful for your job. Write a letter to your manager. In your letter •Describe the training course you want to do •Explain what the company could do to help you • Say how the course will be useful to your job

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You have decided to leave your current employer. Write a letter to the employer telling why you are leaving the job. In your letter – explain why you have decided to leave the company. tell your employer what you have decided to do after leaving the job.

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You live in a room in college which you share with another student. However, there are problems with this and you find it difficult to work. Write a letter to the accommodation officer at the college. In the letter describe the situation explain the problems and why it is difficult to work say what kind of accommodation you would prefer

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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,

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Dear Mr. Garg, I am writing this to seek your permission to allow me to attend a conference on the subject of AI in Communication, which is going to be held on 5th December 2023 at the University conference hall. The idea of the event is to make people understand about the future aspect of robots in the field of efficient marketing and communication. Additionally, the speaker is Mr Park, who has been working in the field of technology for the last 10 years. Too many banners and advertisement around the city are promoting the event. As far as I am concerned I came to know about this from a local advertisement. To get a booking I called an organisation and he advised me to book space in advance. As our company has recently started taking a serious move for digital marketing, I thought this type of event would be helpful for me to understand what type of changes have been occurring in marketing. That will be helpful for me to develop new strategies. I would request you to allow me to be a participant in the conference and oblige that. Yours faithfully, Jaimini Patel.You recently saw an advertisement about a business conference that can be helpful for your work. Write a letter to your manager asking permission to attend the conference. - What is the conference about? - How did you know about the conference? - Explain to him/her why it is important that you attend this conference. You should 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 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 cities Offer to give a guided tour of your town to the writer of the article

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You have bougth some clothing online and are not satisfied with your purchase. Write a letter to the company that you bought the clothing from. In your email Give details of the purchase Describe the problem Explain why you need a replacement urgently

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You have traveled by air had an unpleasant flight. Write a letter to the airline company Manager about the following: - Describe the flight - Explain what was the problem - ask how this issue can be solved

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You would like to work in a different city to be closer to your family . Write a letter to your employer to request a transfer to another office. Explain why you would like to moveRequest that your employer place you in a specific city. Request that it be completed by a certain date.

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You are living in a University residence, and you have a problem with the high levels of noise from a new campus restaurant which is open late at night. Write a letter to the governor of the University. In your letter, Complain about the situation Say why this is a problem And propose ways to reduce the noise Begin your letter ‘Dear --------’ Do not write any addresses

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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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