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 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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Write a letter to your friend about your plans to go out with him/her and another friend on a small picnic. Include the following- 1. Where you plan to go? 2. What arrangements you already made. 3. What help you need from your friend with this topic.

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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 friend in your letter Explain where your friend can get the keys to the apartment Give your friends some instruction about using your apartment Recommend some place to go

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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

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You are planning for a vacation and want your friend to go with you. Write a letter to your friend. In your letter, you should: tell him/her why you want to take a vacation describe your plan invite him/her to go with you.

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You are studying english at a private language school attended by many international students. you are planning for a surprise party who has been feeling particularly sick and homesick. write to another classmate and invited him or her to the party. In your letter- - explain the reasons for the party - give the date and time of the party - suggest what the classmates could bring to the party

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Your Overseas friend has invited you to visit his country. You are planning to visit him. Write a letter to your friend, In your letter. •Thank him for the invitation & accept the invitation. •Write detail about your visit. •Briefly describe what you want to do there.

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You should spend about 20 minutes on this task. 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. You do NOT need to write any addresses. Begin your letter as follows: Dear……………………,

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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 have a friend who lives abroad. You have decided to apply for a course at one of the colleges there. Write a letter to your friend. In your letter, ask what the city is like say what work or study you are doing now explain why you want to do this course

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you recentely receved a letter from a freind asking for advice about whether to go to college or to try tp get a job. you think she should get a job. write a letter to this friend. in your letter - Say why she would not enjoy going to college - explain why getting a job is a good idea for her -suggest types of jobs that would be suitable for her

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You recently went on holiday and your friend lent you a travel guidebook. Write a letter to friend. In your letter tell your friend about the holiday explain how the guidebook was helpful say when and how you will return the guidebook

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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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Read the question below and write a letter. You should spend about 20 minutes on this task. Write at least 150 words. You recently visited a place that had a strong impact on you. Write to your friend about this place. In your letter explain where the place was and how you got there describe what you saw offer to take your friend there

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You stayed with your friend and by mistake carried home one of his objects. Write a letter and explain: - How you enjoyed staying with your friend. - Explain the object which you brought with you by mistake and explain how the mistake happened. - Mention how you plan to return the object.

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

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Letter of instruction: You have just spent a week with a friend on holiday. When you got home, you realized you left your wallet there. Write a letter to your friend. In your letter you should say, • 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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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 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 a business trip to another city. You will have some free time to do some sight seeing while you are there. Write a letter to a friend who lives in the city you will visit. In your letter explain the purpose of the trip ask about things to do and see in the city invite your friend to do something with you during your visit

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You recently received a letter from a friend asking for advice about wheter to go to college or to try 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 jobs that would be suitable for him/her

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Write a letter to invite an English-speaking friend to watch a movie with you about your country. In your letter: Include some background about the film Explain why it might interest him/her Suggest arrangements for watching the film

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Write a letter to your friend from a different country. Invite him to a party at your home and include the following What teh party is about give directions on how to get to your place suggest how to accomodate her

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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 letter 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

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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 • describe what you enjoyed most about your stay • suggest when and where you could meet next

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

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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 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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Essay topics: You are preparing an outdoor event. Write a letter to your friend to ask for help with the arrangements. What the event is Why the event will happen How your friend can help you

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

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A friend of yours is thinking of going on a campus 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 camping with your friend this summer

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You went to another city for a training course and stayed at a friend's house for a week. They have been great hosts. Write a letter to your friend. In your letter, • thank them for having you at their house for a week • express your gratitude for their hospitality . say how much you miss them

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You 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 You do NOT need to write any addresses.

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Writing Task 1: You should spend about 20 minutes on this task. 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 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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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

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You have seen an advertisement in an Australian magazine for someone to live with a family for six months and looking after their six years old child. write a letter to the parents, in your letter explain why you would like the job give details for 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 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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A friend is expecting you to stay with him in two weeks time, but unfortunately you forgot that you have a business trip at the same time. Write a letter to your friend. In your letter, - apologize and say that you cannot come to visit - explain why you will not be able to visit - suggest another time that you could visit

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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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You recently bought a new piece of technology for your home. Your friend is interested in purchasing the same item. Write a letter to your friend. •Explain what the technology is. •Describe how it is helpful to you. •Give your advice on whether your friend should buy it or not.

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You have recently started working for a new company. Write a letter to a friend. In your letter: Explain the reasons why you changed jobs Describe your new job Tell him/her your other newsD

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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:

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You are going abroad on holiday and your friend will stay in your home while you are away. Write a letter to your friend. In your letter: explain where you hide the keys describe what your friend needs to do in your absence say when you are coming back 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 neighbor’s children has accidentally broken the front window of your car. You should write a letter to his/her parents and in your letter you should • introduce yourself • explain how it happened • and what they should do.

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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 what would be suitable for him/her

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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 this letter: Give details about the concert. Describe how you won the tickets. Explain why you have chosen your friend to go with you. A road near your home is damaged. Write a letter to the council of your town/city to complain about it. In your letter – Tell them who are you and where you live – Explain the nature of your complaint – Say what you would like them to do about it

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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 are currently trying to improve your knowledge of a language which is not your original language. You have a friend who speaks this new language perfectly. Write to your friend. Explaining why you want to learn this new language Asking him/her for suggestions on how to learn more quickly Proposing that you meet your friend to talk about these steps Begin your letter ‘Dear Do not write any addresses

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You recently moved to a new city for work and are experiencing some difficulties settling in. Write a letter to your friend describing your situation. In your letter, you should: Explain why you moved to the new city. Describe the challenges you are facing. Ask for their advice on how to adjust better to your new environment.

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Write a letter to your friend telling them you moved to a new city State the reason for the move Describe the city and accomodation And invite your friend

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Write a letter to your friend asking him or her to take care of your childern while you are away on a business trip. In your letter, Write what they like to eat . Write how they would spend their time. Suggest an arrangement to pick them up after the trip.

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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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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 want somthing that you cant buy in your own country.you decide to ask an english friend to help you. write a letter to the friend.in your letter say what you want, explain why you want it, suggest how the friend could help.

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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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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

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The parents of your Australian friend Chris have invited you to a surprise birthday party for himlher. 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 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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Your best friend is moving back to your city after being overseas for five years. Write a letter to convince your friend to move in with you. In the letter: - Explain how much you have missed your friend - Describe how you feel about your friend’s return - Give reasons that you and your friend should share a home Write at least 150 words. You do NOT need to write any addresses.

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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. -Describe the new house and garden. -Say why you like your house.

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You have decided to leave your current job and look for a new one. Write a letter to a friend. In your letter: -explain why you want to leave your current job -describe what kind of job you are looking for -ask for some help or advice

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*OUR ASSIGNMENT*👇: 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 and a friend have both been accepted to a study abroad program in Paris, France. Write a letter to your friend. In your letter: - Congratulate him/her for also being accepted. -Ask him/her if he/she would like to be your roommate. -Discuss possible activities that the two of you could do together.

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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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Thank you very much for inviting me to Chris’s birthday celebration at Hilton Hotel in Sydney. I believe Chris will be thrilled with such a surprising event at all the cost. He had always wanted to celebrate his birthday with his peers, and this will make his dream come true. The location of the hotel may also trigger his Joy with its overview of the sea. 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. •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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Write a 150 word letter to a family who are looking for some one to live with them and take care of six year old.

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Recently you saw a plant that you liked very much. You have a friend who knows a lot about plants. Write a letter to your friend. In your letter - Say where and when you saw this plant - expalin why you liked this plans so much - ⁠ask some questions about this plant

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You are planning a business 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 thing to do and see in the city ● Invite your friend to do something with you during your visit

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Your friend is about to celebrate a landmark birthday and would welcome suggestions as to how it should be celebrated. 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 recommendations as to entertainment e.g. DJ, jazz band

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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 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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Write a letter to a friend that you can't collect from the airport, as you have promised, because of some reason. In your letter: - Explain why you can't come, - Guide them regarding other options to get to your home, - Describe the plans you made to show them around when your friend arrives.

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You recently recieved a letter frin 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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Your friend recently moved to new city. You will also be moving to the same city. Write a letter to your friends and include: – Ask where to find a place to live – Tell them what type of place you’re looking for – Share some fun things you would like to do when you get there

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You have recently moved to a different house, and you want to give the news to an English-speaking friend who lives in another country. Write a letter to this English-speaking friend. In your letter, explain why you have moved describe the new house invite your friend to come and vis

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Write a letter to your English-speaking friend. In your letter: explain why you have gone to live in the new city describe the place where you are living invite your friend to come and see you You do NOT need to write any addresses.

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You recently received a letter from a friend asking for an advice about whether to go to school ir try to get a job. You think he/she skould get a job. Write a letter to this friend. In your letter • say why he/she would to enjoy going to college. •expalin why getting a kob is a good idea for him. •suggest type of job that would be suitable for him/her.

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

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Your friend had a newborn baby. Write a letter to your friend. In your letter -congratulate your friend -explain what the present is and why you chose it -suggest arrangements for a visit

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write a letter to your friend missing the date you have planned.tell them how you tried to contact them but it didnot worked out either.

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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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Your friend has a baby recently and you bought a present for baby. Describe what you bought? Why you choose the present? Suggest some arrangements to visit your friend to bring the present.

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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 come with you. Write a letter to your friend asking him/her 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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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 just heard some good news about your friend. Write a letter to your friend. In your letter • say how you heard the news • arrange a time to visit your friend at his/her house • explain what you will bring with you

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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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You happened to witness a film being shot in your locality. Write a letter in 120-150 words to a friend describing your experience. You are Rani/Raman. 15. Vinay Nagar. Doty. ADS. 15. Vinay Nagar, Ooty.

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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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You have just returned home from a holiday and have received photographs from a friend who was on holiday with you. Write to your frind thanking them for the photographs. You should include: -a description of the photos -the most memorable thing about the holiday -invite them to come and stay with you

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

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Your friend has been offered a place on a course at the university where you studied. He or she would like your advice about finding a place to live. Write an email to your friend. In your email * describe where you lived when you a student at the University. * Recommend the best way for him or are to look for accommodation. * Him or her of mistakes students make when choosing accommodation. You do not need to write any addresses

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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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Write a letter to your friend who is moving to a new home. 1. You have time to help her 2. How can you help her move? 3. Ask questions about new home?

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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 •describe what you enjoyed most about your stay • suggest when and where you could meet next

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You recently stayed at your friend’s place, to look after the house while he/she is away. You accidentally damaged something in his/her house. Write a letter to your friend. In your letter, you should: * describe what the accident was * explain when it happened * suggest how the damage can be fixed.

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Write a letter to your friend help him deciding whether to go to college or to try to get a job.

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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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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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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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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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