You are employed by a large restaurant chain. Your line manager has written to you to ask your opinion on plans for the yearly staff trip in the coming winter. There are two options to choose from and your manager would like feedback on which you think is best. Option A: Take all the employees to a local restaurant with a small charge to each employee. Option B: Have a ‘pot luck’ dinner at the office, where everyone brings a dish that they have bought or prepared.
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
The parents of your Australian friend Chris have invited you to a surprise party 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.
You recently attended a training course for your work. Your employer has asked you for your feedback on the training course.
Write a letter to your employer. In your letter
-remind your employer what the course was about
-explain why the course was useful to you in your work
-suggest why the course may not be suitable for some of your other colleagues
You ordered an item from an online shop three weeks ago. The shop said you would get the item two days later but you have not received it yet. Last week you sent an email about the situation to the shop, but you did not receive a reply.
Write a letter to the manager. In your letter
explain the situation
complain about the bad service
ask for immediate delivery of your order or your money back
Your company has sent you on a three-month course in another country. The course is coming to an end but you would like to prolong your stay. Write a letter to your manager, in your letter:
Describe how the course has benefited you
Explain why you would like to delay your return
Suggest a date when you would like to come back
It is not wise for an industry to replace its experienced but old workers with new and young yet inexperienced individuals. To what extent do you agree or disagree?
There have been several complaints about the reception area where visitors to your company arrive. Your manager has asked you to suggest how the reception area could be improved.
Write a letter to your manager. In your letter
•Describe the complaints that have been made.
•Say why the reception area is important.
•Suggest how the area could be improved.
You and your family are living in rented accommodation in an English speaking country. You are not satisfied with the condition of some of the furniture.
Write a letter to your friend. In your letter
-introduce yourself
-explain what is wrong with the furniture
-say what action you would like the landlord to take
Write at least 150 words.
You do NOT need to write any addresses.
Begin your letter as follows:
Dear ................. ,
You recently attended a meeting at a hotel. When you returned home, you realized you had left some important documents at the hotel.
Write a letter to the manager of the hotel. In your letter:
Explain the situation
Describe the documents
Say what action you would like the manager to take
You do NOT need to write any addresses. Begin your letter as follows:
Dear Sir/Madam,
You recently went shopping at the local supermarket. When you got home and noticed your bill, you found that you had been charged for items you did not purchase. Write a letter to the supermarket manager explaining what has happened. Tell the manager you are not able to collect the refund and suggest a refund method and say what do you want him to do
You are living in a University residence, and you have a problem with the high levels of noise from
a new campus restaurant which is open late at night. Write a letter to the governor of the
University. In your letter,
Complain about the situation
Say why this is a problem
And propose ways to reduce the noise
Begin your letter ‘Dear --------’
Do not write any addresses
Write at least 150 words
You are a parent and you need information about a school trip your child is going on.
Write a letter to the class teacher. In your letter
introduce yourself
explain what information you are looking for
inform the teacher about any specific needs your child has
You do NOT need to write any addresses.
Begin your letter as follows:
Dear…………….. ,
One of your friends wants to apply for a job at a summer school camp as a sports trainer. Write a letter to the camp manager to recommend your friend.
In your letter
•say how well you know your friend
•describe the qualifications and experience that your friend has
•explain why your friend would be suitable for this job.
You celebrated your birthday with some friends last week in a restaurant. It was a great success and you and your friends enjoyed the evening very much. Write a letter to the restaurant to thank them. Mention the food, service and the atmosphere. Also suggest any improvements to make things better. You should You do NOT need to write your own address.
TASK 1
A friend has written you to ask for advice about a problem at work. You have had a similar problem in the past.
Write a letter to your friend.
• Tell your friend you understand the problem
• Explain what happened to you in the past
• Suggest possible solutions to the problem.
Write at least 150 words
You do not need to write any addresses,
Begin your letter as follows:
Dear …..
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 letters
• 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 have just enrolled in a 12 week English class, but have found that
you have a family problem and you will have to return home. Write to
the school. In your letter
Explain what has happened
Request a refund
Ask whether you will be able to return at a later date
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
A friend of yours has always admired your car. You have now decided to sell it. Write a letter to your friend to ask if he is interested in buying your car. In your letter, • explain why you are selling your car • describe the good points and any bad points about your car • suggest the friend visits you to see and drive your car
Last week, you celebrated your birthday with some friends in a restaurant. It was a great success and you and your friends enjoyed yourselves very much.
Write a letter to the restaurant. In your letter
•mention the food and service
•explain that you really enjoyed the atmosphere
•suggest any improvements to make things better
Nowadays many young people choose to work in farming industry. Why do you think that is? How could young people be encouraged to work in this industry?
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 absent
- say when you are coming back
You have heard that your company is organising a language training abroad for a limited number of participants. Write a letter of interest
state your position in the company
explain why they should include you in the training
Explain how training could benefit you and your company.
You want to sell your bicycle. Your friend has told you that his cousin might like to buy it from you.
Write a letter to your friend’s cousin. In your letter
explain why you are selling the bicycle
describe the bicycle and how much it will cost
suggest a date when your friend’s cousin can come and see the bicycle
You have an extended family and every year you all get together to go on a family trip for a week. Your uncle is in charge of the plans this year and you would like to suggest a place you have visited.
Write a letter to your uncle. In your letter:
suggest the place you recommend
describe your experience in this place
mention what you could do there
A company has asked for permission from the local Council to built a factory in your area. Write a letter to the local Council stating that you and your neighbours think this is a bad idea. State what problem this might cause Explain where the factory should be constructed Explain what you want the Council to Do
You are a student at a language school in New Zealand studying Business English. Part of the course is a summer work placement programme. Unfortunately, you have just learnt from the school that this programme has now been cancelled.
Write a letter to the School Principal. In your letter:
state your reason for writing
describe the problem and your concerns
explain what you would like the Principal to do.
You recently went shopping at a department store and you were disrespected by one of the employees .
Write a complaint letter to the sales manager of the department store.
In your letter you should
Let him know about the rude behaviour of the clerk
Clearly state how it happened
And tell the manager about the bad behavioir
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.
A Piece of equipment you use at home for your work is causing problems , write a letter to company/shop. Describe the problem, explain how it’s affecting your work and what would you like the company to do. write 150 words.
It has been claimed that workers over 50 are responsive to rapidly changing ideas in the modern workplace and that this reason younger workers are to be preferred. To what extent would you support or reject this idea?
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.
Write a letter to the parent 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
Many students now work whilst they are studying in college or university. This often results in them having less time to concentrate on their education as feeling under pressure. What are some of the causes of this? What solution could you suggest?
A close friend told you recently about a major argument she has had with her parents
Write a letter to your friend. In your letter
•Explain that you understand the reasons why they argued.
•Describe a similar situation that happened to you once.
•Suggest some activities to clear your friend up.
You and some of your friends want to start a weekly dance club, and you have found a hall that would be suitable to hold your meetings. Write a letter of the hall. In your letter:
Explain the dance project
Ask if it is possible to rent the hall and under what terms
State what day and times you would like to use the hall
You are going to spend your vacation in Rome, Italy. Your friend's grandfather lives there and has offered to let you stay in his apartment. Write a letter to your friend's grandfather. In your letter: Thank him for the offer but politely decline infrom him of when you will be in Rome and your travel plans invite him for an outing.
Your friend invited you to his/her birthday party, but you are unable to attend.
Write a letter apologizing for your absence. In your letter:
State why you cannot go
Explain 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
You and your relatives are planning to spend a weekend at a seaside hotel.
Write a letter to the hotel making the arrangements. Let them know when you will be arriving and leaving, what type of rooms you would like, and ask them how much the weekend will cost. Also enquire about activities and places of interest near the hotel.
You are renting a house in an English-speaking country, and the landlord has been helpful during your stay. Now your friend is interested in renting your place. Please write a letter to your landlord to inform your friend that you will be moving out.
Tell your landlord that you are leaving and explain why.
Thank you landlord for being helpful
Recommend your friend as a prospective tenant.
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 service.
You recently attended a meeting at a hotel. When you return home, you found you had left some important papers at the hotel.
Write a letter to the manager of the hotel. In your letter
Say where you left the paper
Explain why they are so important
Tell the manager what you want him/her to do
Your local college is organizing an event on International Student’s Day.
Write a letter to the organizer and say:
•What topics would you like them to cover?
•Why would it be interesting for students?
• Ask questions about the arrangement
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
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
Write at least 150 words.
You do NOT need to write any addresses.
Begin your letter as follows:
Dear Mr and Mrs ....................,
In many countries the problem of drug-taking is increasing. Governments and the general public are particularly concerned about young people using illegal drugs such as marijuana, ecstasy and heroin. What methods could be used to prevent young people from taking drugs? Is it appropriate to send young drug-users to prison? Give reasons for your answer.
A friend of yours has a son/ daughter who recently graduated and is now applying for jobs. Your friend has asked you to give their son / daughter some advice about applying for a job. Write a letter to your friend’s son / daughter. In your letter give some advice about applying for a job explain why these things are important suggest a time and place you can meet to talk about this Write 150 words.
Some people think that while travelling foreign country one shouldn’t stay in hotels because you cannot grasp the culture. Give reasons, prevalent example from personal life and your opinion.
15 Traffic and housing problems are major cities could be solved by moving a large company and factories and their employees to the countryside. To what extend, did you agree or disagree with this opinion.
You recently moved house and you used a removal Company to help you move your belongings. However, some of your things were damaged in the move. Write a letter to the manager of the removal company. In your letter,
•Give details of the move
•Describe the damage
•Say what you would like the manager to do.