IELTS General Writing Task 1 unknown Topics/Questions 2025

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Your sibling has sent you a letter asking for an update on your life. Write a letter to your sibling. In your letter: – Describe what you did for your last birthday – Ask for photos of your sibling’s last holiday – Talk about something you are looking forward to

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Last month you had an overseas holiday with some friends where you stayed at their house. They have just sent you some holiday photos. Write a letter to your friends, in your letter: a) thank them for the holiday and the photos b) explain why you didn't write earlier c) invite them to come and stay with you

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You bought a large appliance for your home from your local store and upon delivery you discover something wrong with it. write a letter to the store in your letter give details of the purchase what wrong what you like to do for this

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You attended a language course, and felt that it did not meet your expectations. Write a letter to improve the quality of the course for future learners Explain why you were not satisfied from the course Suggest some ways to improve, such as teaching methods, materials and the structure of the course Explain how these changes will improve the course for future learners

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You should spend about 40 minutes on this task. Write about the following topic: Few people devote time to hobbies nowadays. Say why you think this is the case and what effect this has on the individual and society in general. Give reasons for your answer and include any relevant examples from your own knowledge or experience. You should write at least 250 word

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You have recently joined an evening course but you are finding it difficult to attend. Write a letter to the course coordinator. In your letter – Provide the course details. – Explain why you are finding it difficult to attend. – Suggest what could be done.

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Last month you had a holiday overseas where you stayed with some friends. They have just sent you photo of your holiday. Write a letter to your friends. In your letter -Thank them for the photos and for the holiday -Explain why you didn’t write earlier - Invite them to come and stay with you

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You are moving home. Write a letter to your neighbors to say goodbye to them and to thank for their help during your stay. In your letter explain how they helped you say what you will miss the most about the area where you lived invite them to visit you at your new home

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Write a letter to a person to have them build a website for your business. In your letter Describe your business Tell them what do you want on the website Specify that you want the use of images on the website

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After being involved in an accident, you were looked after by a person you did not know before. Write a special thank you letter to express your gratitude.

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Imagine what an ideal world ten years from now would be like. Write a letter from yourself in 2030 to your present (2020) self, in which you describe the state of the world, the way people are living, and what you, yourself, are doing in society. In addition, include any important message that you might wish to tell your present self.

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You rent an apartment and you are quite happy with it but you want to suggest a renovation. Write a letter about your suggestion. In your letter, you should tell: - Your appreciation of current condition - What is the renovation and why? - What is the benefits of your suggestion?

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Something in an airport delayed you and you hava missed your flight. Write a letter to the airport's customer service. In your letter What delayed you How missing this flight affected you What you would like the airport to do about this issue

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You and some friends want to start a weekly dance club and you have found a hall that would be suitable to hold your meetings. Write a letter to the owner of the hall. In you letter, 1. explain your and your friends project 2. ask if it possible to rent the hall and under the what terms 3. state what day and what timings you would like to use the hall

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You are taking a course at a local collage. the deadline for your project was last week but you have not finished it. write a letter to your lecturer. introduce yourself explain why you have not handed in the project yet request more time to do it.

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Five months ago, you started renting an apartment on a six-month agreement. You now wish to stay in the apartment for longer than the six months you originally agreed with the owner. Write a letter to the owner of your apartment. In your letter say how long you now want to rent the apartment for explain why your plans have changed tell the owner about a problem in the apartment

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There is a problem with the road outside of your house. Write a letter to your local councillor. In your letter -Introduce yourself -Explain what the problem is -Tell the councillor what you would like to be done.

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Education for young people is important in many countries. However, some people think that governments should spend more money on education in adult population who cannot read and write. To what extent do you agree or disagree with this opinion?

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You should spend about 40 minutes on this task. Modern communications mean that it’s no longer necessary to write letters. To what extent do you agree or disagree with this statement? Give reasons for your answer and include any relevant examples from your own knowledge or experience. You should write at least 250 words.

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Last month you had a holiday abroad where you stayed with some friends. They have just sent you some photos of your holiday. Write a letter to your friends. In your letter: thank them for the photos and for the holiday explain why you didn’t write earlier invite them to come and stay with you.

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Last month you had a holiday overseas where you stayed with some friends. They have just sent you some photos of your holiday. Write a letter to your friends. In your letter: - Thank them for the photos and for the holiday. - Explain why you didn't write earlier. - Invite them to come and stay with you.

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Some people think that the traditional skill of writing letters will disappear completely. To what extent do you agree or disagree? How important do you think is letter-writing?

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Write a letter You and your friends are planning to go to Dubai on vacation. You have to arrange the best hotel therefore, you want the details of the room and other facilities in the hotel. Write a letter to Hotel manager in about 150-200 words your email should do the following things 1.Request him to provide details of the hotel 2.Write about the room and any special needs such as smoking or non-smoking room.

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You recently missed a flight. You think this was the fault of the airlines. Write a letter to the airlines. In your letter - Explain why you believe the airlines was at fault - Describe the impact of this had on your journey - Say what you want the airlines to do. Write at least 150 words You do NOT need to write any addresses. Begin you letter as follows: Dear Sir or Madam,

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You saw Tv program recently and found it unreasonable for viewers. Write a letter about its quality and content of the material presented. In your letter Describe what you did not like Make some suggestions Say what you expect from the TV editors

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Your neighbors have recently written to you to complain about the noise from your house/ flat. Write a letter to your neighbors. In your letter explain the reasons for the noise apologies describe what action you will take

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Your ID card has been stolen.Write to the Local Police Station,giving details of who you are what happened ask what you sho;ud do to get a new ID card

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Write a letter to your friends. In your letter: ● Thank them for the holiday and the photos. ● Explain why you didn’t write earlier. ● Invite them to come and stay with you.

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Write a letter of application

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Your friends recently moved to a new city. You will also be moving to the same city. Write a letter to your friends and include: - Ask where to find a place to live - Tell them what type of place you’re looking for - Share some fun things you would like to do when you get there

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Last month you had an overseas holiday with some friends where you stayed at their house. They have just sent you some holiday photos. Write a letter to your friends. In your letter: ● Thank them for the holiday and the photos. ● Explain why you didn’t write earlier. ● Invite them to come and stay with you.

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Last month you had a holiday abroad where you stayed with some friends. They have just sent you some photos of your holiday. Write a letter to your friends. In your letter: thank them for the photos and for the holiday explain why you didn’t write earlier invite them to come and stay with you. You do NOT need to write any addresses. Begin your letter as follows:

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Last month you had an overseas holiday with some friends where you stayed at their house. They have just sent you some holiday photos. Write a letter to your friends. In your letter: ● Thank them for the holiday and the photos. ● Explain why you didn’t write earlier. ● Invite them to come and stay with you.

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You will move to a new city for work. You know some people who live there. Write a letter to one of your friends. In your letter: ask them for help finding accommodation tell them where you would like to live tell them the type of place you are looking for

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You have recently bought a product from the local market,but it had already been used Write a letter to the shopkeeper Say when you bought it Explain the situation Ask for refund or replacement

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You are employed full-time and also doing a part-time evening course. You are not able to continue the course. Write a letter to the course lecturer.

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You should spend about 20 minutes on this task. You and some friends want to start a weekly dance club and you have found a hall that would be suitable to hold your meetings. Write a letter to the owner of the hall. In you letter, 1. explain your and your friends project 2. ask if it possible to rent the hall and under the what terms 3. state what day and what timings you would like to use the hall You should write at least 150 words. You do NOT to write any addresses. Begin your letters as follows: Dear Sir / Madam,

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The pictures show the changes of a park from 1980 to the present day. write a letter

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You have arranged to rent a new apartment, but will not be able to move in immediately due to some personal difficulties. Write a letter to the apartment owner. In your letter -describe the situation -explain why you won't be able to move in right now -say that you would like to move in at a later date.

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Write a letter to complain about a situation in which some adolescents let their dogs run wildly causing dangerous.

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Write a letter informing the e-commerce online store customer desk about a damaged product you received

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You recently registered for a course and you cannot attend the class for some reasons. Write a letter to your course instructor, and in your letter Introduce yourself. Explain the situation. and say what action you would like to take.

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Your local bookshop has invited members of the public to recommend a guest speaker for an upcoming event that will include a series of talks from well-known people. Write an letter to the bookshop. In your letter • suggest a speaker • say what they would contribute to the event • explain why other people would be interested too

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You have arranged to rent a new apartment, but will not be able to move in immediately due to some personal difficulties. Write a letter to the apartment owner. In your letter • describe the situation • explain why you won't be able to move in right now • say that you would like to move in at a later date

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A museum near you is looking for volunteers. write a letter to apply for the voluntary work

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Your id card has been stolen. Write a letter to the local police station, giving detail. Who are you? What happened? Ask what you should do to get a new id card.

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Education for young people is important in many countries. However, the others think government should spend more money for education in adult population who cannot read and write”. To what extent do you agree or disagree? Give reasons for your answer and include any relevant examples from your own knowledge or experience.

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Modern Communication means that it’s no longer necessary to write letters. To what extent do you agree with this statement?

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You recently subscribed to a new magazine. A representative of the magazine has asked you to give some feedback on their magazine. Write a letter to the romenative of the magazine that includes the following information: details of why you bought the magazine what you liked about the latest edition any improvements you would recommend

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Modern communications mean that it's no longer necessary to write letters. To what extent do you agree or disagree with this statement?

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Last weekend, your cousin celebrated her 50th birthday, but you couldn't attend and you forgot to cancel. Write a letter to your cousin. In your letter: Apologize for missing the birthday celebration Explain why you missed it and why you hadn't let her know Describe how you will make it up to her

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You are going on holiday and have just remembered that your aunt lives in one of the cities you will be visiting. Write a letter to your aunt. In your letter: • Tell her about your holiday plans • Ask if you can stay with her for a portion of the trip • Explain how you will make it up to her

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You were recently impressed by a staff member at a store. Write a letter describing your appreciation. In your letter include: ● What the situation was ● How you were helped ● What you are going to do as a result of this good experience

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You are going on holiday and have just remembered that your aunt lives in one of the cities you will be visiting. Write a letter to your aunt. In your letter: •Tell her about your holiday plans •Ask if you can stay with her for a portion of the trip •Explain how you will make it up to her Write at least 150 words. You do NOT need to write any addresses. Begin your letter as follows: Dear Aunt Sally,

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Last month you had an overseas hoiday with some friends where you stayed at their house. They have just sent you some holiday photos. Write a letter to your friends.

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There is a problem with the road outside of your house. Write a letter to your local councillor. In your letter - Introduce yourself - Explain what the problem is - Tell the councillor what you would like to be done.

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Write a letter to put a check on the garbage conditions in the city

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Write a letter to your teachers. In your letter describe the situation explain why you cannot continue at this time say what action you would like to take You do NOT need to write any addresses. Begin your letter as follows: Dear ................. ,

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You should spend about 40 minutes on this task. Write about the following topic: Modern communications mean that it’s no longer necessary to write letters. To what extent do you agree or disagree with this statement? Give reasons for your answer and include any relevant examples from your own knowledge or experience. Write at least 250 words.

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In your letter: give contact details for when you are away give instructions about how to care for your pet describe other household duties ​ You do NOT need to write any addresses. Begin your letter as follows:

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An annual event was recently held in your area. Now you want to write to the organizers of this event congratulating them on a successful production. Write a letter to the organizers. In your letter, give details of the event mention what you liked the most about the event make a polite criticism of something you thought could be improved

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Your sibling has sent you a letter asking for an update on your life.Write a letter to your sibling.In your letter: Describe what you didi for your last birthday Ask for photos of your siblings last holiday Talk about \write about something you are looking foward.

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You saw an advertisement asking for help with a project focusing on improving environmental protection. Write a letter to project organisers. In your letter – Introduce yourself and say why you are interested to help – Explain how you could contribute to the project – Mention the days and times when you are available.

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1. Write a letter of request for funding from faculty

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You saw a program on TV recently and found it unreasonable for viewers. Write a letter about its quality and content of the material presented. In tour letter Describe what you did not like Make some suggestions Say what you expect from the TV editors to do for you

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You bought a set of speakers from a store recently and discovered that they were not working properly. Write a letter to the store. In your letter, describe the problem with the speakers describe what happened when you returned them to the store explain what action you require

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In your letter, you should: describe what kind of website you want say when you want the site to be done explain how vital the website is to you.

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Last month you had a holiday overseas where you stayed with some friends. They have just sent you some photos of your holiday. Write a letter to your friends. In your letter: thank them for the photos and for the holidays explain why you didn't write earlier invite them to come and stay with you

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You are going on holiday and have just remembered that your aunt lives in one of the cities you will be visiting. Write a letter to your aunt. In your letter: Tell her about your holiday plans Ask if you can stay with her for a portion of the trip Explain how you will make it up to her Write at least 150 words. You do NOT need to write any addresses. Begin your letter as follows: Dear Aunt Sally,

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You have arranged a weekend holiday with a group of friends, but due to your studies you will now be unable to go with them. Write to your friends: -Tell them why you are unable to go. -Say sorry for this. -Suggest an alternative activity at another time.

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you have brought some clothing online and are not satisfied with the purchase. Write a letter to the compagny 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 recently recived a letter from a friends asking for advice about whether to go to college or to try to get a job. You think he/she should get a job. Writing a letter to this friend. Hn your letter . say why he/sshe would not enjoy going to college . explain why getting a job is a good idea for him/her . suggest types of job that would be suitable for him/her

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You use public trasnport and have been facing issues. Write a letter to the public transport autoroties. In your letter include: why public transport is important to you what problem you face suggest what can be done to improve public transport

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You and some friends want to start a weekly dance club and you have found a place that would be suitable to hold your meetings. Write a letter to the owner of the hall. In your letter: explain your and your friends’ project ask if it is possible to rent the hall and under what terms state what day and what times you would like to use the hall.

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Your local TV station is organizing the burial of a ‘time capsule’. Suggestions are being welcomed as to what artefacts should be buried with the capsule to enable future generations to understand more about today’s society. Write an email to the TV station. In your email, suggest at least 3 artefacts, say why they are relevant, and explain why they are also practical suggestions.

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Few people devote time to hobbies nowadays. what is do you think this is the case and what effect this has on the individual and society in general. Give reasons for your answer and include any relevant examples from your own knowledge or experience.

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To achieve personal happiness, the relationships we have with other people (friends, colleagues, family) are more essential than every other thing. Issues like wealth and occupations take the second place. Write to support this claim.

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Last weekend, your cousin celebrated her 50th birthday, but you couldn’t attend and you forgot to cancel. Write a letter to your cousin. In your letter: -Apologize for missing the birthday celebration -Explain why you missed it and why you hadn’t let her know -Describe how you will make it up to her Write at least 150 words. You do NOT need to write any addresses. Begin your letter as follows: Dear _____,

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During a recent plane journey, you sat next to businessman who own a chain of restaurants, and he suggested that you should contact him about possible job in one of his stores. write a letter to this businessman

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write a letter compaining about the expansion of the airport near your home.

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IELTS informal letter sample : Your sibling has sent you a letter asking for an update on your life. Write a letter to your sibling. In your letter: – Describe what you did for your last birthday – Ask for photos of your sibling’s last holiday – Talk about something you are looking forward to

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Last month you had a holiday overseas where you stayed with some friends.They have just sent you some holiday pictures. Write a letter to your friends.In your letter : • thank them for the holiday and the photos • explain why you didn't write earlier • invite them to come and stay with you

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Last month you had an overseas holiday with some friends where you stayed at their house. They have just sent you some holiday photos. Write a letter to your friends, in your letter: •thank them for the holiday and the photos. •explain why you didn’t write earlier. •invite them to come and stay with you.

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Write a letter to the government about the lack of sports facilities in your hometown for people of your age. In your letter, you should tell: • what facilities you want • why you want them • what suggestions you can give

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Finding it hard to remember important facts and figures? Improve your memory in 10 weeks with our Memory Course. Places are limited and the course is available for only a short time. You see the above advertisement for a course designed to help improve your memory. Write a letter to organisers of the course. In the letter: - Give some background information about yourself - Explain your own problems and why you would like to do the course. - enquire about the methods used on the course - enquire about course fees and dates.

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You and some friends want to start a weekly dance club and you have found a hall that would be suitable to hold your meetings. Write a letter to the owner of the hall. In your letter, - explain your and your friends project - ask if it is possible to rent the hall and under what terms - state what day and what times you would like to use the hall YOu should write at least 150 words.

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Few people devote time to hobbies nowadays. Say why you think this is the case and what effect this has on the individual and society in general. Give reasons for your answer and include any relevant examples from your own knowledge or experience.

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Your local museum has asked for feedback on your recent visit. Write to the museum. In your letter •Tell them what you liked and what you didn’t like •Make some suggestions for improvement •Describe some other exhibits you would like to see

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Modern communications mean that it’s no longer necessary to write letters. To what extent do you agree or disagree with this statement? Give reasons for your answer and include any relevant examples from your own knowledge or experience.

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With the increasing use of mobile phones and computers, fewer people are writing letters. Some people think that the traditional skill of writing letters will disappear completely. To what extent do you agree or disagree? What do you think of the importance of letter-writing?

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Last month you had an overseas holiday with some friends were you stayed at their house. They have just send you some holiday photos. Write a letter to your friends, in your letter: Thank them for the holday and the photos Explain why didn't write earlier Invite them to come and stay with you

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Last month you had an overseas holiday with some friends, where you stayed at their house. They have just sent you some holidays photos Write a letter to your friends. In your letter *thank them for the holidays and the photos *explain why you did not write earlier *Invite them to come and stay with you

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You should spend about 20 minutes on this task. Last month you had a holiday overseas where you stayed with some friends. They have just sent you some photos of your holiday. Write a letter to your friends. In your letter: thank them for the photos and for the holiday explain why you didn’t write earlier invite them to come and stay with you Write at least 150 words. You do NOT need to write any address.

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you have won first prize in our competition . The prize is a meal for two at the best restaurants in town. your evening begins at 7:00p.m when we will send a car to collect you and your guest. you will driven to the four Seasons restaurant and served with the delicious three course meal. write a letter in which you: Describe your evening and whyb you enjoyed it (or didn't enjoy it) comment on the quality of the meal and the service at theDear

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Your friends recently moved to a new city. You will also be moving to the same city. Write a letter to your friends and include: - Ask where to find a place to live - Tell them what type of place you’re looking for - Share some fun things you would like to do when you get there Write at least 150 words. You do NOT need to write any addresses

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You and some of your friends want to start a weekly dance club, and you have found a hall that would be suitable to hold your meetings. Write a letter of the hall. In your letter: Explain the dance project Ask if it is possible to rent the hall and under what terms State what day and times you would like to use the hall

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You visited local beach and found out that there is a rubbish problem. In your letter: Describe the problem How it affects people on the beach Suggest what you want to do about them

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Write a letter to a friends who wants to visit your city.

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You should spend about 20 minutes on this task. Write at least 150 words. Your local museum has asked for feedback on your recent visit. Write to the museum. In your letter •Tell them what you liked and what you didn’t like •Make some suggestions for improvement •Describe some other exhibits you would like to see You do NOT need to write any addresses.

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You Are due to give a talk to you through about the danger of smoking, but you cannot now do so. Write a letter to the youth group leader, explain that you cannot come. Apologise for your absence. Suggest a new occasion.

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