IELTS General Writing Task 1 Topics April & May 2026

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Take a look at some of the latest IELTS General task 1 questions that have been seen on recent exams. The letter topics were reported by IELTS student in 2026. These questions could be repeated from previous months. Keep in mind that the provided questions are not predictions.

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You are experiencing financial problems and want to ask your landlord if you can pay your rent late. Write a letter to your landlord. In your letter explain: Why you are writing to him Why you cannot pay the rent When you will pay the rent.

You are selling your TV and you think your friend might be interested in buying it. Write a letter to your friend. In your letter, you must write: 1.Why are you selling the TV 2.The specifications and price that you are quoting 3.Invite him/her over to your place so they can decide to buy the TV from you.

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

A friend of yours is coming to stay at your house for a week while you are away on holiday. They have not stayed at your house before. Write a letter to your friend so that you can prepare them for their stay. In your letter: Remind him/her about your holiday dates Tell him/her what tasks need to be done in your house Explain what he/she can do during the day in your town

You were doing a short course in another country. Suddenly, you had to leave the country and return to your home country. Write a letter to your teacher. In your letter: 1. Express your gratitude 2. Explain why you had to leave the course early 3. Describe what part of the course you enjoyed the most

You booked a tour package for your family through a travel agent. You had enjoyed the tour very much. Write a letter to the travel agent to thank them. In your letter: Mention the tour you took Describe the things about the tour you & your family liked the best Also, suggest any improvements to make things better

You had borrowed a book from the public library however, when You reached home, you found that some important pages were torn away. Write a letter to the librarian explaining the situation. You should - Mention the book - Mention the pages - Suggest what can be done.

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:

You study at a university and often use the university library. The library closes very early in the evening and you are not able to stay there and study. Write a letter to the Manager of the library. In the letter, Describe who you are and the details of your university course Explain the problem at the library Suggest what you think the Manager should do

You have recently noticed and increase in traffic in your residential area. Write a letter to the responsible person at the local council to inform him about the problem and say - Introduce yourself and describe the problem - What are the reasons for the traffic in your view - Suggest a solution to the problem.

A local college is having an international day. You want to speak about your country to students from different cultures. Write a letter to the college head. In your letter: Tell him/her about the topics that you are going to talk about Explain why would they be of interest to the students Ask about any arrangements that you need to make to give the talk

Write a letter to the singer. In your letter: -say how you feel about his/her performance -give details of your music related activities -explain how you would like him/her to help you with your music-related activities

Writing Task 1 you have bought some clothing online and are not satisfied with your purchase. Write a letter to the company that you bought the clothing from. In your email -> give details of the purchase -> Describe the problem -> Explain why you need a replacement urgently Write at least 150 words. You do NOT need to write any addresses. Begin your letter as follows: Dear Sir or Madam,

Your car insurance company has told you that they are going to increase the amount you have to pay in insurance for your car each month. You are not happy about this. Write a letter to your insurance company. In your letter explain Why you are writing to them Why you think the insurance should not be increased What you want them to

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

You live near a public school. The school asked residents to help maintain the school building and playground. Write a letter to the principal. Explain why would you like to help. Tell them how you can help. Let them know when you are available.

You are having a party and want to invite your friend from a different city. Write a letter to your friend. In your letter: Describe why you are having the party Give directions on how to get to the venue Suggest how you can accommodate him/her You do NOT need to write any addresses.

Write a letter to a friend expressing your interest to seek employment in a different country. Your letter should include: – Why you want to work in a different country – What type of work you will be looking for – Questions you have about working in a different country that your friend may be able to answer

You have recently moved to a different house. Write a letter to an English-speaking frined. In your letter -explain why you have moved -describe the new house -invite your friend to come and visit

Write a letter to a colleague who gave you a book that helped you for presentation at work. Describe the presentation Why was it important? How did it help you?

You have recently started working in a new company. Write a letter to your English Speaking friend. In you letter • Explain why you changed jobs • Describe your new job • Tell him/her your other news

You are planning a 2-day work training outside your city next month. Write a letter to the manager of the hotel regarding accommodation arrangement for your visit. In your letter, you should tell: introduce yourself and your company ask availability of their rooms tell him/her that your every arrangement and needs

You have decided to leave your current job due to some reason. Write a letter to your manager. In your letter, tell him about the decision and mention the reason for it describe what you have learnt in the job request for a recommendation letter and experience letter

It is as important to teach children to protect the environment as it is to teach them to read and write. To what extent do you agree with this statement? Give reasons for your answers and include any relevant examples from your own knowledge or experience.

You have just moved into a new home and are planning to hold a party. You are worried that the noise may disturb your neighbour. Write a letter to yur neighbour. In your letter introduce yourself describe your plans for the party invite your neigbhour to come

You are studying a short course in another country. Your accommodation was arranged by the course provider. But there is a major problem with the accommodation. Write a letter to the course provider.

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

Write a letter to a cinema manager you have previously been to regarding a problem you had. In your letter mention Which the movie was and when you saw it - What the problem was What the manager should do to rectify the problem

You work in a busy but poorly organized 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 live in a block of flats, your neighbour makes a lot of noise which has caused problems for you. Write a letter to your landlord. In your letter, you should: • explain the situation • tell him/her how you are affected by this • Suggest what you want the landlord to do.

During a recent plane journey, you sat next to a businessman who owns a chain of restaurants. You talked to him and he suggested that you should contact him about a possible job in one of his restaurants. Write a letter to this businessman. In your letter, remind him when and where you met tell him what kind of job you are interested in say why you think you would be suitable for the job

Write a letter to your friend inviting Him /her to a music concert. Please say. -Where and when does the concert start? - What type of music will be played there? Why do you think your friend will enjoy it

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

A friend told you recently that he/she had gone to an excellent restaurant. You wonder if this restaurant will be suitable for your birthday party next week. Write a letter to your friend. In your letter tell your friend about your planned party ask what the restaurant is called and for directions to get there ask what kind of food it serves and if your friend has any particular recommendations from the menu

You are organizing a conference for your company. Write a letter to a colleague asking him/her to give a presentation during the conference. -Describe what this conference is about -Why you want him/her to give a presentation -Give details about the conference

You are planning a business trip to another city. You will have some free time to do some sight seeing while you are there. Write a letter to a friend who lives in the city you will visit. In your letter explain the purpose of the trip ask about things to do and see in the city invite your friend to do something with you during your visit

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.

Your Next Door neighbor often listens to loud music late at night. Because of the loud music , you often have problems sleeping. Write a letter to the authority of the building. In your letter Describe the situation Explain the problems it is causing you. Propose a solution to the problem

You have seen an advertisement in an English newspaper for a job working in the City Museum shop during the holidays. Write a letter to the director of the Museum

Recently your employer offered some employees to do some work directly from home.Write a letter to your manger 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.

You recently went to a restaurant but think you could have left your credit card behind. Write to the restaurant. In your letter Tell them when you went there Describe where you think you may have left the credit card Explain what you would like the restaurant to do

There have been some problems with the bus servicing, 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

Your company sent you to complete a course in another country. You have lost the certificate received at the end of the course. Write a letter to the principal of the college where you took the course. In your letter, you should tell: how you lost the certificate why you need it now what you want the principal to do.

There have been several complaints about the reception area where visitors to the company arrive. The manager has asked for suggestions on how the reception area could be improved Please write a letter to our manager. In the letter • Describe the complaints • Say why the reception area is important • Suggest how the reception area could be improved

You want to sell your laptop. You think a friend of yours might like to to buy it from you. Write a letter to your friend. In your letter: Explain why you are selling the laptop Discribe the laptop Suggest a date when your friend can come and see it

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 describe your suitability for this area of work say when you can attend an interview You should spend about 20 minutes on this task. You should write at least 150 words.

You have seen an advertisement from a couple, who live in Australia, for someone to teach their two children your language for a year. Write a letter to the couple. In your letter explain why you think you would be suitable for the job say what else you could do for the family give your reasons for wanting the job

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.

Write a letter to the transport officer about a problem with transportation system in your area please say Describe the situation you are facing Why do you consider it a problem? What changes would you like to recommend?

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

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