IELTS General Writing Task 1 informal Topics/Questions 2026

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This section presents a list of common IELTS General Writing Task 1 informal 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 stayed at your friend’s house when you attended a conference in Australia. Unfortunately, you left a large envelope with some important documents in your room. Write a letter to your friend. In the letter: · thank your friend for the stay · describe where you left the envelope · ask him/her to return it to you by post Write at least 150 words in an appropriate style and format.

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Your friend has asked for your help to find a music teacher for their child. You know someone who can teach their child music. Write an email to your friend. In your email, explain why he/she is suitable explain his/her background related to music and teaching music explain how they can get in touch Write at least 150 words. You do NOT need to write any addresses. Begin your letter as follows: Dear …………………..,

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You are planning to organise your high school class reunion. For that, write a letter to your friend to invite him/her to the reunion. You should include the following in your letter: • when and where the party is • give some details about what is going to happen at the party • tell him/her what you have been doing recently

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One of your friends has asked you to be a partner in his new business. Write a letter to your friend. In your letter: Give your opinion of your friend's business idea Tell him whether or not you have decided to accept the offer Explain your reasons for this decision You do NOT need to write any addresses. Begin your letter as follows: Dear Mark,

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A friend has agreed to look after your house and pet while you are on holiday. Write a letter to your friend. In your letter: •give contact details for when you are away •give instructions on how to care for your pet •describe other household duties

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You are going to have a party. You would like to invite a friend who lives in a city that is a long way from your home. Write a letter to your friend. In your letter: explain why you are having the party Describe your plans for the party Suggest how your friend can travel to the party and where he/she can stay

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One of your friends invited you for a meal with his/ her family in their home. Write a letter to your friend Thank him and tell them what you have enjoyed the most How do you feel about his/her family Suggest him/her to visit you

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You have recently started work in a new company. Write a letter to an English speaking friend. In your letter: explain why you changed jobs; describe your new job; tell him/her your other news.

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You have just spent a week with a friend on holiday. When you got home, you realized you had left your wallet there. Write a letter to your friend. In your letter: •thank your friend for the holiday •explain that you left your wallet in their house •give them instructions of how to send it back to you

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You have recently started work in a new company. Write a letter to an English-speaking friend. In your letter, explain why you have changed your job describe your new job tell him/her your other news

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You had some photos of your family taken by a professional photographer. Write a letter to the photographer. In your letter: Say that you liked their photos of your family Ask them to be your photographer at a special family event Give them the details of the event.

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Instructions Read the question below and write a letter. You should spend about 20 minutes on this task. Write at least 150 words. You recently stayed with a childhood friend for a few days. Write a letter to this friend. In your letter: Thank your friend for letting you stay with them. refer to something enjoyable that you did while staying with him/her invite your friend to visit you

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A friend from overseas is planning to visit you soon. Write a letter to your friend. In your letter: Explain why you are looking forward to the visit Describe the accommodations you have available for your friend Suggest some things to do during the visit.

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There is a public event coming up in your town. Write a letter to your friend who you think would be interested to take part in it.

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You should spend about 20 minutes on this task You have seen an advertisement in an Australian magazine for someone to live with a family for six months and look after their six- year-old child. Write a letter to the parents. 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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A friend from another country is moving to your city for work. He / she has asked you for advice about living in your city. Write a letter to your friend. In your letter • suggest an interesting part of the city to live in • describe the public transport in your city • say how your friend can meet new people there

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You had borrowed money from your friend when you were facing some financial problems and forgot to pay it back. Write a letter to your friend, and in your letter:  ● apologize for being late in returning the money ● explain what happened *say how you are going to fix the issue now

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A friend of your is thinking of going on a camping holiday for the first time this summer.He/she has a ask for your advice. write a letter to your friend,In your letter . explain why you think your friend would enjoy a camping holiday . describe some possible disadvantages . say whether you would like to go camping with your friend this summer

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You should spend about 20 minutes on this task. A friend of yours is thinking of going on a camping holiday for the first time this summer. He/She has asked for your advice. Write a letter to your friend. In your letter • explain why you think your friend would enjoy a camping holiday • describe some possible disadvantages • say whether you would like to go camping with your friend this summer

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Your friend helped you prepare for an exam, and you have passed it. Write a letter to your friend. In your letter, Thank your friend. Explain how your friend’s help was useful to pass the exam. Arrange to meet up with your friend sometime soon. Begin your letter as follows: Dear _____,

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You are going to another country to study.you would like to do a part-time job while you are studying,so you want to ask a friend who lives there for some help. Write a letter to this friend.In your letter Give details of your study plan Explain why you want to get a part time job Suggest hownyour frined could help you find a job.

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You have recently started attending hobby classes in your city. Your mother in your hometown wants to know about it. Write a letter to your mother. In the letter, mention: •What class are you taking? •How do you like it? •How long will you take the classes?

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You have recently migrated to another country. Now write a letter to your friend to describe your present life. In your letter, say: when you have moved to this country why you chose this country how things are now for you

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Your parents will be celebrating their 40th anniversary next month. You are planning a big celebration, but you are not sure how to make the occasion really memorable. Write to your best friend, Joan, who is a professional event planner. In your letter: •explain why the occasion is special •ask for her assistance • set up a time to meet at your friend's convenience to discuss your plans Begin your letter as follows: Dear Joan, You should write at least 150 words. You should spend about 20 minutes on this task.

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A friend of your is thinking about applying for the same course that you did at university. He/she has asked for your advice about studying this subject. Write a letter to your friend. In your letter *give details of the course you took at the university *explain why you recommend the university *give some advice about how to apply

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An English-speaking friend of yours has written to you to ask you how your studies are going. Write a letter to this friend. In your letter, tell your friend how you are preparing for the exam tell him/her how you feel about it tell him your expectations

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A friend of yours recently gave you a nice birthday present. Write a letter to your friend. In your letter, – thank her for the present and say why you particularly like it – describe some other presents that you received – explain some of the things you did on your birthday. You should 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 offered a job that will require you to move to a city that you have never visited before. You have a friend who lives there. Write a letter to your friend. In your letter a -Explain your situation b- Say why you feel unsure about living in the city c-ask some questions about life in the city

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One Of Your Friends Recently Had A Birthday Celebration, But You Missed It And You Forgot To Tell Your Friend That You Couldn’t Attend. Write A Letter To Your Friend. In Your Letter: – Explain Why You Missed It – Explain Why You Didn’t Tell Your Friend – And Say What You Would Like To Do To Show That You Are Sorry

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Your English-speaking friend who lives in your town has asked for your advice about learning a new sport. Write an email to your friend. In your email •Recommend a new sport that would be suitable for your friend to learn •Explain how your friend could learn this sport •Suggest that you both learn this sport together 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 seen a job advertisement in some newspaper. Write a letter to your friend asking him to consider this job. Please say: - Where have you seen the ad? - What is the job description? - Why do you think, he is a suitable candidate for it?

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Your friend invited you to his/her birthday, but you are unable to attend. Write a letter to your friend. In your letter explain why you cannot go explain why you didn’t contact him/hear sooner suggest another time and place to meet

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Your sister has asked you to organize the music for her wedding at the end of next month. Write a letter to your friend who is an amateur musician. In your letter ● ask your friend to perform at the wedding ● describe why he/she would be suitable for this event ● explain how your friend will be compensated if they agree.

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Your photograph recently won a photography competition and will be shown in an exhibition. Write a letter to your friend. In your letter •describe the photograph you sent to the competition •tell him/her about the exhibition where your photo will be shown •invite him/her to the exhibition

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You are planning to visit another city and your friend knows some people who live there and has suggested you contact them. Write to these people. In your letter • enquire about good restaurants suitable for a budget traveller • enquire about places of interest to visit during your trip • suggest that you meet during your stay

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You have unexpectedly come into a large sum of money and you want to share this good news with your friend. Write a letter to your friend. In your letter ● explain where the money came from ● say what you intend to do with the money ● invite your friend to celebrate your good fortune.

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A friend you met last year has invited you to visit him /her in his/her country.you have never been there before and you need some inform before you leave. Write a letter to the friend . In the letter : Request advise about the gift for his or her family ask about activities and clothing in his/her country Find out about the food

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You are going away to travel for the summer. A friend will be looking after your house while you are away. Write a letter your friend. In your letter: Say where you are going Describe your house Explain some of the things your friend must do to look after your house •You should write at least 150 words. •You do NOT need to write your own address.

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Your friend has been offered a place on a course at the university where you studied. He/she would like your advice about finding a place to live. Writr an letter to your friend. In your letter Describe where you would lived when you were a student at the university. Recommend the best what from him/her to look accommodation. Warn him/her of mistakes students make when choosing accommodation.

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A friend wants to spend a two-week holiday in your city and has written asking for information and advice. Write a letter to your friend. In your letter, offer to find somewhere to stay give advice about what to do give information about what clothes to bring

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You recently received a letter from a friend asking for advice about whether to go to college or to try to get a job. You think he/she should get a job. Write a letter to this friend. In your letter • say why he/she 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 Write at least 150 words. You do NOT neer to write any addresses. Begin your letter ad follows

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A friend of yours is thinking about applying for the same course that you did at university. He/she has asked for your advice about studying this subject. Write a letter to your friend. Give detail of the course you took at the University. Explain why you recommend the university. Give some advice about how to apply.

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Write a letter to the parents. 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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Write a letter to your friend. In your letter: • say why a driving licence is advantageous • recommend a driving school • give any extra guidance/tips

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You should spend about 20 minutes on this task. A friend has agreed to look after your house and pet while you are on holiday. Write a letter to your friend. In your letter: • Give contact details for when you are away • Give instructions about how to care for your pet • Describe other household duties

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A friend from another country is moving to your city for work. He/she has asked you for advice about living in your city. Write a letter to your friend. In your letter: * suggest an interesting part of the city to live in * describe the public transport in your city * say how your friend can meet new people there Write at least 150 words. You do NOT need to write any addresses. Begin your letter as follows: Dear ______________,

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Write a letter to your friend to ask him/her to develop a website for your business. In your letter – Give a brief description of the business – Mention what you’d like to be there on the website – Provide some ideas on use of images on the web site.

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One of your friend has asked you for a reference letter for the job as Sports instructor. Write a reference letter to Manager of the Sporting facility reccomending your friend. In your letter include What is your name and how do you know him/her What skills does your friend have Why he/she is suitable candidate for the position

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your English-speaking friend who lives in your town has asked for your advice about learning a new sport Write an email to your friend. In your email -Recommend a new sport that would be suitable for your friend to learn -Explain how your friend could learn this sport -Suggest that you both learn this sport together 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 won two tickets to a concert and want to invite your friend to go with you. Write a letter to your friend. In the letter:give details about the concertdescribe how you won the ticketsexplain why you’ve chosen your friend to go with you.

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Last year you went on a holiday with your family. A friend has contacted you about the holiday and asked whether you would recommend it. Write a letter to your friend. In your letter say where you went and how you travelled describe the place and the accommodation suggest why your friend should or should not go on this holiday Write at least 150 words. You do NOT need to write any addresses. Begin your letter as follows: Dear…

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Write a letter to your friend who is starting an import/export business and asked you for recommendation for a product from your own country. In the letter, you should: - what the product will be - from which region of your country where it came from - why it is a good product to export.

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

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ou have recently moved to a different city. Write a letter to your friend. In your letter: - Explain why you decided to move to a different city -Describe the new city and accommodation -Ask your friend to arrange a visit

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You are going on a business trip for few days and have arranged to leave your children with a friend who will look after them. Write a letter to your friend including -tell your friend what kind of food your children like and dislike. - give details of activity your children enjoy. - Suggest arrangements for collecting your children after your trip

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You have seen an advertisement in an Australian magazine for someone to live with a family for six months and look after their six- year-old child. Write a letter to the parents. 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 Write at least 150 words. You do NOT need write any addresses. Begin your letter as follows: Dear Sir or Madam,

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You have a friend who lives abroad. You have decided to apply for a course at one of the colleges in his city. Write to your friend explaining Tell them about the college and the course and why you want to do it. Ask for their help to find accommodation if you get admission to the course.

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You have a pen friend living abroad. He is interested to learn about the major news items in your country. Briefly describe any piece of news that is being broadcast on TV and reasons why you are interested to share this news with him. In your letter •say how you feel when you receive the letter •mention why the incident in question is important for you and your countrymen • give regards to her parents

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You recently borrowed something from a friend. Unfortunately, the item has become damaged. Write a letter to this friend. In your letter remind your friend that you borrowed something from him/her explain how the item became damaged suggest how you can resolve the issue of the damaged item

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You recently received an invitation to a dinner party at your friend’s house. Write a letter to accept the invitation. In your letter: explain why you are accepting the invitation describe why you are looking forward to the dinner party offer to bring a dish to share You do NOT need to write any addresses.

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Write a letter to your friend who wants to visit your hometown. In your letter say • When is the best time to visit • Recommend someplace to stay • Invite her/him to your house

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You have just spent a week with a friend on holiday. When you got home, you realized you had left your wallet there. Write a letter to your friend. In your letter, • Thank your friend for the holiday’ • Explain that you left your wallet in their house • Give them instruction how to send it back to you

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You are interested in enrolling in a cooking class at a local college and would like a friend to come with you. Write a letter to your friend. In your letter say where and when the class will be held give reasons why you think your friend might be interested suggest a time and place to meet to discuss the idea

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You have seen an advertisement in an Australian magazine for someone to live with a family for six months and look after their six- year-old child. Write a letter to the parents. 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 have rented a house by a lake for the summer. Write a letter to a friend. In your letter •describe the house •describe how you are spending your time there • invite your friend to come and visit Begin your letter as follows: Dear………..

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Your colleague has invited you to his farewell party. You will not be able to attend the party, write a letter to the friend. Explain the situation, Say why you will not be attending, Say something about the period you have worked together and his/her work.

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You have spent a month with your friend who lives in other country. Returning home you haven’t found your disc with photos from your holiday. Write a letter to your friend. In your letter: • Thanks him for the holiday; • Explain that you have lost the disc with photos; • Give instructions of how to send you the photos. Write at least 150 words. You do NOT need to write any addresses. Begin your letter as follows: Dear ....,

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You are planning to go to a music concert in your town and would like a friend to accompany you. write a letter to invite your friend to concert you are planning to go. In your letter say what the contant of music concert is where and when the music concert is why do you think your friend should go to concert

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An overseas friend wants to visit your country on holiday. Write a letter to your friend. In your letter •Recommend the best time of year to visit and why •Describe the types of accommodation your friend could choose •Say what you would like to show your friend in your country

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Your friend is planning to go on a business trip to a city you know well. Write a letter to your friend. In your letter – tell him/her about some attractions to go sightseeing – recommend a restaurant to eat – give some advice on transportation

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You have recently moved to a new neighborhood. Write a letter to a friend about your new neighborhood. In your letter: Describe the new neighborhood Explain why you moved there Talk about your neighbors Write at least 150 words. You do NOT need to write any addresses. Begin your letter as follows:

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Your colleague has invited you to his farewell party. You will not be able to attend the party, write a letter to the friend. - Explain the situation - Say why you will not be attending -Say something about the period you have worked together and his/her work.

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Your English-speaking friend who lives in your town has asked for your advice about learning a new sport. Write an letter to your friend. In your letter Recommend a new sport that would be suitable for your friend to learn Explain how your firend could learn this sport Suggest that you both learn this sport together

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you stayed at your friend's house when ypu participated in a business seminar in Australia. you left a life with important documents in your room. write a letter to a friend , describe the file and ask him to return it by post.

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The company you work for has got some work, which they need help with. Write a letter to your friend and say: - Why he/she should do this work - The job description And how he/she can apply for the job.

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Cam15- A friend of yours is thinking about applying for the same course that you did at university. He/she has asked for your advice about studying this subject. Write a letter to your friend. In your letter, • give details of the course you took at the university • explain why you recommend the university • give some advice about how to apply

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You are about to go on vacation for a month. A friend from another town will come and stay in your apartment. Write a letter to this freind. In your letter . Explain where your freind can get the key to the apartment. Give your friend some instructions about using your apartment. Recommend some places to go

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You are going away to travel for the summer. A friend will be looking after your house while you are away. Write a letter to your friend, In your letter Say where are you going describe how to look after your pet. Explain some of the things your friend must do to look after your house.

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You want to study in another country in some university. You need an accommodation to stay. Your friend is studying in the same university. Write a letter to your friend. In your letter: Give details about your study plans What type of accommodation are you looking for Suggest how your friend can search a place for you. Write at least 150 words. You do not need to write any addresses

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You recently moved to a new area. Write to your friend and say - Why did you move there - Describe the new place - Invite him/her to visit you

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You are having a party and want to invite your friend from a different city. Write letter to your friend. In your letter: —Describe why are you having a party —Give directions on how to get to the venue —suggest how you can accommodate him/her Write at least 150 words. You do not need to write any addresses

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A friend of yours has recently written to you asking for advice about a problem at work. You have had a similar problem at your workplace in the past. Write a letter to your friend. In your letter, tell your friend how you feel about the problem explain how you faced a similar situation in the past suggest possible solutions to the problem

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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

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You should spend about 20 minutes on this task. You recently received a letter from a friend asking for advice about whether to go to college or to try to get a job. You think he/she should get a job. Write a letter to this friend. In your letter: say why he/she 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 Write at least 150 words.

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You recently received a letter from a friend asking for advice about whether to go to college or try to get a job.You think he/she should get a job. Write a letter to this friend. In your letter: say why she/he 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 recently received a letter from a friend asking for advice about whether to go to college or to try to get a job. You think he/she should get a job. Write a letter to this friend. In your letter - say why he/she would not enjoy going to colledge - 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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Write a letter to your friend who is visiting a city that you know well. Recommend places worth visiting. Where to eat. How to get around the city.

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

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You were on a pleasant trip and had rented a flat from a friend who was on an official tour. Write a letter to your friend how you felt about the trip and how you took care of his house in his absence.

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You stayed at your friends' house when you participated in a business seminar in Australia.You left a file with important documents in your room. write a letter to your friend, describing the file and ask him to return it to you by post.

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Your friend recently came to your birthday party and bought you an expensive present. Write a letter to your friend. In your letter: >thank your friend > explain how useful the present is > arrange to meet up with your friend sometime soon ​Write at least 150 words.

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you have recently moved to a different house. write a letter to an English Speaking friend. in your letter Explain why you have moved Describe the new apartment Invite him or her to pay a visit

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You have recently started work in a new company. Write a letter to an English speaking friend. In your letter - Explain why you changed job - Describe your new job - Tell him/her your other news

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You would like to invite your friend from abroad to a public event in your country. Write a letter to your friend. In your letter describe the public event explain why you think he/she would like the event write how you can help your friend with accommodation

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Practice: You will be graduating from university and would like to invite your family to the ceremony. Write a letter of invitation to your parents. In the letter: - Explain that you have completed your studies - Give details of the event, including time, date and dress code - Let them know how many tickets they have and who they are for

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Your parents will be celebrating their 40th anniversary next month. You are planning a big celebration, but you are not sure how to make the occasion really memorable. Write to your best friend, Joan, who is a professional event planner. In your letter: •explain why the occasion is special •ask for her assistance •set up a time to meet at your friend's convenience to discuss your plans Begin your letter as follows: Dear Joan, You should write at least 150 words. You should spend about 20 minutes on this task.

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Write a letter to your friend and ask him recipe to cook for a party that you are giving in your home. -tell him why you are having a party -tell him why you need a specific recipe -invite your friend to the party

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You have an extended family and every year you all get together to go on a family trip for a week. Your uncle is in charge of the plans this year and you would like to suggest a place you have visited. Write a letter to your uncle. In your letter: suggest the place you recommend describe your experience in this place mention what you could do there

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Write a letter to a friend to ask him/her to develop a website for your business. •In your letter: Give a brief description of the business •Mention what you’d like to be there on the website. •Provide some ideas on the use of images on the website.

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You are going to spend your vacation in Rome, Italy. Your friend's grandfather lives there and has offered to let you stay in his apartment. Write a letter to your friend's grandfather. In your letter: • Thank him for the offer but politely decline • Inform him of when you will be in Rome and your travel plans • Invite him for an outing

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