IELTS General Writing Task 1 informal Topics/Questions 2025

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This section presents a list of common IELTS General Writing Task 1 informal topics. All these topics were added in 2025 by students who took the IELTS recently. Pick a random topic and start practicing and improving your writing skills.

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

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You should spend about 20 minutes on this task. You have a Facebook friend living in another country and s/he is curious to learn about a major news item in your country. Write a letter to your Facebook friend. In your letter describe a news story in your country explain why people are interested in it say how the story personally relates to you 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 recently moved to a different house.Write a letter to an English-speaking friend. In your letterexplain why you have moveddescribe the new houseinvite your friend to come and visit

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

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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, Explain your situation, Say why you feel unsure about living in the city Ask some questions about life in the city.

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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 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 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 lette to this friend. In your letter Say why he/she would not enjoy college explain why getting a good job is a good idea for him/her suggest types job that would be suitable for him/her

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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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You read an article in a magazine recently which might be useful for you and your friend's job. Write a letter to your friend and say -Describe an article and its content, explain why it is good for you, why would it be helpful for your friend?

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

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You are living in a city in a foreign country, and a friend from your home country is soon coming to visit you for several days. Write an email to your friend, asking him or her to bring some things from home which you need saying why you need them making arrangements to meet Begin your letter ‘Dear --------’

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A friend is considering buying a house nearby, but you have decided to leave the area due to a rise in crime. Write a letter to your friend advising them not to move into the neighbourhood. In your letter: – Recommend that your friend not go ahead with the purchase – Give the reasons behind your decision to leave – Suggest possible alternative areas that you know

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You and your friend recently went on a holiday together. You have a problem with your photos taken during the holiday. Write a letter to ask your friend for a particular photo and say What is a problem with that photograph of yours Which photo would you like from him/her Why do you need this photo

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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 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 Australiac

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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 you letter, - invite him to stay and suggest a date - briefly describe the new house and garden - say why you like your new house. You should write atleast 150 words. You do not need to write any addresses. Begin you letter as follows:

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You are planning a holiday in another country and would like a friend to accompany you. Write a letter to the friend asking him/her to join you and explain: invitation - Why are you taking a holiday? - What is your holiday plan? Explain, simples/ future - Why would you like him/her to go with you?

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Write a letter to your friend who lives in another country and in your letter,
 - invite him or her to a public event in your country 
 - describe the public event 
 - explain other plans you have for your friend when he or she visits.

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

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You should spend about 20 minutes on this task. You would like to stay at a friend’s house for a short time as you are visiting his/her city and don’t want to stay in a hotel. Write a letter to your friend. In your letter: • Request to stay at your friend’s house • Explain why you would like to stay • offer your friend some kind of remuneration for letting you stay. Write at least 150 words.

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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 Begin your letter as follows: Dear _________

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Band 8 A freiend of yours is thinking of going on a camping holiday for the first time this summer. He has asked for your advice. Write a letter to your friend. th 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 has been offered a place on a cource at the university where you studied. He/she would like your advice about finding a place to live. Write an letter to your friend Describe where you lived when you were a student at the university Recommend the best way to for him/her to look for accommodation Warn him/her of mistakes students make when choosing accomodation

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

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

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You recently took a trip. In your absence, a friend did you a big favour. Write a letter thanking them. In your letter incluce: - What the favour was - How this favour helped you - an offer of compensation

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You are going to another country to study. You would like to do a part-time job while you are studying, so you want to ask a friend who lives there for some help. Write a letter to this friend. In your letter - give details of your study plans - explain why you want to get a part-time job - suggest how your friend could help you find a job Write at least 150 words. You do NOT need to write any addresses. Begin your letter as follows: Dear _______,

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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. - Recommend a driving school. - Give any extra guidelines/tips You should write at least 150 words.

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

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

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One of your friends recently had a birthday celebration, but you missed it and you forgot to tell your friend that you couldn't attend. Write a letter to your friend. In your letter: - apologise for missing the birthday celebration; - explain why you missed it and why you didn't tell your friend; - and say what you would like to do to show that you are sorry

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

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

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You have 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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You have seen an advertisement in an Australian magazine. For someone to live with a family for 6 months and look after their 6 years old child. Write a letter to the parents. explain why you would like the job give details of why you should be a suitable person to employ say how you would spend your free time while you are in Australia Dear sir or Madam,

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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

informal
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

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You had dinner with a family friend. Write a letter to your friend to say What you liked about the dinner Your feelings about their family Invite your friend and their family to your place

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Write a letter to a friend to inform him/her about a job opening in your company. Describe the job; 1) write about the job. 2) How is it suitable for your friend? 3) How to apply for the job.

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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 to stay * Give advice about what to do * Give information about what clothes to bring

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You have recently moved into a new house. You want to tell your friend about your good news. Write to your friend. In the letter: • Describe the house. • Describe the neighbourhood. • Invite your friend to come and see the house. You do not need to write any addresses. Begin your letter as follows: Dear ..., You shou

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

informal
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 of yours recently gave you a nice birthday present. Write a letter to your friend. In your letter, – thank her for the present and say why you particularly like it – describe some other presents that you received – explain some of the things you did on your birthday

informal
You should spend about 20 minutes on this task. You were late for a friend’s wedding recently and would like to explain why. Write a letter to your friend. In your letter: • apologize for being late • explain the reason why you were late • suggest some activities you could do together when you both have time 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 received an important document that needs to be translated. Write a letter to your friend and ask him/her to translate this important document for you. In your letter, explain - •why it is important for you • how fast you need it back • why you need his/her expertise

informal
You have seen an advertisement in an Australian magazine for someone to live with a family for 6 months and look after their 6 year old kid. 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 recently took a long vacation. In your absence a friend did you a huge favor. Write a letter thanking to your friend. ın your letter: Explain what the favor was Desribe how this favor helped you Offer compansation Write at least 150 word

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

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You are invited to a party, however, because of some reasons you didn’t attend. Write a letter to the friend who invites you: (1) explain the reason why you didn’t go; (2) express your apology; (3) ask about some details in the party.

informal
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

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

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

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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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An Australian friend is coming to visit you and it will be his/her birthday during the vist write a letter to your friend Say how you feel about the visit Suggest what you could do on his/her birthday Ask what your friend thinks of this idea

informal
Write a letter to your friend. In your letter Recommend the best time of year to visit and why Describe the types of accommodation your friend could choose Say what you would like to show your friend in your country Write at least 150 words. You do NOT need to write any addresses.

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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’ve received a letter from your English pen-friend in which he/she accepts your invitation to come and stay with you in Ukraine for a week. Write a letter to your pen￾friend and say – when the best time to come is and why – what tourist atractions there are in your area – what activities he/she could enjoy during the visit

informal
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 himlher your other news

informal
You have recently been offered a job in Canada living with a family for 6 months and looking after their six-year-old child. Write a letter to your friend. In your letter, tell him/her why do you want this job, explain how you will spend your free time in Canada, and invite your friend to visit you when you are in Canada

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You recently received an invitation to a dinner party at your friend's house. Write a letter to accept the invitation. In your letter: - explain why you are accepting the invitation - describe why you are looking forward to the dinner party - offer to bring a dish to share Write at least 150 words. You do not need to write any addresses.

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You have recently moved into a new house. You want to tell your friend about your good news. Write to your friend. In the letter: • Describe the house. • Describe the neighbourhood. • Invite your friend to come and see the house. You do not need to write any addresses. Begin your letter as follows: Dear ...,

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Your friend has asked you to help find a music teacher for their child. Write to your friend describing the teacher you have found. Explain why they are suitable Explain their background Explaing how they can get in touch

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Your English-speaking friend has asked for your help with a college project he/she is doing about celebra;ng New Year in different countries. Write a letter to your friend. In your letter • say how important New Year is to people in your country • describe how New Year is celebrated in your country • explain what you like about New Year celebra;ons in your country

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You are planning to take a vacation. Write a letter to a friend. In your letter •describe the vacation spot you have chosen •explain how you plan to spend your time there •invite your friend to join you on your vacation Begin your letter as follows: Dear Raj

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

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You have some time off work and are hoping to visit a close friend, Stephanie, for a few days. Write a letter to your friend. In your letter • suggest spending time together • explain why you have time to do this • propose some activities Write at least 150 words. You do NOT need to write any addresses. Begin your letter as follows: Dear Stephanie,

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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 ___,

informal
You have recently changed your job and started working for a new company. Write a letter to an English-speaking friend. In your letter: •explain why you changed your previous job •describe your new job •tell him/her your other news

informal
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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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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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...,

informal
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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Your friend has a travel company and would like you to come and work with him. Write a letter replying to your friend's offer. In your letter: explain what you know about your friend's company choose whether you accept or decline the offer give reasons for your choice Write at least 150 words. You do NOT need to write any addresses. Begin your letter as follows: Dear ..................,

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You were late for a friend’s wedding recently and would like to explain why. Write a letter to your friend. In your letter: •apologize for being late •explain the reason why you were late •suggest some activities you could do together when you both have time You do NOT need to write any addresses. Begin your letter as follows: Dear .....................,

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Essay topics: 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 *try to find out what you friend thinks of your idea

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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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You are getting married later this year. You want to invite your friend to the wedding. Write a letter to this friend. In your letter ● tell your friend that you are getting married ● tell them when and where the wedding will take place ● ask them to help you prepare for the wedding in some way

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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 your 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

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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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1-04: Task 1 letter to a friend asking for his help to make a website. In your letter, you should: describe what kind of website you want say when you want the site to be done explain how vital the website is to you.

informal
Write a letter to your friend, •You have relocated to a different land. •Informing you have joined a course. •Why this course will be helpful to him.

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Your friend asked you for some help for the preparation of a party that he/she is going to throw at his/her home. Write a letter to your friend asking: *What can you help with? *What will you bring for the party? *When you have time to help. Begin your letter with: Dear.........., Write at least 150 words.

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You recently received a letter from a friend asking for advice about whether to go to college or 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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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 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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An english speaking friend has written to you to ask you how yours studies are going write a letter to the friend. tell your friend how you are preparing for the exam/ tell him/her how you feel about it tell him /her your expectations.

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An English-speaking friend wants to spend two weeks holiday in your region and has written asking for information and advice. You have to write a letter. In your letter, * offer to find somewhere for your friend to stay. * give advice as what to do and see in the area. * give information about what clothes to bring.

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One of your friends wants to apply for a job involving working with foreign teenagers. Write a letter of recommendation: How long you have known your friend Something about your friend personality Why you think your friend would make a good employee.

informal
You have seen an advertisement in an Australia 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

informal
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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Write an informal letter to a friend who has invited who has invited you to come and stay with him on your next holiday. You are too busy to accept the invitation in 150 words

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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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Your friend has started a new import-export business venture abroad. He has requested your suggestions on the same. Write a letter to your friend. In your letter, suggest some products from your company give him details about their availability tell him why he should take up your suggestion

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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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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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