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IELTS General Writing Task 1 formal Topics/Questions 2024

This section presents a list of common IELTS General Writing Task 1 formal topics. All these topics were added in 2024 by students who took the IELTS recently. Pick a random topic and start practicing and improving your writing skills.

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You child is going on a school trip overseas for week. The Headmaster is looking for parents to join the trip. Write a letter to state that you would like to join it. In your letter: Mention why you would like to join the trip. Ask some general questions about the trip. Mention how you can be helpful

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You recently visited a museum in your local town and you had a mixed experience. Write a letter to the museum’s manager. In your letter, – explain when you visited and what you saw – explain the positive parts of your experience and what you liked – explain the negative parts of your experience and give some advice for improvements.

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You would like to work for a company or organisation in a foreign country. Write a letter to an employment agency. In your letter: • Describe the kind of job you would like to do • Explain which country or part of the world you would like to work in • Tell them why you are interested in working in another country

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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 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 your purchase •Describe the problem •Explain why you need a replacement urgently

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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

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You recently joined a new fitness center and have been attending various classes. Write a letter to the fitness center manager to express your thoughts, experiences, and suggestions.

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Last week you were on a flight to London. Unfortunately, when you got off the plane, you left a bag there. You did not remember about the bag until you got to your hotel. Write a letter to the airline. In your letter •explain what has happened • describe the bag and its contents • say what you would like them to do about this problem

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You have a complaint about the hotel you stayed at while attending a meeting that was booked by the organizer of a company meeting. Write a letter to the organizer of the meeting and include: -Details about the meeting - The problem you face - What should be done

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You should spend about 20 minutes on this task. You want to join a new gym in your neighbourhood. Write a letter to the gym manager. In your letter ask what types of membership are available, and what the prices are ask what activities are available ask what the joining procedure is You should write at least 150 words

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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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You recently broke your leg and your colleagues from work sent you get well cards and presents. Write a letter to them and say Write a letter to your manager. In your letter - Thanks them for supporting you - Describe how you spend your time - Explain about your recovery process

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You recently hired a restaurant to host an office party at work, but there were several problems with the food and service. Write a letter to the restaurant manager. In your letter: Give details of the food and services you ordered Describe the problems that occurred Explain what you want the restaurant to do

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Write a letter to a hotel manager in another city for an upcoming 2-day business trip for you and your colleagues. Introduce yourself and colleagues (financial service, product focus on insurance and mutual fund, proficient in engligh and madarin) Give information about the business meeting ( market outlook, new insurance product introduction, case study) Tell other requests you might have ( wifi, projector , microphone, basic refreshment-tea, briskit , coffee machine)

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You are not satisfied with a product you purchased. Write a letter to the store manager. In your letter: - Describe the product and the problem. - Explain what you want the store to do. - Say what you will do if the issue is not resolved.

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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 Write at least 150 words.

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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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You recently went to see a good play at a theatre, but you did not enjoy it because of some problems in the theatre. Write a letter to the manager of the theatre. In your letter: say which play you saw and when describe the problems you experienced in the theatre suggest what the manager should do

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Write a letter Your recently made an online purchase and the product was not the same as the description on the website. 1)What you purchased 2)Exactly how it is different to the website description 3) How you would like the company to fix the problem

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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 the 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 have recently visited a city on vacation and stayed in a hotel. Write a letter to the manager about your stay. In your letter: Give details of your stay What were the high & low points of the hotel What are your suggestions; recommendations and / or complaints about the hotel Write at least 150 words. You do NOT need to write any addresses. Begin your letter as follows: Dear .....................,

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You work for an international company and you need some time off to attend a family celebration. Write a letter to the company’s manager. In your letter:  give details of the celebration  explain the reason why you need time off  suggest a way to have your work done during that time

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Your local newspaper wants to reward people who have contributed much to the community. Write a letter to the newspaper editor recommending someone in your community. In your letter describe who the person is and how you know them; describe their contributions to the community; explain why you think they deserve the reward.

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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. In your letter – • Mention the food, service and the atmosphere. • Suggest any improvements to make things better.

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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 your letter describe the situation explain your problems and why it is difficult to work say what kind of accommodation you would prefer You do NOT need to write any addresses. Begin your letter as follows: Dear Sir or Madam,

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Write a letter 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. Write an email to the restaurant's manager in about 150-200 words. Your email should do the following things:

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Your city council is planning to pull down one of the historic buildings in your town because they do not have funds to renovate it. As a citizen, you do not want it to happen. Write a letter to the city council. In your letter, say what the importance of this historic building is mention why it should be renovated rather than pull down suggest a plan to raise funds and maintain the building in the future Write at least 150 words.

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You have just read an article in a national newspaper claiming that town centres in your country all look very similar. You don’t fully agree with this opinion. Write a letter to the editor of the newspaper. In your letter, say which point in the article do you agree with? explain ways your town centre differs from most other town centres offer to give a guided tour of your town to the article’s writer.

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You work for an international company and need to take some time off work to celebrate a family event. Write a letter to your manager. In your letter ● give details of the family event and why it is important you attend ● say how much time you will need away from the office ● suggest how your work could be covered while you are away

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You are organising a seminar for your company. Write a letter to the manager of another department inviting them to give a presentation at the seminar. In your letter: • give details of the seminar • invite them to give a presentation and say why you are inviting them • say what the presentation should be about.

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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 recently travelled by train on a long journey and you experienced various problems. Write a letter to the train company's head office. In your letter, - Give the details of your journey, including the date, time and where you sat - explain the problems that happened and express your dissatisfaction - ask about what action will be taken to improve the service You should write atleat 150 words

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You have been working for a company for some time and other rival companies are willing to employ you with a higher salary for all the practical experience you have gained. Write a letter to your company manager and in your letter: Explain the situation; Say what you would like the manager to do (increase the salary,etc); Say what action you would take in case the manager fails to meet your demands.

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You would like to rent a car for a holiday. Write to the car rental agency. In your letter • Explain what type of car you would like • Give details of when you would like the car • Request more information about the cost

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You're supposed to move into a rented flat next week, but you won't be able to due to unforeseen problems. Write a letter to the property manager. In your letter 1) Explain the situation 2) Describe your problems 3) Tell him/her when you think you can move in Write at least 150 words.

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Your office building doesn’t have enough parking spaces. Write a letter to your manager. In your letter: · explain the problem · suggest a solution · say why more parking spaces would benefit all employees

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Your manager has asked you to arrange a party for a colleague leaving the company. Write a letter to your manager. In your letter •suggest a suitable date and time for the party •recommend a venue •propose the food and entertainment options that should be available.

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Write a letter to the hotel manager praising a staff member. In your letter: •Explain the situation. •What they did • What do you want the manager to do?

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Some construction work is being done on the street where you live for the last couple of days. The noise from the work is loud and it disturbs you. Write a letter to your local council complaining about the noise. In your letter, introduce yourself explain how the noise is causing problems to you suggest solutions to the problem

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You live with a roommate at university but you have trouble studying because of a problem related to your roommate. Write a letter to an administrator at your university and include: •Who you are •The problem •What you suggest they do

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You recently did a short cookery course. 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 have done since the course - Suggest another cookerycourse you'd like the school to offer.

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You work for an international company, and would like to spend six months working in its head office in another country. Write a letter to your manager. In your letter -explain why you want to work in the company's head office for six months -say how you work could be done while you are away -ask for his-her help in arranging it

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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 your 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 any addresses

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You should spend about 20 minutes on this task. You are part of a group of musicians who meet on Tuesday and Friday evenings to practise in the community hall. You have been told, however, that it is no longer possible for the group to use the hall. Write a letter to the manager. In the letter: describe what the group does explain why the group is good for the community suggest alternative days and times for practice You should write at least 150 words.

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Write a letter to a bookstore manager who is living in another city. Ask him/ her to make available a book that you are interested in. In you letter. - What book you are looking for? - Why you need this book. - How you plan to purchase the book

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Government plans to construct an airport in your locality. Write a letter to the authority. - Explain where you came to know about the news. - Describe the negative effects of airport construction - Ask to consider alternate site for airport construction No less than 150 words

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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 You do NOT need to write your own address. Begin your letter as:

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You have recently landed in a foreign country on work visa and interested in seeking information guide about the place in and around the city. Write a letter to the relocation assistance provider for seeing help and in your letter. Write why you are writing the letter. what kind of information you want. how and when you can get requested information.

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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 Write at least 150 words. You DO NOT need to write any addresses. Begin your letter as follows: Dear ____________________,

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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 prefe

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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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You have recently missed a project deadline which resulted in your company losing an important client. Write a letter to your senior director. In your letter ● apologise for what happened •● explain why you missed the deadline •● tell him/her how you will avoid this situation in future.

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A large company In your area has decided to spend a certain amount of money, alter 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 summaries the benefits of paying for the concerts say how you think the company should spend the money

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You should spend about 20 minutes on this task. You and your family are planning to spend a weekend at a seaside hotel. Write a letter to the hotel, making the arrangements. In your letter tell them when you will be arriving and leavingexplain what type of rooms you would like, and ask how much the weekend will costask about activities and places of interest near the hotel

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A local college wants people with a job to come and talk to students about what it is like to work. You would like to come forward and talk to the students about your job. Write a letter to the principal of the college. In your letter, •explain what you would like to talk about • say why students would be interested in your job • suggest a possible date and time for the talk

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Scenario: You need to take a few days off from work for a family emergency. Write a letter to your employer formally requesting time off and explaining the situation.

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You have just read an article in an international travel magazine which contained some information about your town that is incorrect. Write a letter to the editor of the magazine. In your letter 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. Write at lease 150 words.

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You have recently ordered an item through the Internet, but are not happy with the purchase. Write to the company. In your letter: – describe what you purchased, – explain why you are not happy with the purchase, – tell them what you would like them to do about the situation. Dear Sir or Madam,

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You recently did a short cookery course. 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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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 problem is suggest solutions to the problem

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Your local council is considering closing the sports and leisure centre that it runs, in order to save money. Write a letter to the local council. In your letter give details of •how you and your friends or family use the centre. •Explain why the sports and leisure centre is important for the local community. •Describe the possible effects on local people if the centre close.

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You and some friends ate a meal at a restaurant to celebrate a special occasion, and you were very pleased with the food and service. Write a letter to the restaurant manager. In your letter -Give details of your visit to the restaurant -Explain the reasons for the celebration -Say what was good about the food and the service

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You have recently opened up a shop in your area and as an advertisement campaign. You would like to send a letter to all potential customers. Introduce your shop Introduce your services And offer a special discount for the new customers. Write your letter in an appropriate style and format in 150 words on your answer sheet.

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You are studying a short course in another country. Your accommodation was arranged by the course provider. There is a major problem with the accommodation. Write a letter to the course provider: -Say what the problem is -describe the accommodation you thought you were getting -ask the provider to solve the problem

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You and your family is moving to another country for work, and you are looking to buy a house there . Write a letter to a property agent . In your letter. Introduce yourself and your family. Describe the type of accommodation that you hope to find . Give your preference for the location of the accomodation.

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You work for an international company, and would like to spend six months working in its head office in another country. write a letter to your manager. in your letter -why you want to work in company's head office for six months -say how your work could be done while you are away -ask for his/her help in arranging it.

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You have recently ordered an item through the Internet, but are not happy with the purchase. Write to the company. In your letter: – Describe what you purchased, – explain why you are not happy with the purchase, – tell them what you would like them to do about the situation.

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Practice 1: You should spend about 20 minutes on this task. You have a full-time job and are also doing a part-time evening course. You now find that you cannot continue the course. Write a letter to the course tutor. In your letter, • describe the situation • explain why you cannot continue at this time • say what action you would like to take You should write at least 150 words. You do NOT need to write any ad

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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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You are interested in attending a training course abroad but require financial support to do so. Write a letter to the education department requesting financial assistance. In your letter •introduce yourself •describe the training course and how it would benefit your work •explain why you need financial assistance.

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You have a problem with a recently hired employee in your workplace. Write a letter to the HR manager. In your letter: describe the problem the new employee has caused explain how other employees bout the new employee's conduct say how you expect the HR manager to address the situation

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Recently your employer offered some employees to do some work directly from home. Write a letter to your manager requesting the same arrangement. You should say Why do you want to work from home? Why would it be beneficial for the company and yourself? Suggest a suitable arrangement for you to work from home.

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You have been invited to attend an admissions interview for a prestigious college. Unfortunately, you cannot come at the proposed time due to a previous appointment. Write a letter to the admissions tutor and explain your position. In your letter: Introduce yourself and state your interest in the program Apologize and offer to come at a different time

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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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Your company is going to give a special training course for staff. Your manager has asked you to find out if the local conference centre has the right facilities to hold this course. Write a letter to the manager of the conference centre. In your letter: ● Give details about the course ● Describe what equipment you will need for the course ● Ask some further questions about the facilities at the conference centre

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You have just read an article in a national newspaper which claims that Darwin centres in your country or look very similar to each other. You do not 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 Over to give a guided tour of your town to the writer of the article

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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

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You and your family are planning to spend a weekend at a seaside hotel. Write a letter to the hotel, making the arrangements. In your letter tell them when you will be arriving and leaving explain what type of rooms you would like, and ask how much the weekend will cost ask about activities and places of interest near the hotel You should write at least 150 words. You do NOT need to write any addresses

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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

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You live in an area where some sport facilities are needed for people your age. Write a letter to local authorities. In your letter Mention the existing facilities Ask for more facilities to be built Explain how these facilities will be useful for people your age

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You are planning a holiday and want to find out about the kinds of holiday packages that can be arranged by a local company. Write a letter to the company to as for information about the holiday packages they offer. In your letter: say where and when you would like to go include details about the kind of holiday you would like to take say what kind of information you would like to receive.

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Your family is going to celebrate an occassion and your child needs a day off from school. Write a letter to the head master of the school. What the occassion is? Why it is importnat that your child attends the celebration? How your child is going to make up for the missed lessons.

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You have recently been on a business trip to see some equipment that your company needs. Write a letter to the company that owns this equipment and say: • Describe the equipment • Ask for features and specifications of this equipment • Explain why your company needs this equipment

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You borrowed some books from your school or college library. Unfortunately you have to go away to visit a sick relative and cannot return the books in time. Write a letter to the library. Explain what has happened and tell them what you want to do about it. You should write at least 150 words. You should spend about 20 minutes on this task. You do NOT need to write your own address.

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You have recently attended a two-day course, and now a course organizer is asking for your review and comments. Write a letter to the course organizer. In your letter, you should: • describe the course; • explain whether or not you linked the course, and why; • provide some suggestions for improvement.

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You work (or an international company, and would like to spend six months working in its head office in anothor country. Write a letter to your manager. In your letter • explain why you want to work in the company's head office for six months • say how your work could be done while you are away • ask for his or her help in arranging it

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Write a resignation letter your manager to let him know that you have started to cooperate with another company In your letter Let him know the exact time that you are leaving The actions you took in order not to cause The company any problems And also let him know your appreciate the time your cooperated with the company

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Write a letter to the restaurant, applying for the job. In your letter: •explain what you are currently doing •describe your suitability for this area of work •say when you can attend an interview

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Write a letter to the company. In your letter describe the benefits of sponsoring the sports tean summarise the benefits of paying for the concerts say how you thing the company should spend the money Write at least 150 words. You do NOT need to write any addresses.

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In newspaper, local hospital advertised for people to do unpaid work in the hospital Write a letter Why do you want to do unpaid work Which kind of work do you want When you can join the hospital

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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 aboyt the book that influenced you most. in you letter describe what this book was about explain how this book influenced you say whether this book would be likely to influence other people

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7. You're working overseas in an international company. You are leaving the country in emergency. Write a letter to your friends explaining the situation. In the letter, you should - apologise for leaving like this - explain what happened - tell them what you're going to miss about working with them

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Write a letter to the editor of a local newspaper asking to advertise your ad on the front page of the newspaper. In your letter, give details of the ad that you want to publish mention that you want the ad to be published on the front page say how you would like to pay for the advertisement

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You brought some dog food from a store, and it turned out to be the expired one. Write a letter to the store manager about this.

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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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A reporter complained about a new TV program that you like. Write a letter to the newspaper editor.– Describe your point of view. Say what you like about the show and why. Ask the newspaper to take some action.

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. You learned a piece of news from your friend regarding a part-time job at a new international company near your house. Write a letter to that company. In your letter, you should: • explain why you need that job • give the details what you can do for the company • Suggest the time that you can work.

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You have just read an article in a national newspaper which clamis 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 point in the article you agree with - explain ways in which your town centre in 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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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 him /her to do

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You work for an international company, and would like to spend six months working in its head office in another country. Write a letter to your manager. in your letter -Explain why you want to work in company's head office for six months -Say how your work could be done while you are away - Ask for his/her help in arranging it

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