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 have a friend who lives in a city abroad. You have decided that you would like to apply to do a course at one of the colleges in the city. Write a letter to your friend:, 1.Explain what you like to do. 2.Tell him/her what type of work or studies you had completed. 3.Ask for assistance in connecting an appropriate institution

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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 his/her photos of your family •ask him/her to be your photographer at a special family event •give him/her the details of the event.

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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 You do NOT need to write any addresses. Begin your letter as follows: Dear ____________,

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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 Write at least 150 words. You do NOT nee

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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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A friend wants to spend a four-week holiday in your country and has written asking for advice about the trip. 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 are studying English at a private language school attended by many international students. You are planning a surprise birthday part 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 abd time of the party - suggest what the classmate could bring to the party

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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 how your frined could help you find a job.

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Your friend is celebrating her Birthday soon and has invited you to a party. But you are unable to come because you are going to attend an important meeting that day. Write a letter to your friend and * thank her for the invitation; * explain why you cannot come; * propose to meet on other day; Write at least 150 words. You do NOT need to write your own address. Begin your letter as follows:

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A friend you made while you were studying abroad has written to ask you for help in finding 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.

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You want to sell your Laptop. 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 the Laptop • Describe the Laptop. Suggest a date when your friend can come and see it.

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A friend had a new born baby, you have picked up a present for the baby and want to visit to give it to him / her. Write a letter to – - Congratulate your friend. - Tell him why you picked up the mentioned present. - Suggest arrangements for the visit.

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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 partydescribe your plans for the partysuggest how your friend can travel to the party and where he / she can stay

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Write a letter to your friend. In your letter ● thank them for the photos and for the holiday ● explain why you didn’t write earlier ● invite them to come and stay with you.

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You recently moved to a new house and you want to invite an old friend to stay with you. Write a letter to your friend. In your letter, -Invite him to stay and suggest a date -briefly describe the new house and garden -say why you like your new house.

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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 • apologies for the situation • suggest a new arrangement

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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** - **explain what happened** - **say how you are going to fix the issue**

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Youre is oh abing friend has asked r yo urternitu college project 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

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Write a letter to your friend in another country where you like to visit for the holidays. In your letter, you should: •explain your travel plans •describe the interesting places you plan to visit •ask for suggestions for sightseeing options.

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A friend of yours is thinking of going on a camping holiday for the first time this summer. He/She has ask for your advice. write a letter to your friednd.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 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 leaving your job and would like to invite your friend to replace you. Write a letter to your friend. In your letter, you should: -describe the job -explain the reason you are leaving -tell him/her why you would recommend the job to them

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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 for

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A friend of yours recently gave you a nice birthday present. Write a letter to your friend. In your letter: -Thanks 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.

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Write a letter to you friend describing he/she should get a job rather than getting in a college. In your letter Say why he/she would not enjoy going to college Explain why getting a Job is a good idea for him Suggest types of job that would be suitable for him

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You are going to another country to study. You would like to do a part-time job while you’re 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 how your friend could help you find a job

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Write a letter to a friend about an upcoming event in your town. What the event is Why they would be interested An invitation to stay with you

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write a letter to an english speaking friend in your letter . explain why you changed job? describe your new job? tell him your other news

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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/her to return it to you by post.

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You have recently visited a museum. Now write a letter to your friend about the museum you have visited. Write a letter to him/ her. In your letter, write: where you went what you saw there how you felt about it You should 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 borrowed something from a friend and it got damaged. Write a letter to your friend. In your letter: - Apologize for the damage. - Explain what happened. - Suggest how to resolve the issue.

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One of your friends in a foreign country is starting an import-export business, and he has asked you to recommend a product from your country to him. Write a Letter to your friend, In your letter Say waht product you want to recommend to him. tell him where he / she can get this product Explain why you want to recommend this product

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A friend of yours is thinking of going on a camping holiday gor the first time this summer. Write a letter to your friend. In your letter: Explain why you think your friend will 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 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 Began your letter as: Dear…

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Your friend is coming over to stay with you. However, you will be away on vacation for a month. Write him/her a letter and say: In your letter •How to get the keys to your flat •How to operate the equipment in the flat and •Suggest a few places of interest to visit You should write at least 150 words.

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Write a letter to your friend about a job opportunity you came across that they might find interesting. In your letter, you should: give some details about the job mention how you came across the job opportunity explain why you feel the job would be suitable for your friend

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You have heard that one of your friends will be doing voluntary work at a festival. Write a letter to your friend. In your letter ask about what type of festival your friend is volunteering at and when and where it will take place ask what your friend will have to do as part of the voluntary work ask if the organisers are still looking for more volunteers and how you can apply for the work You should write at least 150 words. You do NOT need to write any addresses.

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

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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 •Explain why you recommend the university •Give some advice about how to apply

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You have recently heard that a friend of yours has had some problems as a result of some unusual weather. Write a letter to your friend. In your letter:      -  express your concern (i.e. say you are sorry to hear what has happened)
     -  tell him/her about a similar experience that you once had
     -  give some advice, or offer help You should 

You do NOT need to write any addresses. Begin your letter as follows:

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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. Write 150 words. In your letter: -Explain the important event -Apologize for the situation -Suggest a new arrangement

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

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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

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You recently went to visit a friend in their new home. Write a letter to your friend. In your letter • tell your friend what you liked about his/her new house • say what you did or enjoyed most about your stay with your friend • suggest when and where you could meet your friend next

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You should spend about 20 minutes on this task. 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, Thank him/her for the invitation Explain why you cannot come Ask him/her about other times to visit 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 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 would like to visit you but unfortunately you are free when they want to come.write a letter to your friend . Apologise expalin why you are busy suggest another time

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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. In this letter: Asking him or her to bring some things from home which you are need Saying why you need them Making arrangement to meet

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You are going to spend your vacation in a city in a foreign country. You have never been there before. Your cousin has a friend who lives there. Write a letter to your cousin's friend. In your letter, introduce yourself say why you are making this trip ask some questions about the city (e.g. places to see, things to do, things to bring) 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 is celebrating her birthday soon and has invited you to a party. But you are unable to come because you are going to attend an important meeting that day. Write a letter to your friend. In your letter: •thank him/her for the invitation •explain why you cannot come •propose to meet another day 

You do NOT need to write any addresses. Begin your letter as follows:

Dear ...............,

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Write a letter to a friend who is looking for a part time job. Describe a job you have found for him/her including: - What are the duties? - Why do you think it is a good job for him/her? - What does he/she have to do to get i

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You have borrowed something from your friend and you have accidentally damaged it. Write a letter to your friend to your friend to remind him/her of: • What you borrowed • How you damaged it • What you'll do about it

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You have been invited to the engagement party of a friend from another country. You cannot go but you have bought a gift for him/her. Write a letter to this friend. In your letter • say how you feel about the engagement • explain why you cannot go • tell your friend about the gift you have bought for him/her 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 back home has arranged a visit to your hometown for one week next month but due to some reason, you are not able to go. Write a letter to your friend. In your letter, apologise for not being able to go explain to him the situation tell him an alternative plan for your visit

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You should spend about 20 minutes on this task You have recently moved to a different city for work, but you want to maintain contact with a friend from your previous workplace. Write a letter to your friend. In your letter, •Describe the city you moved to • Tell him/her about your new job • Invite him/her to visit you Write at least 150 words You do NOT need to write any addresses

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You said you would attend your best friend's birthday party, but you did not go. Write a letter to your friend. In the letter apologise for not going explain why you were not there, say how you will make up for it.

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Your friend is about to celebrate a landmark birthday and would welcome suggestions as to how it should be celebrate Write a letter to your friend. In your letter - Say what type of party should be held e.g. themed, fancy dress, black tie event. - Suggest a suitable venue - Make recommendation as to entertainment e.g. DJ, jazz band etc

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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 Should spend about 20 minutes on this task. 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 Write at least 150 words. You do NOT need to write any addresses. Begin your letter as follows: Dear Grandmother,

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You are staying in an alien country. You have recently received a letter from your wife in which she has complained of your son's activities. Write a letter to your son to counsel him. In your letter, write: what you came to know about his behavior why you are upset about such activities what kind of behavior you are expecting from him

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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 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

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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 asked for your advice. Write a letter to to your friend. In your letter explain why you think your firend 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 want to start your own business. Write a letter to a friend. In your letter: tell him/her about your business explain why you think it is a good idea and ask him/her for some help or advice

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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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You recently moved to a new house and you want to invite an old friend to stay with you. Type a letter to your friend. In your letter, Invite him to stay and suggest a date briefly describe the new house and garden say why you like your new house

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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 You do NOT need to write any addresses. Begin your letter as follows: Dear ___,

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Your friend has offered to sell you something. Write a letter to the friend. In your letter include: What the item is Questions requesting details of the item being sold What price you think is fair

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Write a letter to a friend asking for a recipe from his/her country for the party you are organizing. In your letter – Tell your friend about the party – Ask for the recipe – Explain why you need the recipe from his/her country.

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Last month, you travelled to another city. You told a friend who lives in the city that you would meet them, but you did not. Write a letter to this friend. In your letter  apologise for not meeting him/her  explain why you did not contact him/her earlier  suggest a time and place to meet in the future

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You should spend about 20 minutes on this task. A good friend has just changed schools and is having difficulty fitting in and needs your advice. Write a letter to your friend. In your letter • make suggestions as to how they could make friends • suggest joining clubs, participating in school activities • give any extra general advice You do NOT need to write any addresses. Begin your letter as follows: Dear..., You should write at least 150 words.

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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 will be a suitable person to employ .say how you would spend your free time while you are in Australia. Write atleast 150 words. You do not need to write any addresses.. Begin your letter as follows: Dear Sir or Madam,

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There will be a traditional celebration in your country and you want to invite your friend from an English speaking country . Write him/her a letter and invite your friend. Explain what happens at the party describe the tradition and why itʼs important in your country say why itʼs important for your friend to be there .

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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 studies Explain why you want to get a part-time job Suggest how you friend could helo you find a job

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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 Begin your letter as follows: Dear ________ You should write at least 150 words. You should spend about 20 minutes on this task.

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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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A friend of yours has always admired your car. You have now decided to sell it. Write a letter to your friend to ask if he is interested in buying your car. In your letter, • explain why you are selling your car • describe the good points and any bad points about your car • suggest the friend visits you to see and drive your car

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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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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, and explain some of the things you did on your birthday.

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Your friend invited you to his/her party, but you are unable to attend. Write a letter to your friend. In your letter •explain why you cannot come •give your reason for not contacting your friend sooner •suggest another time to meetWrite

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You found a job opportunity in a foreign country. Write a letter to your friend who knows about the country. In your letter mention the following.  What the nature of your future job is  Why you applied for that job  Ask for details and his/her advice about the country

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you have recently moved to different house. l write a letterto 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 stayed at a friend’s house last weekend and lost your watch. Write a letter to your friend. In your letter, you should: Thank him/her for the good time you had. Describe your watch. Tell your friend what you would like him/her to do with it if he/she finds it

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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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You have borrowed something from your friend and it got damaged. Write a letter to your friend. In the letter: Apologize for the damage to the item Explain what happened Say how you are going to fix the issue

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Chris have invited you to surprise birthday party. Write a letter to Chris's parents. In your letter •say why you think Chris will enjoy the surprise party •explain why you wont be able to attend the party •Give details of a plan to see Chris at a different time.

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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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Write a letter to a friend.You have borrowed something from your friend and it got damaged. 1.Apology for damaging the product. 2.Explain what happened. 3.Say how you are going to fix the issue.

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

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One of your friend lives in another country. You want to spend time working in that country. Write a letter to your friends. In your letter, you should: •describe why you want to work in that country; •tell him/her about your skills and experience; •ask some questions related to work (wage, salary)

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You stayed at a friend's house while he/she was away. There was a prob- lem with a kitchen appliance. Write a letter to your friend. In your letter explain · how you liked staying at his/her house · what the problem with the kitchen appliance was · what you did to solve the problem Write about 150 words in an appropriate format and style. You can use this page for any rough work

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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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Your friend asked you to find a part-time job for him/her to earn some money while studying. You found a job that might be suitable for him/her. Write a letter to your friend. In your letter •give him/her the job description; •explain why he/she should take the job; •say what he/she should do to get the job.

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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 recently moved to a new neighborhood. Write a letter to your friend about your new home. In your letter, describe your new house or apartment explain why you moved invite your friend to come and visit

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Your friend is asking for your advice. He is going to university and can't decide whether to study music or business management. Write a letter - How you felt when you got the letter - What the good points are for both sides and - What your advice is

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Your friend is thinking about learning to drive and would like some advice. Write a letter to your friend. In your letter Say why a driving license is advantageous Recomend a drving school Give any extra guidance/tips

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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 You should You do NOT need to write any addresses. Begin your letter as follows: Dear Pat,

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You have received the invitation to take part in your friend's wedding ceremony, but you will be in Canada on a business trip on that day with your boss. Write to your friend to apologise for not being able to take part in the wedding ceremony. In your letter: - Thank your friend for the invitation, - Explain why you will not be able to visit, - Suggest another plan.

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You are leaving a job and coming back to your hometown. Write a letter to your friend and say : 1. What is the reason for your leaving 2. What do you plan to do 3. Where an when will you meet your friend to discuss it?

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