IELTS General Writing Task 1 informal Topics/Questions 2025

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This section presents a list of common IELTS General Writing Task 1 informal 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 have just spent a week with a friend on holiday, and when you got home, you realized that you have left your wallet in your friend's house. Write a letter to your friend; thanking for the holiday, explaining that you left your wallet at their place, providing instructions on how to send it back.

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You have recently moved to a new city. Write a letter to an English-speaking friend. In your letter Explain why you moved Describe your new city Tell him/her other news

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Your friend's dog has recently passed away. Write a letter to console your friend. In your letter: Express your sympathy Include memories you have about the dog Invite your friend to do something with you.

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A friend of yours is going on holiday soon and has asked you to recommend a destination. Write a letter to your friend. In your letter: -Recommend a good place for a holiday that you have visited -Describe where you stayed and what you can do there -Provide one negative aspect about the destination -Write at least 150 words. You do NOT need to write any addresses.

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You and a friend recently went on a holiday together. There is a problem with the photos you have taken during the holiday. Write a letter to your friend to ask for a particular shot. In your letter: ● tell him/her about the problem with your photos ● say which photo you would like him/her to send you ● explain why you need this photo.

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You have been busy with your studies for the past month and haven't had time to visit your family. Write a letter to your grandmother. In your letter: •Apologize for not getting in touch with her sooner •Explain why you have been so busy •Arrange a time to visit You do NOT need to write any addresses. Begin your letter as follows: Dear Grandmother,

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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 who lives in another country has invited you to come and stay with him/her on your next holiday. You are too busy to accept the invitation. Write a letter to your friend. In your letter, 1)Thank him/her for the invitation. 2)Explain why you cannot come. 3) Ask him/her about other times to visit.

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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 need some information before you leave. Write a letter to your friend. In your letter: -request advise about a gift for his/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 to your friend. In your letter: say where you are going, describe your home explain some of the things your friend must do to look after your house. Write at least 150 words. You do NOT need to write any addresses. Begin your letter as follows: Dear ___,

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Your friend recently moved to a new home and you would like to give him a present for the house. Write a letter to your friend

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Write a letter to an English-speaking friend. In your letter explain why you changed jobs – need to feel challenged and also wanted more benefits describe your new job – whole new experience / I have never worked on it before / love it tell him/her your other news – next month I’ll travel to Europe

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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. In your letter, • give details of the course you took at the university 1-para • explain why you recommend the university 2-para • give some advice about how to apply 3-para

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Here’s a question for IELTS General (Letter Writing): You recently visited a friend and stayed at their home for a few days. Write a letter to thank them for their hospitality. In your letter: express your gratitude for their warm welcome mention something you particularly enjoyed during your stay suggest a way to stay in touch in the future Let me know if you’d like tips or sample answers for this!

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Write a letter to a friend who worked at your previous company. You have moved to a new job in a new city. • describe your city • describe your job • describe the arrangements for him to visit you 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 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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A friend has written to you asking for some advice about a problem with work. you have had a problem like this before. Write a letter to your friend. In your letter; - show that you understand the problem - explain how your situation was similer - suggest a solution to your friend's problem

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Write a letter to a foreign friend who has asked if they can stay with you when visiting your country. Include Why you do not have time to host them An alternate date Recommendations for what to do

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Task One: 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 1) give contact details for when you are away 2) give instructions about how to care for your pet 3) describe other household duties Write at least 150 words. Y ou do NOT need to write any addresses. Begin your letter as follows: Dear .....................,

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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 best friend who is a 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 friend had made a plan for you to see a movie together but you can not join him. You've found another friend who can go instead of you. Write a letter to your friend. In your letter: Explain why you cannot go anymore Say who can go instead of you Say why this person is a good person to go with

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An English-speaking friend wants to spend two weeks in your country and has written you an email asking for information and advice. Write a letter to your friend. In your letter: • offer to find a place to stay • give advice on what to do • give information about the weather and the clothes to bring

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Your friend would like to visit you but unfortunately you are not free when they want to come. Write a letter to your friend. Apologise Explain why you are busy Suggest another time

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You are studying English at a private language school attended by many international students. You are planning a surprise birthday party for a friend who has been feeling particularly sad and homesick. Write to another classmate and invite him/her to the party. In your letter: •explain the reason for the party •give the date and time of the party •suggest what the classmate could bring to the party

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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 leasr 150 words. You do not need to write any addresses. Begin you letter as follows: Dear ...............,

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You are living I a city in a foreign country, and a friend from your home country is coming soon to visit you for several days. Write an email to you friend, asking him or her to bring some things from home which you need Saying why you need them. Making arrangements to meet.

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

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You stayed with a local family when you participated in an exchange program in lreland. You returned to your home country in a hurry and found that you had forgotten to take your laptop. Writea letter to the family and thank them for their hospitality. Describe your computer and where it is,and ask the host to send it back to you.

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Friend of yours invited you to a home party he/she arranged. However, you have just missed this party. Now you want to apologise for not attending it. Write a letter to your friend to apologise. In your letter, • apologise to your friend • explain why you did not attend the party • say what you plan to do to make up for missing the party

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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 friend from England is making a business trip to your town. She has never visited your country before and wants to know what you can do together in free time. Type a letter to your friend. In your letter Describe some activities for her free time Suggest some restaurants/food in your town offer to meet her

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Write a letter to your friend who lives in another country and in your letter: a) Invite him/her to a public event in your country b) Describe the public event c) Explain what other plans you have for your friend when he/she will visit

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You recently met an old friend while you were on a business trip to another city. Now you are planning another business trip to this city and would like to see your friend again. Write a letter to this friend. In your letter 1. say why you enjoyed seeing him/her 2. give details of your plans for your next business trip to this city 3. suggest arrangments for seeing him/her again there

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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.

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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?

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Last month you had a holiday overseas where you stayed with a friend. He/She has just sent you some photos of your holiday. Write a letter to your friend. In your letter ● thank him/her 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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A friend of yours is going on holiday and has asked you to recommend a destination. Write a letter to your friend. In your letter recommend a good place that you have visited before for a holiday say where you went and where you stayed say what you can do there and what the food was like

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You are living in a city in a foreign country, and a friend from your home country is soon coming to visit you for several days. Write an email to your friend, asking him or her to bring some things from home which you need saying why you need them making arrangements to meet Begin your letter ‘Dear --------’ Do not write any addresse

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You should spend about 20 minutes on this task. 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 Write at least 150 wor

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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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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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You just moved to a new city to begin a new job. write a letter to a friend. In your letter tell you friend about your job. describe the neighborhood where you will live. Invite him or her to visit you. Write at least 150 words

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You arranged to visit a friend abroad but an important event at home has forced you to change the dates of your visit. Write a letter to your friend. In your letter explain the importance of the event apologize for the situation suggest a new arrangement

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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 concert •describe how you won the tickets •explain why youʼve chosen your friend to go with you.

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*You have borrowed something from your friend and it got damaged.** **Write a letter to your friend. In the letter:** - **apologise for the damage to the item** appology, you will be mad and sad, save money to buy it - **explain what happened** write a dissertation , fill water and it spread over keyboard, wipe it dry - **say how you are going to fix the issue** appt apple store, ask how to fix, and let machanics fix, if not, buy a new one to you

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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 see an advertisement for a product. Write a letter to your friend. In your letter Tell your friend where you saw the advertisement Describe the product Explain why your friend should buy this product.

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You organised a birthday party at your place and borrowed something from your friend for the same. But it was damaged at the party. Write a letter to your friend. In your letter, describe what it was how it was damaged what you will do about it

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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 plans - explain why you want to get a part-time job - suggest how your friend could help you find a job Write at least 150 words. You do NOT need to write any addresses. Begin your letter as follows: Dear _______,

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You should spend about 20 minutes on this task. You have recently moved to a new house. Write a letter to your friend. In your letter: Explain why you have moved Describe the new house Invite your friend to come and visit Write at least 150 words.

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You need a website for your business, and you would like to ask your friend to build it. Write a letter to your friend. ▪️Include a brief description of your business ▪️Explain what you would like to have on the website ▪️Provide some ideas on the use of images on the website.

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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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The parents of your Australian friend Chris have invited you to a surprise party birthday party for him/her. Write a letter to Chris's parents. In your letter say why you think Chris will enjoy the surprise party explain why you won't be able to attend the party give details of a plan to see Chris at a different time.

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A friend of yours is going on holiday soon and has asked you to recommend a destination. Write a letter to your friend. In your letter: Recommend a good place for a holiday that you have visited Describe where you stayed and what you can do there Provide one negative aspect about the destination Write at least 150 words. You do NOT need to write any addresses. Begin your letter as follows: Dear ___,

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One of your friends invited you for a meal with his/her family in their home. You enjoyed the meal and had been happy to be introduced to his/her family. Write a letter to your friend. In your letter, .thank your friend and say that you enjoyed the meal • say what else you liked about this visit • ask your friend to meet you someday at a restaurant

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This is a part of a letter your receive from an English pen friend. Don't forget to tell me about the area you live in and what you and your friends do in your free time. Write a letter to your pen friend. Write your letter in about 100 words.

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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

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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. -Write a letter to this friend

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Your English-speaking friend has asked for your help with a college project he/she is doing about celebrating New Year in different countries. Write a letter to your friend. In your letter say how important New Year is to people in your country describe how New Year is celebrated in your country explain what you like about New Year celebrations in your country 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 take a vacation. Write a letter to a friend. In your letter •describe the vacation spot you have chosen •explain how you plan to spend your time there •invite your friend to join you on your vacation Begin your letter as follows: Dear….

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You should spend about 20 minutes on this task. An English-speaking friend wants to spend a two-week holiday in your region and has written asking for information and advice. Write a letter to your friend. In your letter offer to find somewhere for your friend to stay give advice about what to do and see in your area give information about what clothes to bring You should write at least 150 words. You do NOT need to write any addresses. Begin your letter as follows: Dear Maria,

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A friend you made while you were studying abroad would like to spend a semester studying in your country. He/she has written to ask for your advice.Write a letter to this friend. In your letter •describe why you think he/she will enjoy it •explain why you recommend studying at your university •give some advice about how to apply Write at least 150 words. You do NOT need to write any addresses. Begin your letter as follows: Dear

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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: - apologise for missing the birthday celebration; - explain why you missed it and 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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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 the college -Explain why getting a job is a good idea for him/her -Suggest types of job that would be suitable for fim/her

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2020-01-11: Task 1 You visited a town last month and told your friend that you would like to meet. However, you could not make it. Write a letter to your friend. In your letter, you should: express your apology why you could not meet making arrangements to meet him.

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You recently stayed at your friends's place to look after the house while he/she is away. you accidently damaged something in his/her house. write a letter to your friend. in your lettter you should describe what the accident was explain when it happened. suggest how you damage can be fixed.

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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 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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WRITING TASK 1 You should spend about 20 minutes on this task. You want to sell some of your furniture. You think a friend of yours might like to buy it from you. Write a letter to your friend. In your letter • explain why you are selling • describe the furniture • suggest a date when your friend can come and see the furniture Write at least 150 words. You do NOT need to write any addresses. Begin your letter as follows: Dear ...............,

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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 about how to care for your pet, •describe other household duties you would like your friend to undertake.

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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.

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You have some time off work and are hoping to visit a close friend, Stephanie, for a few days. Write a letter to your friend. In your letter • suggest spending time together • explain why you have time to do this • propose some activities Write at least 150 words.

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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 your birthday next weekend and you are planning to organise a party where you will be inviting all your friends. Write a letter to invite your friend. In your letter, explain the occasion describe why you need your friend to come give directions to reach the venue

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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

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You are moving to a new country to go to university and will need a part-time job. You have a friend who lives in that country. Write a letter to your friend. In your letter, • apologise for not staying in touch • explain why you’re moving to this country • ask your friend if he/she can help you find a job

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IELTS Writing Correction Service Writing Samples Band 8 The parents of your Australian friend Chris have invited you to a surprise birthday party for him/her. Write a letter to Chris’s parents. In your letter •Say why you think Chris will enjoy the surprise party •Explain why you won’t be able to attend the party. •Give details of a plan to see Chris at a different time.

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You are planning a short visit to a city where one of your relatives lives. Write a letter to your relative. In your letter: 1) Explain when and how long you will be in town. 2) Ask whether you can stay at their home. 3)Offer to pay for yourself.

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You bought a football match ticket. However, you are unable to go. So you want to offer the ticket to your friend. Write a letter to your friend. In your letter: explain the football tournament why you are unable to go how can your friend get the ticket

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You had just missed a friend’s party, write a letter to apologise. In your letter, you should: · apologise to your friend · explain why you couldn’t attend the party · tell her what steps you will take to avoid missing it in the future.

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A friend of yours invited you to a home party he/she arranged. However, you have just missed this party. Now you want to apologize for not attending it. Write a letter to your friend to apologize. In your letter, •apologize to your friend •explain why you did not attend the party •say what you plan to do to make up for missing the party

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You are going to visit New Zealand for an 'English and Homestay' program. You have just received details of your homestay host family. Write your first letter to the family. In your letter: & Introduce yourself. & Ask the family some questions to get information that is important to you. & Tell the family about your arrival date and time.

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Your friend had made a plan for you to see a movie together but you cannot join him. You've found another friend who can go instead of you. Write a letter to your friend. In your letter: ● Explain why you cannot go anymore ● Say who can go instead of you ● Say why this person is a good person to go with

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You are organising a party and want to invite an old friend who lives in another town. Write a letter to your friend. In your letter -explain why you are organising a party - give directions to the venue - suggest a place for your friend to stay while they are in town

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An English-speaking friend wants to spend a two-week holiday in your region and has written asking for information and advice. Write a letter to your friend. In your letter offer to find somewhere for your friend to stay give advice about what to do and see in your area give information about what clothes to bring You should You do NOT need to write any addresses. Begin your letter as follows: Dear Maria,

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You are going to work in another city for a year. A friend who lives there offered to help you find a place to live. Write a letter to your friend:  Express your gratitude to him/her  Describe the area that you want to live in  Explain what type of accommodation you are looking f

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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 moved Describe the new house Invite your friend to come and visit

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You have decided to go on a holiday to a foreign country for 2 weeks, and you want one of your friends to go with you. Write a letter to your friend asking him to accompany you. In your letter, – explain where and when you want to go – give details of the travel, dates and costs involved – describe some of the things you want to do

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Write a letter to a friend who lives in a different city. a.Tell him/her about your recent job offer b.Tell him/her about your arrangement of a dinner to celebrate your achievement c.Inform him/her about the arrangement of his/her accommodation

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You recently spent a weekend with your friend in her/his new house. Write a letter to your friend. In your letter, you should:  explain what you like about his new house  tell what you enjoyed most during your staying  Suggest when and where you could meet next time with her/him.

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Write a letter to your friend who just moved to a new home with is family, Tell him you are sending a present to him The nature of the present Why you chose the present How you would send it

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You have just spent a weekend at a friend's house. When you returned home, you discovered you have left a coat containing some belongings in his house. Write a letter to your friend telling him that you left the coat. Tell him what the coat looks like, where you think you left it and what was inside it. Make some suggestions about how to get it back.

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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 are visiting a town where you once worked. Write a friend you worked with there. Include the following in your letter: Tell your friend about life now. Give him/her details of your visit. Arrange how you can meet.

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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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A friend of yours is thinking of going on a camping holiday for the first time this summer. Write a letter to your friend. In your letter,  -Explain why you think he/she would enjoy a camping holiday -Describe some possible disadvantages -Say whether you would like to go camping with him/her.

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A friend you made while you were studying abroad has written to ask you for hekp in finding a job in your country. you have heard about a job in a local company that might be suitable for him/her. write a letter to this friend. in your letter. tell your friend about the job and what sort of work it involves say why you think the job would be suitable for him/her explain how to apply for the job begin your letter as follows: Dear....,

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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 arranged to visit a friend in Canada but an important event at home now means that you must change the dates of the visit. Write a letter to your friend. In your letter: Explain the important event Apologize for the situation Suggest a new arrangement

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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

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