General Training Task 1
You should spend about 20 minutes on this task.
You recently hired a restaurant to host an office party at work, but there were several problems with the food and service.
Write a letter to the restaurant manager. In your letter:
Give details of the food and services you ordered
Describe the problems that occurred
Explain what you want the restaurant to do
Write at least 150 words
You do NOT need to write any addresses.
Begin your letter as follows:
Dear Sir or Madam
It is recommended by some lawmakers to punish the parents in place of their children who have commited less serious crimes like disorderly conducts or theft. They say that this will force parents to become more responsible in taking care of their children. Do you agree or disagree? Use specific reasons and details to support your answer.
There are now detailed reports about crimes on TV and newspapers. Some people say that crime details should be restricted in the media. To what extent do you agree or disagree with this opinion?
You want to rent out a small apartment to a family, and you have decided to advertise it.
Write a letter to the editor of a local newspaper asking to advertise your ad on the front page of the newspaper. In your letter,
give details of the ad that you want to publish
mention that you want the ad to be published on the front page
say how you would like to pay for the advertisement
You recently took part in a training course. The organiser of the course has asked for some feedback. Write a letter to the organiser of the course. In your letter:
●give details of the course you took part in
●say what you found useful on the course
●suggest ways the course could be improved
Write a letter to the manager of the hotel. In your letter:
give details of what went wrong
explain what you had to do to overcome the problem at the time
say what action you would like the manager to take
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
Write at least 150 word
You're a business owner and you want to buy an expensive technology for your company. Write a letter to producer factory to find out more details about the machine.
The table below gives details of world electricity production by renewable sources in the four years between 2009 and 2012. Summarize the information by selecting and reporting the main features and making comparisons where relevant.
You have recently attended a marriage ceremony in your country. You have an English-speaking friend who you want to describe your experience of attending this marriage ceremony.
Write a letter to this English-speaking friend. In your letter,
whose marriage ceremony it was
give details of this marriage ceremony
invite your friend to come and visit your country
Write at least 150 words.
You do NOT need to write any addresses.
Begin your letter as follows:
Dear …………………..,
You recently travelled by train on a long journey and you experienced various problems. Write a letter to the train company's head office.
In your letter,
- Give the details of your journey, including the date, time and where you sat
- explain the problems that happened and express your dissatisfaction
- ask about what action will be taken to improve the service
You recently noticed a local restaurant that was offering a part-time job .
Write a letter to the restaurant's manager. In your letter,
–explain that you would like to apply for the job
–give some details of any relevant experience that you have
–specify the days and times that would suit you
You have recently ordered a book online, but the book was delayed and has not arrived yet. Write a letter to the company manager. In the letter, you should:
– give the details of your order.
– explain why you need the book urgently.
– suggest a solution for the situation.
Write a letter
You and your friends are planning to go to Dubai on vacation. You have to arrange the best hotel therefore, you want the details of the room and other facilities in the hotel.
Write a letter to Hotel manager in about 150-200 words your email should do the following things
1.Request him to provide details of the hotel
2.Write about the room and any special needs such as smoking or non-smoking room.
The parents of your Australian friend Chris have invited you to a surprise birthday party for him/her. Write a letter to Chris’s parents.
In your letter:
say why you think Chris will enjoy the surprise party
explain why you won’t be able to attend the party
give details of a plan to see Chris at a different time
Detailed reporting of crime has bad effects. Consequently, such details should not be reported in the media. To what extent do you agree or disagree?
The graph below shows the percentage of secondary school teachers under 30 years of age in four countries between 2010 and 2017. Provide an overview of the information by identifying and describing the key details, and include comparisons where appropriate.
You study at a college in the city centre. You use public transport to get to the college but the bus service you use has changed. Write a letter to the manager of the bus company. In the letter,
-Say who you are and the details of service you use
-Explain the problem with the bus service
-Suggest what you think the manager should do
You saw an advertisement for a short course in computer programming located in another city.
Write a letter to the course administrator and ask for more information.
In your letter:
introduce yourself and explain why you are interested in the course
ask for details about the course schedule and accommodation options
ask about the total cost and any entry requirementsv
You are going on a short course to a training college abroad. It is a college that you have not been to before. Write a letter to the accommodation officer. In your letter, give details of your course and your arrival/departure date explain your accommodation needs ask for information about getting to and from the college.
Some people think that media have the right to publish details of people's private lives, while others think it should be controlled. Discuss both views.
The charts below illustrate the global market share of three computer operating systems (OS) compared to other systems from 2012 to 2015.Provide an overview of the information by identifying and describing the key details, and include comparisons where appropriate.
you want to study in another country in some university. you need an accommodation to stay. your friend is studying in the same university. write a letter to your friend . in your letter:
give the details about your study plans.
what type of accommodation are you looking for.
suggest how our friend can search a place for you.
The parents of your Australian friend Chris have invited you to a surprise birthday party for him/her.
Write a letter to Chris’s parents. In your letter
Say why you think Chris will enjoy the surprise party.
Explain why you won’t be able to attend the party.
Give details of a plan and see Chris at a different time.
Begin your letter as : Dear Mr and Mrs Collins,
You should spend about 20 minutes on this task. Write at least 150 words.
You would like to rent a car for a holiday.
Write to the car rental agency. In your letter
•Explain what type of car you would like
•Give details of when you would like the car
•Request more information about the cost
You and some friends ate a meal at a restaurant to celebrate a special occasion, and you were very pleased with the food and service.
Write a letter to the restaurant manager. In your letter:
Given details of your visit to the restaurant
Explain the reason for the celebration
Say what was good about the food and the service.
You learned a piece of news from your friend regarding a part-time job at a new International company near your house.
Write a letter to that company.
In your letter, you should
*Explain why you need that job.
*Give the details what you can do for the company.
*Suggest the time that you can work.
Write a letter to a financial organization that gives money to students who would like to take a part-time course. Mention
- qualifications and work experience
- details about the course
- how this course will help you
You recently noticed a local restaurant that was offering a part-time job.
Write a letter to the restaurant's manager. In your letter,
-explain that you would like to apply for the job
-give some details of any relevant experience that you have
-specify the days and times that would suit you
you and your family have just come back from a holiday staying in a rented apartment overlooking the sea. The apartment was very unsatisfactory.
Write a letter of complaint to the manager of the agency from which you rented the apartment. In your letter,
– give details of the things that were unsatisfactory
– explain the reactions of the members of your family
– ask the manager what he/she is going to do about the situation
Your local council is considering closing a sports and leisure center that it runs, in order to save money.
Write a letter to the local council. In your letter:
•give details of how you and your friends or family use the center
*explain why the sports leisure center is important for the local community
•describe the possible effects on local people if the center closes
Your local council is considering closing a sports and leisure centre that it runs, in order to save money.
Write a letter to the local council. In your letter give details of how you and your friends or family use the centre
explain why the centre is important for the local community
describe the possible effects on local people if the centre closes
U recently attended short course at college and left an electronic device behind in the classroom. Write an email to the course administrator. In your letter
1-Give details of the course u attended and explain what happened.
2-Describe the device and where u left it
3- Tell the course administrator what would u like him to do
You have been offered a place at a university and wish to find suitable accommodation. Write a letter to the accommodation officer including the following information:
the type of accommodation you wish to find
some details about yourself
any special requirements you may have and any other relevant information.
Write a letter to the museum director to apply for the voluntary/unpaid work. In your letter,
explain why you want to do voluntary/unpaid work at the museum
describe some skills and qualities you have that would be useful
give details of when you would be available for work
Write at least 150 words.
You do NOT need to write any addresses.
Begin your letter as follows:
Dear Sir or Madam,
Your local council is considering closing a sports and leisure centre that it runs, in order to save money.
Write a letter to the local council. In your letter,
give details of how you and your friends or family use the centre
explain why the sports and leisure centre is important for the local community
describe the possible effects on local people if the centre closes
You should write at least 150 words.
You do NOT need to write your own addresses.
Begin your letter as follows:
Dear Sir or Madam,
You and some friends ate a meal at a restaurant to celebrate a special occasion, and you were very pleased with the food and services. Write a letter to the restaurant manager. In your letter
Give details of your visit to the restaurant
Explain the reason for the celebration
Say what was good about the food and the services
Do you think business should hire employees who will spend their entire lives working for the same company ?Explain why do you agree or disagree use specific reasons and details to support your answer
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
You and some friends ate a meal at a restaurant to celebrate a special occasion, and you were very pleased with the food and service.
Write a letter to the restaurant manager. In your letter:
give details of your visit to the restaurant
explain the reason for the celebration
say what was good about the food and the service
Write at least 150 words.
Dear Sir/ Madam,
LETTER TOPIC You recently noticed a local restaurant that was offering
part-time .job.
Write a letter to the restaurant's manager. In your letter,
- explain that you would like to apply for the job
-give some details of any relevant experience that you have
- specify the days and times that would suit
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 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
For the past year, you have been a member of a local club. Now you want to discontinue
your membership.
Write a letter to the club secretary. In your letter
● state what type of membership you have and how you have paid for this
● give details of how you have benefited from the club
● explain why you want to leave
You are planning a business trip to another city. Write a letter to the manager of a local hotel to make arrangements for your stay. In your letter:
Introduce yourself and your company
Provide the details of your stay (dates, type of room, etc.)
Explain any special requests you have
Write at least 150 words. You do NOT need to write any addresses.
Some students do very well at school and never have problems while others fall behind. Are they capable of handling this challenge themselves or should teachers and parents help them? Use specific reasons and details to support your answer.
Your local council is considering closing a sports and leisure centre that it runs, in order to save money.
Write a letter to the local council. In your letter
-Give details of how you and your friends or family use the centre
-Explain why the sports and leisure centre is important for the local community
-Describe the possible effects on local people if the centre closes.
A museum near your home is looking for people to do part-time voluntaryl unpaid work. You would like to do some voluntary/unpaid work at the museum.
Write a letter to the museum director to apply for the voluntary/unpaid work. In your letter• explain why you want to do voluntary/unpaid work at the museum • describe some skills and qualities you have that would be useful • give details of when you would be available for work
some people give praise to famous scientists and mathematicians. others think more highly of literary authors and artists than scientists or mathematicians. which group of professionals do you regard more highly and why? include specific details and examples to support your choice.
Many students choose to attend schools or universities outside their home countries. Why do some students study abroad? Use specific reasons and details to support your answer.
You are organizing a conference for your company. Write a letter to a colleague asking him/her to give a presentation during the conference. -Describe what this conference is about -Why you want him/her to give a presentation -Give details about the conference