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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Write a letter to your friend advising how to improve her eating habits and keep fit. Write your letter with 150 words.

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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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Your friend wants to send her/his child to learn music. He/she asked you for some information about the music academy that you went to. Write him/her a letter. You should: - Describe the music school - Suggest a teacher or a class to go to - Explain why you recommend it.

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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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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 You do NOT need to write any addresses

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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 help you find a job

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You should spend about 20 minutes on this task. You recently received a letter from a friend asking for advice about whether to go to college or to try to get a job. You think he/she should get a job. Write a letter to this friend. In your letter: say why he/she would not enjoy going to college explain why getting a job is a good idea for him/her suggest types of job that would be suitable for him/her Write at least 150 words.

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You have seen an advertisement in an Australian magazine for someone to live with a family for six months and look after their six-year-old child. Write a letter to the parents. In your letter · explain why you would like the job · give details of why you would be a suitable person to employ · say how you would spend your free time while you are in Australia

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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 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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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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Your friend has just moved to a new house. Write a letter to your friend and let him know about the gift that you have prepared for him/her. In your letter, you should: -describe the gift -tell how it will be delivered -explain why you chose it.

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

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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 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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You recently took a long vacation. In your absence, a friend did you a huge favor. Write a letter thanking your friend. In your letter: ·       Explain what the favor was ·       Describe how this favor helped you ·       Offer compensation Write at least 150 words. You do NOT need to write any addresses. Begin your letter as follows: Dear ___,

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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 are planning to visit another country. A member of your family lives in that country. Write to them and ask for some information. in your letter, -Identify when you last saw them -Explain where you plan to go and ask if they have any suggestions -Ask if they would like to come

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Your friend is about to move into a new house. Write a letter to your friend. In your letter offer to help him/her to move explain how exactly you can help ask him/her some questions about the new house

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You have just learned that your friend has recently become engaged. Write a letter to your friend. In your letter ● tell him/her how you found out ● explain how you feel about the news ● organise to meet your friend for a celebration. Begin your letter as follows: Dear ___________, (301)

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You looked after a friend’s house while he/she was away on holidays. While you were there, you broke one of the windows. Write to your friend. In the letter, Explain what happened Apologise for breaking the window Say how you are going to fix the issue

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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 your friend who lives in another country and in your letter: 1) invite him/her to a public event in your country. 2) Describe the public event. 3) Explain about other plans you have for your friend when he/she will visit.

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Your English-speaking friend has asked for your help with a college project he or she is doing about celebrating Nes Year in different countries. write a letter to your friend. in your letter write a letter to your friend. In your letter : Say how important new year is to people in your country . Describe now new year is celebrated in your country . Explain what you like about New Year celebrations in your country.

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A friend of yours is thinking of going to a camping holiday for the first time this summer. He has asked for your advice. Write a letter to your friend. In your letter: *Explain why you think your friend would enjoy camping holiday *describe some possible disadvantages *say whether you would like to go on camping with your friend this summer

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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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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 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 you’ve chosen your friend to go with you.

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You want to hold a surprise party for a friend who is visiting his hometown after a long time from a foreign country. Write a letter to a common friend asking for his help in organizing the party and in your letter: Write the reasons for organizing the party Describe when, where and how you would be organizing the party Ask your friend to meet you in person for further discussions

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You have stayed at a friend’s house last weekend and forgot your watch there. Write a letter to this friend. In your letter, •thank him/her for the hospitality • describe your watch and say where you could have left it • suggest a way how to get it back

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Write a letter to the parents. In your letter Explain why you would like the job Give details of why you would be a suitable person to employ Say how you would spend your free time while you are in Australia

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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

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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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Your friend has just won a sizeable amount of money in the lottery. She would like your advice as to how to spend it. Write a letter to your friend. In your letter, -congratulate him/her on their win -give practical advice on how to spend the money -advise him/her on benefits/drawbacks associated with large wins

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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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You recently receive a letter from a friend asking for advice about whether to go to college or to try a get a job. You think she/he 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 are leaving your job and would like to recommend your friend apply for your position. 
Write a letter to your friend. In your letter: * ·  describe the job * ·  explain the reason you are leaving * ·  tell him/her why you would recommend the job to them

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A friend has invited you to a party, but you are busy on the day it's being held. Write a letter to your friend. In your letter: • Apologise for not being able to attend. • Explain why you're busy. • Invite your friend to do something else with you. Write at least 150 words. You do not need to write any addresses. Begin your letter with: Dear ...

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You urgently need a document translated into a different language. You have a friend who speaks that language. Write a letter to your friend. In your letter: · explain what the document is · explain why you need the document translated · ask your friend if he/she will be able to help you

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You arranges to visit a friend in Canada but an important event at homa now means that you mjst change the dates of the visit. Write a letter to your friend. In your letter: - explain the important event - apologise 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 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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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.

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Instructions
Read the question below and write a letter.
You should spend about 20 minutes on this task.
Write at least 150 words. You stayed at your friend’s house when you participated in a business seminar in the other city. You mistakenly left a file with important documents at their house.
Write a letter to your friend,
describing the file, tell them why it is important.
ask him/her to return it to you by post.

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A friend has agreed to look after your six year old son, house and pet while you are working abroad for two weeks. Write a letter to your friend. In your letter • give instructions about your son with his everyday school routine • give instructions about how to care for your pet • give instructions about other household duties 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 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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One of your friends invited you for a meal with his/ her family in their home. Write a letter to your friend Thank him and tell them what you have enjoyed the most How do you feel about his/her family Suggest him/her to visit you

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An Australian friend is coming to visit you, and it will be his/her birthday during the visit. Write a letter to your friend. In your letter: • say how you feel about the visit? • suggest what you could do on his/her birthday? • ask what your friend thinks of your idea? Write at least 150 words You do not need to write any addresses Begin your letter as follows Dear….

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Writing Task 1 The parents of your Austral/an 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. Write at least 150 words. You do NOT need to write any addresses. Begin your letter as follows: Dear Mr and Mrs Collins,

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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 suggestion for sightseeing options.

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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 and recommend a good place for a holiday that you have visited before. You should say: where you went where you stayed and what you can do there.

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

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A friend of yours is thinking of going on a camping holiday for the first time this summer. HelShe 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 who is looking for a part time job to support his studies. In your letter - Describe the job you found for him/her - Explain why this job is good for him/her - Say what he/she needs to do to get the job

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

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2. You have moved to a new place. Write a letter to a friend giving reason why you moved to that place. Describe that place. Invite your friend to visit you.

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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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You were invited to go out by your friend. Due to some reason you couldn’t go. Write a letter apologizing for this and suggest a new time and place to meet. In your letter, you should: apologize explain reasons on why you can’t make it suggest a new time and place to meet.

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The parents of your Australian firend Chris have invited you to a surprise birthday party for 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 the of a paln to see Chris at a different time

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

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Your English-speaking friend who lives in your town has asked for your advice about learning a new sport.Write an 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 You do NOT need to write any addresses.

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A friend has agreed to look after your house and child while you go out drinking. Write a letter to your friend. In your letter: Give contact details for when you are away. Give instructions on how to take care of your child. Describe other household duties.

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Write a letter to friend to inform them of a celebration you are having for a recent job promotion. Include information about

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

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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:

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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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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 invite a friend for some time in a month.But that is not a convenient time for visiting. Write a letter to your friend to invite you on another date. 1.Write a reason 2.apologize 3.suggest another day

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You arranged to visit a friend in England 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; apologise for the situation; suggest a new arrangement.

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Write a letter inviting your friend to a family function. Tell him/her: -What the occasion is -What your plans are -Why it is important he/she comes

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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 key to the apartment give your friend some instruction about using your apartment recommend some places to go

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Write a letter to Invite a Friend to a Picnic Explain where and when the picnic will take place. Describe what activities or food will be there. Ask your friend to confirm if they can come.

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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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You have seen an advertisement in an Australian magazine for someone to live with a family for six months and look after their six- years old child. write a letter to the parents. In your letter -explain why you would like the job - give details of why you would be suitable person to employ - say how you would spend your free time while you are in Australia

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Afriend has agreed to look after 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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A friend from abroad is visiting your country next month. She is planning to stay with you, but you cannot accomodate her. Write a letter to her. Tell her the reasons. Aplogise Make alternative arrangements.

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Write a letter to your friend who is an amateur musician. In your letter o● ask your friend to perform at the wedding o● describe why he/she would be suitable for this event o ● explain how your friend will be compensated if they agree.

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you have been offered a job overseas that you applied for. Write a letter to your friend who is already knows about that job as well. .Tell what kind of job it is .explain why you applied for this job .ask your friend about the country

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You said you would attend a friend's dinner party but you did not go. Write a letter to your friend. In the letter: - Apologize for not attending - Explain why you did not attend - Say what you will do to make up for it

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

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A friend of yours is thinking of going on a camping holiday for the first time this summer. He/ She has asked for your advice. Write a letter to your friend. In your letter:  Explain why you think your friend would enjoy a camping holiday  Describe some possible disadvantages  Say whether you would like to go camping with your friend this summer

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Your friend wants to send her/his child to leam music. He/she asked you for some information about the music academy that you went to Write him/her a letter. You should -Describe the music school -Suggest a teacheror a class to go to - Explain why you recommend it

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Your frined invited you to his/her birthday party , but your are not able to attend. write a letter to your friend

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Write a letter to your friend who is planning to visit your hometown, giving them information on things to do and see while they are there

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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

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You are going to another country to study. You would like to do a part-time jobwhile 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 friendcould help you finda job

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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 150 letters.

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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 are about to move to an English-speaking country to study. You have a friend living there and you want to find a part-time job. Write a letter to your friend - Explaining your scholar plans, - Your reasons to get a part-time job, - Suggest how he/she can help you finding a job.

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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.

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Write a letter to your friend who lives in a different country about your plan to work overseas. In your letter explain: What jobs do you plan to do? Why do you want to work overseas? Ask for some information related to jobs, such as salary, working hours and so on

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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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A friend of yours is thinking about applying for the same course that you did at university. He/She asked for your advice about studying this subject. Write a letter to ur friend and in your letter: . Give details of course you took at university . Explain why you recommend the university . Give some advice about how to apply.

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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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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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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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You play a team sport with some friends. Last week a member of the team had an accident and wasn't able to play with you Write a letter to your friend. In your letter: Tell him which team won Describe the weather conditions that day Say how you felt about the match Write at least 150 words. You do NOT need to write any addresses. Begin your letter as follows: Dear ___,

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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

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