IELTS General Writing Task 1 formal Topics/Questions 2025

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This section presents a list of common IELTS General Writing Task 1 formal topics. All these topics were added in 2025 by students who took the IELTS recently. Pick a random topic and start practicing and improving your writing skills.

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You are organising a local committee meeting. You would like a local MP to attend the meeting to contribute to a discussion about green areas in the community. Write a letter of invitation to the MP's secretary, Mrs Shelton. In your letter • introduce your committee • say why you are having the meeting • invite the MP to attend Write about 150 words. You do not need to write addresses. Begin your letter as follows: Dear…

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A building campany is planning to build new house on some land near you live and has asked the people to give their comments. write a letter to the manger of the building company and say how you heard about the plan of the building company - give ypur opinion of the plan -say what you hope the building company will do

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You saw an advert in the newspaper asking for volunteers to help run a charity event Write a letter of application to the organizers. In your letter: Explain why you are interested in helping Give details of suitable experience suggest ways you might help with the event.

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Your employer has recently allowed some employees to work remotely from home. You would also like to work from home. Write a letter to the HR manager for permission to work from home for the next six months. In your letter, mention why you are writing explain why you would like to work from home say how this can benefit you and the company Write at least 150 words. You do NOT need to write any addresses.

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You were hurt in a minor accident inside a supermarket and you wish to complain to the supermarket authority about that. Write a letter to the manager of the supermarket. In your letter Say who you are Give details about the accident Suggest how the supermarket could prevent similar accidents

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You recently read about a volunteer opportunity overseas. Write a letter to the head of the organisation. In your letter: discuss what you know about the programme · explain why you are interested in the opportunity describe what skills you would bring to the position ( 195 )

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You have seen an advertisiment in an Australian magazine for someone to live with a family for six months and look for their six-year-old child. Write a letter to the parnets. In your letter -Explain why you would like the job -Give details of why you would be a suitable person to employ -Say how you would spend your free time while you are in Australia

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You work a part-time job in a company, and the company posted an advert seeking a person for a full-time position. Write a letter to your manager requesting to apply for the advertised position. In your letter say – Why do you want to apply? – What are your future goals? – Why would it be beneficial for the company?

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You and some friends ate a meal at restaurant to celebrate a special occasion , and you very pleased with the food and services . Write a letter to the restaurant manager .

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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 visited a restaurant and enjoyed the food and service. Write a letter of appreciation. Bullet points: Describe your visit Say what you liked Express your gratitude

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You should spend about 20 minutes on this task. You recently made a journey by train. When you got on the train, you realised you had left a bag on the platform. 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 Write at least 150 words. You do NOT need to write any addresses. Begin your letter as follows:

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You have been invited to attend an interview for a place on a course of study at a college. Unfortunately, because of a previous appointment, you cannot go to the interview at the time they wish. Write a letter to the admissions tutor. In your letter explain why you cannot keep the appointment apologise and offer to arrange a new appointment ask how long the interview will be, and whether there will be any tests during it

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

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A cafe near your home puts some chairs and tables on the pavement for customers. This creates a problem for you. Write a letter to the cafe manager to complain about this matter. In your letter •describe the problem; •explain how it affects you; •say what you will do if this matter is not resolved.

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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

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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 work for an international company, and you 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 your work could be done while you are away - Ask for her/his help in arranging

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Your workplace requires an interpreter to translate from one language to another during meetings. Write a letter to your manager. In your letter recommend someone to act as an interpreter; explain why the person is qualified for that role; say how the person can be contacted.

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You want to book a hotel that one of your friends recommended to you for a family holiday at the seaside. Write a letter to the hotel manager to make arrangements. In your letter, ➡️explain what accommodation you require and when you want to stay ➡️ask what will be included in the price ➡️enquire about activities and places of interest near the hotel

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You are looking for a part-time job at a football club. Write a letter to the manager of the football club. In your letter, introduce yourself explain what experience and special skills you have tell him/her when you think you could start

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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

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You eat at your college canteen every time. You think it needs some improvements. Write a letter to the principal. Discuss what you like about the canteen What you do not like about it Suggest improvements

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

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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.

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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. what you enjoyed about the course say how much cooking you've done since the course Suggest another cookery course you'd like the school to offer

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You recently notice a local restaurant that was offering a part-time Job. Write a letter to the restaurant’s manager. •Explain that you would like to apply for the job •Give some details of any relevant experience that you have •Specify the days and times that would suit you.

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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 When you are going to leave

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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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Your family is going to move to another town. Write a letter to the Principal of a local school asking if they will accept your son. Describe his academic achievements and scope of interests

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APPLICATION LETTER TOPIC . You recently noticed a local restaurant that was offering a part-time job. Write a letter to the restaurant’s manager. In your letter, – explain that you would like to apply for the job – give some details of any relevant experience that you have – specify the days and times that would suit you

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You are moving to a new city and need a place to live. Write a letter to a real estate agent in the city. In your letter: explain why you are moving to the city describe the type of accommodation you are looking for mention your budget and any specific requirements you have.

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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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The system used for rubbish/garbage collection in your local area is not working properly. This is causing problems for you and your neighbors. Write a letter to the local council. In your letter • Describe how the rubbish collection system is not working properly • Explain how this is affecting you and your neighbors • Suggest what should be done about the problem

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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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Write a letter to a company asking for a refund for something you bought from them online. In your letter include: what you bought what the problem is why you want a refund write 150 words atleast in 20 minutes.

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Recently, you saw an article in the newspaper/journal about a city or town. you know andsome of the information in the article was incorrect. write a letter to the editor regarding this: How you know about this city/town What information was incorrect what the editor should do about this.

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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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Write a letter to the manager of your local bus service. They have recently made some changes to the bus services which created inconveniences for you. In your letter, explain: Q) What are the changes? Q) What are the problems you are facing? Q) What part of the service would you like to change?

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Write a letter to your manager to nominate a person for the best employee of the year award. Explain in your letter:  Who this person is  Why you choose him/her  What the characteristics of the good employee are

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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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You have bought clothes from a shop in a different city, and one garmen turned out to be defective. Write a letter to the manager of the store an explain What did you buy there? What defect did you find? How would you like to solve this issue?

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Mrs Barrett,An english speaking woman who lives in your town, has advertised for someone to help her in her home for a few hours in a day next summer.Write a letter to mirs Barrett suggest how could you help her in her work. say why you like to do this job. when you will and not be will avaible.

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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. ady fo 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 bought a new HD television last week. At first it seemed to work perfectly but after a few hours a line appeared accross the TV and the sound seemed a little strange. You cannot take the TV back to the shop so you devide to write to them. Write a letter of complaint to the shop. In your letter: - give them the background information - described the problem - ask them to resolve the issue.

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

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You have recently bought a Telephone with answer machine from an online shop. The web page said that the answer machine shows you a list of who left a message so you can choose which to play first. But after taking it home you find out that only the most recent call is kept in the calls list. Write an e-mail letter to the store manager. In your e-mail: • say who you are • explain the problem • say what action you would like the store to take

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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

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Q. 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, 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 recently flew with an airline and had a problem with the food on the plane. Write a letter to the company. In your letter · give the details of the flight · explain what the problem with the food was · say what the airline should do about it. Write at least 150 words. You do NOT need to write any addresses.

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You are going on a short training course at a college in Greenmount, Northern Ireland. You need somewhere to live while you are there. Write a letter to the accommodation officer at the college. In your letter: • explain your situation • describe the accommodation you require • say when you will need it

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You want to join a local sports club but you would like some more information before joining. write a letter to the manager of the sport club. In your letter, say how you found out about this sport club, give details of an activity you want to do, ask some questions about the club.

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You and your friend ate a meal at a restaurant to celebrate a special ocassion and you were very pleased with the food and service. Write a letter to the manager of the restaurant. In you letter *Give details of your visit to the restaurant *Explain the reason for the celebration *Say what was good about the food and the service.

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You are working for a company. You need to take sometime off and want to ask your manager about this. write a letter to your manager Explain why you want to take time off 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 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 manage should do to improve the food in future

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You are going on a short training course at a collage in Greenmount, Northern Ireland. You need somewhere to live while you are there. Write a letter to the accommodation officer at the college. In your letter, explain your situation describe the accommodation you require say when you will need it

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You should spend about 15 minutes on this task. There have been several complaints about the reception area where visitors to your company arrive. Your manager has asked you to suggest how the reception area could be improved. Write a letter to your manager. In your letter, describe the complaints that have been made say why the reception area is important suggest how the reception area could be improved Write at least 150 words.

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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

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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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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 Siri what happened because of the problem Explain what you would like the company to do

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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

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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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The system used for rubbish/garbage collection in your local area is not working properly. This is causing problems for you and your neighbours. Write a letter to the local council. In your letter •Describe how the rubbish collection system is not working properly. •Explain how this is affecting you and your neighbours. •Suggest what should be done about the problem.

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You and your friends ate a meal at a restaurant to celebrate a special occasion, and you were extremely dissatisfied with the experience. Write a letter to the restaurant manager. In your letter: · Explain the reason for the celebration · Give details of your visit to the restaurant · Say what you would like the restaurant to do 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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There are plans to make your local airport bigger and increase the number of flights. You live near the airport. Write a letter to your local council. In your letter say where you live describe the problem say why you do not want the development to take place

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Write a letter to an airline manager regarding your bad experience on a recent flight. Pease say - Where and when did you fly? - What happened on the flight? - Give a suggestion how this issue could be resolved or prevented.

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A resturant near your house is making a lot of noise. You called the manger but no action was taken. Write a letter to the manager. In your letter: *Introduce yourself *Describe the problems you are facing because of this *suggest solutions

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You experienced a problem while visiting a store in your neighborhood. Write a letter to the manager of the store. In your letter: Describe the problem Explain why this problem has upset you State what you want to happen as a result of your letter 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 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 study. 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 study • say what kind of accommodation you would prefer

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The manager of your company Wants to advertise the company on the radio . He/she has asked you to write for a radio station about this . Write a letter to the advertising director of the radio station . In your letter :- 1. Describe your company’s products and/or services . 2. Explain why your company wants to advertise on this radio station . 3. ⁠ ask some questions about advertising on this radio station . (150 words )

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You have just returned from holiday and were not satisfied with your trip. Write to the travel agency. In your letter •Say where / when you went on holiday •Explain why you are not satisfied with your holiday •Tell them what you would like them to do

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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 detail of the purchase -Describe the problem -Explain why you need a replacement urgently.

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You have a full time job and also doing part time evening course, You now find that you can not continue the course. Write a letter to your tutor. -Describe the situation. -Explain why you can not continue at this time. -Say what action you would like to take.

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You have recently read an article in the newspaper about someone you know personally. You found that some information is wrong. Write a letter to the editor to inform him about it. In your letter, write: what the article is about what the error is what you expect the editor to do

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You have just bought a new mobile phone from a website on the internet. When it was delivered, the phone was faulty. Write a letter to the company. In the letter: introduce yourself explain the situation state what action you want to be taken

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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 recently stayed at a hotel and found the service unsatisfactory. Write a letter to the hotel manager. In your letter: Explain the problem with the service. Describe how this affected your stay. Suggest what you would like the hotel to do as compensation

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You want to rent out a small apartment to a family, and you have decided to advertise it. 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 have recently taken a two day course .write to give your feedback to the course organiser and say Guve details of the course What did like or dislike about it Suggest more improvement to the course

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TASK-1 You have recently noticed that your work computer is getting too slow and out-of-date. Write a letter to your manager. In your letter -explain the problems with your computer -give some examples of how this has affected your work -make some suggestions for what can be done to help adress this issue

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You have a problem with the computer at the office which has affected your work Write a letter to your manager and say What problem do you have What difficulties does this create for you What could be done about it.

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You have seen an advertisement for the post of Quality Assurance Manager at a factory. You want to apply for this job. Write a letter to the employer. In your letter: - talk about your educational background - describe your work experience and explain why you would be suitable for the job - explain why you want to work for that company.

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You 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 - correction 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 work at home and have a problem with a piece of equipment that you use for your job. Write a letter to the shop or the company which supplied the equipment. In your letter  Describe the problem with the equipment  Explain how this problem is affecting your work  Say what you want the shop or company to do

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You have recently been appreciated by a client. Write a letter to your manager. In your letter Describe the appreciation you have received. Describe the work you have done. Ask him for a raise.

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General Training Writing Task 1 Your loval hospital has advertised for people to do unpaid work for helping at the hospital. You would like to do some work at the hospital in your free time. Write a letter to the hospital. In your lettr: - Explain why you would like to do unpaid work at the hospital - say what type of unpaid work you would be able to do - give detais of when you would be availble for this work Write at least 150 words

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Two weeks ago you bought a radio from a local branch of a well-known chain of shops. It did not work properly. The shop took it back and said they would repair it. You have waited a week and it is still not ready. Write a letter to the shop. In your letter say what has happened and how you feel ask them to explain why there has been a delay ask them to repair the radio very quickly or to supply you with a new radio.

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You have heard that the local authority is planning to build a shopping mall in the centre of your town. You do not agree with this decision because there are already a lot of shops. Write a letter to the planning department. In your letter -say why you are writing -give reasons for your objections -explain what you think would be a better alternativear

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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

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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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A road near your home is damaged. Please write your town/city council to complain about it. In your letter •tell them who you are and where you live; •explain the nature of your complaint; • say what you would like them to do about it.

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You forgot an item of clothing at the hotel where you stayed recently. Write a letter to the hotel manager and include the following: – When did you stay and in what room? – Describe the item you left behind. – What would you like the manager to do about it?

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You recently read an article in a newspaper about your childhood friend with whom you have lost contact for a long time. Write a letter to the editor. In your letter: Say which edition and when did the article appear Explain why you lost contact with your friend Say how you want them to help you to get back in touch

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You stayed in a hotel for some days in an overseas country. You have forgotten some things in the hotel room after checkout.

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

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You are planning a trip for you and a group of friends to a resort in a foreinn country. Write a letter to the manager of the resort requesting more information. Your letter should include When you hope to be staying at the resort Ask for suggestions on activities to do Ask for advice on places to eat for both vegetarian and family friendly places

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You had an appointment with the bank and now you realized that you can't make it for that .write a letter to the manager -Give details about your appointment and dates. -Explain the reason why you cannot make it. -Ask for other dates.

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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 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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You need to organize an office event in a community center.Write a letter to the center. In your letter request you to provide the following information to us

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You have a full-time job and are also doing a part-time evening course. You know find that you cannot continue the course. Write the letter to the course tutor. In your letter: -Describe your situation -Explain why you cannot continue at this time -Say what action you would like to do

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