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 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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You should spend about 20 minutes on this task. 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 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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Your local council is considering closing the kindergarten which is located in your district. Write a letter to the local council. In your letter: • Give details how you and your neighbors use the kindergarten; • Explain what consequences will be for the all people nearby; • Ask to change their decision. Write at least 150 words. You do NOT need to write any addresses. Begin your letter as follows: Dear ....,

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2019-12-07: Task 1 You went on a trip and found that the guide was really helpful. Write a letter to the tour company manager. In your letter, you should: •describe the tour •tell what you liked about the tour guide •recommend manager ways/methods to appreciate the tour guide

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You are going on a short course to a training college abroad. It is a college that you have not been to before. Write a letter to the accommodation officer. In your letter, give details of your course and your arrival/departure date explain your accommodation needs ask for information about getting to and from the college.

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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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You have visited a store and bought set of china tea cups which later you found broken but store denied to replace it. Write a letter to the manager of the store describing situation. In your letter add following points: •State what problem you had with the purchased item. •Complain about the inability of the sales staff to address the problem. •Describe how you want the store to solve the problem to your satisfaction.

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Recently you saw an article in a newspaper/journal about a city/town you know and some of the information in the article was incorrect. Write a letter to the editor regarding this. In your letter, you should tell: - how you know about this city/town; - what information was incorrect; - what the editor should do about this.

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For the past year, you have been a member of a local club. Now you want to discontinue your membership. Write a letter to the club secretary. In your letter ● state what type of membership you have and how you have paid for this ● give details of how you have benefited from the club ● explain why you want to leave

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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: Dear…

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Question: Write a letter to a company asking for a refund for something you bought from them online. In your letter: Describe the item you bought Outline what the problem is Explain why you want a refund 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 found the Lost item at the park and want to return. Write a letter to the park manager Describe the item Say where and when you found it Ask how to return it to the owner

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You recently attended a conference and thought one of the speakers was particularly good. Write a letter to the event organizer. In your letter: Tell them which conference you attended Explain which speaker you particularly enjoyed and why Suggest inviting them to future events

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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 Write at least 150 words. You do NOT need to write any addresses. Begin your letter as follows:

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Write a letter to company which supplies 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 work in a busy but poorly organised office and you are keen to be promoted. Your employer needs to find a new supervisor for your department. Write a letter to your employer. In the letter: - ask to be considered for this job - explain why you would be a suitable candidate - outline the current problems and the changes you would like to make You should write at least 150 words. You do NOT need to write any addresses.

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Last week, you celebrated your birthday with some friends in a restaurant. It was a great success and you and your friends enjoyed yourselves very much. Write a letter to the restaurant. In your letter mention the food and service explain that you really enjoyed the atmosphere suggest any improvements to make things better You should 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: Your internet connection has recently been slow and unreliable. Write a letter to your internet service provider to complain. 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 You do not need to write any addresses Write at least 150 words.

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You have recently returned from an afternoon at your public library, and noticed various negative aspects that could be improved upon. Write a letter to the manager of the public library. In your letter: Describe the poor experience you had Include ideas for what the library should change Explain why you feel the library needs alteration Write at least 150 words. You do NOT need to write any addresses.

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A restaurant has placed an advertisement for waiters and waitresses in your local newspaper. Write a letter to the restaurant, applying for the job. In your letter: explain what you are currently doing and describe your suitability for this area of work say when you can attend an interview

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You work for a company and have recently decided to leave your current employment. Write a letter to your employer. In your letter explain why you are writing explain why you have decided to leave the company tell your employer what you plan to do after leaving your present employment

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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 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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Your local council is considering closing a sport 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 friends or family use the centre .explain why sport and leisure centre is important for the local community .describe the possible effects on local people if the centre closes.

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You ordered a piece of furniture online. It was supposed to arrive last week, but it has not been delivered yet. Write a letter to the company. In your letter: •explain what you ordered and when •describe the problem •say what action you want the company to take

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Your city has approved a weekly market in your area but you are dissatisfied with this decision. Write a Letter to your city council. In this letter write Why you are writing Explain problems caused by this Suggest a solution/Alternative

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Write a letter of complaint to a company outlining a problem you had while visiting one of their stores. In your letter include: 􀈈􀀃 what the problem was 􀈈􀀃 why this problem has upset you 􀈈􀀃 what you want to happen as a result of your letter

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You would like to buy some electrical goods at a shop in a town which is far from your home.Write a letter to the manager of the shop. In your letter: say which electrical goods you want ask questions about the cost of the goods and how to pay explain how you will collect the goo

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You should spend about 20 minutes on this task. You will go to a foreign country to stay there for one year, and you need a place to live in. You have decided to write to an agency for accommodation. Write a letter to the agency to get information about accommodation. In your letter, say: why you are going to this country what kind of accommodation you want when you will arrive 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 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 ​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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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 You should You do NOT need to write any addresses. Begin your letter as follows:

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Scenario: You recently purchased a product that turned out to be faulty. Write a letter to the store manager, complaining about the issue and requesting a replacement or refund.

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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

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A large company in your area has decided to spend a certain amounth of money, either to sponsor a local children's sport team for two years, or to pay for open-air concerts. It has asked for feedback from 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.

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You recently learned that the local council has decided to demolish a particular building in your area. You disagree with this decision and believe the building benefits the community. Write a letter to the local councilor. In your letter •explain what you find valuable about the building. •Suggest what improvements could be made to the building. •Describe how retaining the building could benefit the community as a whole.

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You recently sent a valuable parcel through a courier company, but it has not arrived at its destination. Write a letter to the courier company. In your letter:     •    Give details of the parcel and when you sent it.     •    Explain the importance of the parcel's contents.     •    Suggest what action you would like the company to take.

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Write a letter to accommodation officer at the college to describe your situation, your problems when you are sharing room with another student, say what kind of accommodation you would prefer

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You saw an advert for the post of finance manager at the vacancy board. You want to apply for the same job. But, you have been late for applying for the same. Write a letter along with your resume to your prospective employer. In your letter • introduce yourself • talkaboutyourskills • reasonsforyourdelay

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You recently made a journey by train. When you got on the train, you realised you had left a bag on the train. Write a letter to the station manager. In your letter: • give details of where and when you left the bag • describe the bag and its contents • suggest how you could get the bag back

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Write a letter to a manufacturer to ask them to arrange the production of a new item for you. Please say – What item do you need? – Why do you need it?

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Your local council is considering closing a sports and leisure center 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 center •explain why the sports leisure center is important for the local community • describe the possible effects on local people if the center closes

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One of your colleagues is leaving for a new job, and your manager has asked you to arrange a farewell party for him/her. Write a letter to your manager. In your letter, suggest a suitable date and time for the party recommend a place discuss the food and entertainment options that should be available You do NOT need to write any addresses. Begin your letter as follows: Dear Mr/Mrs ..................,

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You recently took part in a training course. The organiser of the course has asked you for some feedback. Write a letter to the organiser of the course. In your letter: • give details of the course you took part in • say what you found useful on the course • suggest ways the course could be improved

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You want to complain about the service you received in the hotel you stayed in while attending a recent meeting Write a letter to the person who organised the meeting. In your letter, *Describe the meeting *Explain the problems the service *Suggest what the meeting organizer should do

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Write a letter to the car rental company. In your letter: •Explain when and where you rented the car •Describe what happened and the problems you faced •Say what action you would like the company to take

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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

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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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The local Council in your city has no funds for repairs and maintanenance of old buildings. It has decided to demolish a historical building to build a software company. Write a letter to the head of Council. In your letter: explain why the building is important suggest how the building can be used to benefit the local community suggest a solution to finance the repair

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You have recently bought some furniture. It was broken when you received it. Write a complaint letter to the store manager and say – What and when did you buy? – Why was it broken? – Suggest how the problem could be solved

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Your child's school is going for a trip out of the country for 3 days and parent is allowed to join the group. Write a letter to school. In your letter, you should: • ask questions about the trip • tell them why you want to join the group • explain how you can help.

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You recently discovered that there are plans to build a new airport in your area and you are not happy with it. Write a letter to the local authority. In your letter, Say how you found out about the plans Explain what problems your neighborhood will face Suggest some possible solutions to those problems.

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you recently bought an item of clothing from a shop. you discovered that it had a fault and returned it to the shop for replacement or refund. however, the assistant told you that this was against the store policy. write a letter to the store manager explain the problems you have had ask for a refund or exchange on the item

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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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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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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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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 are studying for a qualification, and you would like some time off work to complete it. Write a letter to your manager. In your letter: Ask for some time off to complete a qualification. Suggest what you will do later at work if you have time off. Say how the qualification helps your job or company. You do NOT need to write any addresses.

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The road in front of your house got damaged a long ago and nothing has been done about it. Write a letter to the municipal authority complaining about the damaged road. In your letter: introduce yourself explain the condition of the road and suggest what they should do

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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 Begin your letter as follows: Dear ____, You should write at least 150 words.

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You have been experiencing problems with your internet service, such as slow speed or frequent disconnections. Write a letter to the internet service provider to complain about the issue. In your letter: - describe the problems you are facing with the internet service, - explain how these problems are affecting your daily activities, - request immediate action to fix the issue or offer compensation.

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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 servic

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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 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 -offer to give a guided tour of your town to the writer of the article

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

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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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On a recent holiday you lost a valueable item. Fortunately you have travel insurance to cover the cost of anything lost. Write a lettr to the manager of your insurance company. In your letter

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An old car was left on the street near your street several weeks ago. The car is now causing a problem for residents. Write a letter to the Council. In your letter: * Describe the car * Outline the problems it is causing * Tell the Council what you want them to do about it

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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 the 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 recently stayed in a hotel and an employee was very helpful to you. Write a letter to the hotel management to tell them what happened. In your letter: Describe the situation Explain what happened Say what you would like the manager to do

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TASK-1 Every year your company organizes a sports event for a local community, but this year they can’t do it. Write a letter to your local newspaper about this. In your letter – Express your feelings about missing the sports event – Tell them about your plans for next year – Explain how this sports event is useful.

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You missed an important meeting at work. Write a letter to your manager. In the letter: -apologize for not attending -explain why you did not attend -say what you will do to make up for it

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APOLOGY LETTER TOPIC . You have been invited to attend an interview for a place studying a course at a college. Unfortunately, because of a previous appointment, you cannot come at the time they wish. Write a letter to the admission tutor. In your letter  explain your position  apologise and offer to come on another day or later the same day  also ask how long the interview will be, and whether there will be any tests during it You should write at least 150 words.

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You recently travelled to New York and you were completely dissatisfied with the hotel service you stayed at. Write a letter to the hotel manager, in your letter: • introduce yourself • mention the problems you had at the hotel during your stay • say what action you need the hotel manager to take

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You hired a car from a company, while. While you were driving you had a small accident. Write a letter to the company to explain it. In your letter: -- when and where you hired it -- describe how the accident happened -- what kind of action did you take after the accident

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You missed an international flight due to a problem at the airport. Write a letter to the airline. In your letter: -describe what happened that caused you to miss your flight -explain how missing your flight impacted you -clearly state what you would like the airline to do

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You recently did a short 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 cookery course you’d like the school to offer.

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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

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Write a letter to the club secretary. In your letter ● state what type of membership you have and how you have paid for this ● give details of how you have benefited from the club ● explain why you want to leave

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Your university lecturer gave you an assignment. You won’t be able to submit your assignment on time. Write to your lecturer asking for an extension. In the letter describe the situation explain why your assignment will be late say when you will be able to hand in your assignment You should write at least 150 words. You do NOT need to write any addresses

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Write a letter to the local school in your neighborhood to give suggestions about improving its buildings and play area. Include Why they should be improved Suggestions for how When they could be improved

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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 should spend about 20 minutes on this task. 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 You do NOT need to write any addresses. Begin your letter as follows: Dear Sir or Madam, Write at least 150 words.

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Recently, you went for shopping at a famous mall. When you returned, you realised that you had been charged for items you did not actually buy. Write a letter to the authority in-charge explaining what has happened. In your letter, ● describe the situation ● explain the items you have bought and their cost ● tell him how you feel about the error and ask him to do something about it

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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. & Summaries the benefits of paying for the concerts. & Say how you think the company should spend the money.

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You are planning a business trip to another city. Write a letter to the manager of a local hotel to make arrangements for your stay. In your letter: Introduce yourself and your company Provide the details of your stay (dates, type of room, etc.) Explain any special requests you have Write at least 150 words. You do NOT need to write any addresses.

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Write to your council about the problem of the road near your home. Explain where you live. Describe the problem. Explain what you want them to do

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Write a formal letter to apply for the post of business unit manager which posted on facebook.

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A magazine wants to include contribution 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 influences you most. In your 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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Write a letter to local authorities by requesting additional sports facilities for your age group in your area. *Mention about the current sport 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 the company to complain about the poor service you received from its employee. In your letter, express why you went to the shop/office how the employees behaved to offend you what you expect the company to do

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Write a letter You recently read an article in newspaper about someone you know personally. You found some information is wrong. Write a letter to editor to inform him about it. Use the following points. What is the article about? WHat is the error? What you expect an editor to do?

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Write a letter to the transport officer about a problem with transport system in your area. Explain in letter . -describe the situation you are facing -why you consider it a problem -what changes you like to recommend

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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 use the local swimming pool often and during one of your visits you have encountered a problem. Write a letter to the manager and say – What the problem was and when it happened – What the swimming pool staff have done about it – Suggest your own solution to the problem.

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You recently transferred money into your bank account through online banking but the money was not credited to your account. Write a letter to your bank manager. In your letter, introduce yourself describe the situation tell what you want him to do

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IELTS Letter Writing / GT Writing Task 1: You should spend about 20 minutes on this task. You work for an international company. You have seen an 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 for your job Write at least 150 words.

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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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A magazine wants to include contributions from its readers for an article called 'The book that influenced the most' Write a letter to te editor of the magazine about the book that influenced you most. In your 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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You live at university accommodation. You found that some valuables were stolen from your room. Write a letter to accommodation manager about this theft. In your letter • Introduce yourself • Describe what happened • Write what you want from the accommodation manager

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Last Friday you flew from New York to Paris. When you arrived home, you discovered that you had left your cabin bag on the plate. Write a letter to the airline. In your letter: •Where and when you lost your bag •What your bag looks like •What its content were

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You have seen an advertisement for a part time job welcoming visitors to your town. Write to the recruiters. In your letter •Explain why you want the job • Describe why you would be a good person for the role • Describe any relevant experience you may have

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