These days many of us throw damaged things away, whereas in the past people used to repair damaged things and keep them for a long time. Explain why you think this change has happened. what are the effects of this change in attitude?
A local company has initiated a huge construction project near your house.
Write a letter to your local council. In your letter:
• Introduce yourself;
• Explain that the works disturb you and your neighbors;
• Suggest solutions to the problem.
Write at least 150 words.
You do NOT need to write any addresses.
Begin your letter as follows:
Dear ....,
You want to volunteer to help the old people of your community. An organization in your area works for the benefit of old people. Write a letter to the in-charge of that organization explaining
- Why do you want to help
- How can you help them
- When will you be available
Write a letter to translation agency about the report to be translated urgently.
In your letter, you should:
•explain the content of letter
- The letter is technical review of Windshield design of new car, Due to the recent issue of unpleasant sound in car cockpit, as the sealing of the glass is not adequate
•why you need translated report
- most engineers are french and preferred technical document in french
•why do you need it urgently. -and need to resolve issue as the car is in production and any delay in resolving this issue could cost company a fortune.
Every year your company organize a sports event for a local community but this year they can't do it. Write a letter to your local newspaper about this:
-Express your feelings about missing the sports event
-tell them your plan for the next year
-explain how this sports event is useful
You recently purchased a product online, but when it arrived, it was damaged or not working properly.
Write a letter to the customer service department of the company. In your letter:
•Explain what product you bought and when
•Describe the problems with the product
•Say what action you would like the company to take
You have seen an advertisement from a couple, who live in Australia, for someone to teach their children your language for a year.
Write a letter to the couple. In your letter
•Explain why you think you would be suitable for the job
•Say what else you could do for the family
•Give your reasons for wanting the job
You have heard about plans to build new apartments in a public park near your home. You want to give your opinion about this.
Write a letter to the editor of your local newspaper. In your letter
Explain how you learnt about these plans
Say what you think of the park
Give our opinion on the plans
You recently attended a series of English lessons in a language school. However, you were unhappy with the teaching quality.
Write a letter to the director of the school. In your letter:
•explain why you chose to study English at the school
•describe the problems you had with the lessons
• suggest how the classes could be improved
Online education is becoming more and more popular. Some people claim that e-learning has so many benefits that it will one day replace face-to-face education. Others say that traditional education is irreplaceable. Discuss both views and give your own opinion. Give reasons for your answer and include any relevant examples from your own experience.
A friend wants to get some information about an elementary school where one of your cousins studies. Write a letter to this friend. In your letter, •say why this school is a good elementary school •mention how expensive it is • explain why your friend should get his/her child admitted there
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 mnager. 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
Five months ago, you started renting an apartment on a six-month agreement. You now wish to stay in the apartment for longer than the six months you originally agreed with the owner.
Write a letter to the owner of your apartment. In your letter
say how long you now want to rent the apartment for
explain why your plans have changed
tell the owner about a problem in the apartment
A museum near your home is looking for people to do part-time voluntary or unpaid work.
you would like to do some voluntary or 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 work and the museum
describe some skills and equality you have that would be useful .
give details of when you would be available for work .
You recently attended a meeting at a hotel. When you returned 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 think you left the paper
•explain why they are so important
•tell the manager what you want him/her to do
1. Your friend recently moved to the same town where your friend lives. Please write a letter to invite your friend to go to the gym together. In your letter
o describe why you go to this gym
o say what part of this gym you recommend
o explain why you think it is suitable for your friend
Your neighbors have recently written to you to complain about the noise from your flat.
Write a letter to your neighbors. In your letter
explain the reasons for the noise
apologise
describe what action you will take
Your neighbors have recently written to you to complain about the noise from your house/ flat.
Write a letter to your neighbors. In your letter
explain the reasons for the noise
apologies
describe what action you will take
You live in a room in college which you share with another student. However, there are many problems with this arrangement and you find it very difficult to work.
Write a letter to the accommodation officer at the college. In the letter,
• explain your problems and why it is difficult to work
A museum newr your home is looking for people to do part-time voluntary/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 voluntary/unpaid work at the museum
describe some skills and qualities you have that would be useful
give details of when you woule be available for work
Write at least 150words.
You do not need to write any addresses.
You should spend about 20 minutes on this task. Write at least 150 words.
You recently went to a restaurant but think you could have left your credit card behind.
Write to the restaurant. In your letter
•Tell them when you went there
•Describe where you think you may have left the credit card
•Explain what you would like the restaurant to do
You do NOT need to write any addresses.
You are studying mathematics at university and have an assignment next week. You have been sick.
Write a letter to your teacher sking for an extension on your assignment. In the letter,
· explain that you are a student of mathematics class
· explain that you have been sick
· ask for an extension
Begin your letter with
Dear …,
You recently attended a family celebration at a hotel. Although the event went well, you were not satisfied with the hotel facilities.
Write a letter to the hotel manager. In your letter:
say what the occasion was and when it took place
mention what you liked about the event
explain why you were unhappy with the hotel facilities
suggest how the hotel can improve its service
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 until midnight.
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
Discuss the way in which colour can affect our emotions and explain how understanding this can be applied in everyday life
The image below explains the process of how pollutants from modern life become acid rain that in turn pollutes the environment and the food chain. Summarise the information by selecting and reporting the main features, and make comparisons where relevant
Your friend would like to visit you but unfortunately you are not free when they want to come. Write a letter to your friend.
Apologise
Explain why you are busy
Suggest another time
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
Begin your letter as follows: Dear Joan,
You should write at least 150 words. You should spend about 20 minutes on this task.
Some people claim that not enough of the waste from hokes is recycled. They say that the only way to increase recycling is for governments to make it a legal requirement. To what extent do you think laws are needed to make people recycle more of their waste?
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 rent a flat with your friend who is moving out. It is too expensive for you to pay the rent alone.
Write a letter to your landlord. In your letter:
1. Explain the situation.
2. Describe why you would like to stay in this flat.
3. Ask the landlord if you can find another flatmate.
Write at least 150 words. You do not need to write any addresses.
Begin you letter as follows: Dear_______,
You were hurt in a minor accident in a supermarket and you wish to make a complaint.
Write a letter to the manager of the supermarket. In your letter:
give details about who you are
give details about the accident
suggest how the supermarket could prevent similar accidents.
the system used for rubbish collection in your local area is not working properly. this is causing problems for you and your neighbours. write a letter to the local rubbish collection system is not working properly.
write a letter to the local council. in your letter
describe how the ruubish collection system is not working properly
explain how this is affecting you and your neighbours
suugest what should be done about the problem
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
You should write at least 150 words.
You do NOT need to write any addresses. Begin your letter as follows:
Dear Sir or Madam,
It’s generally believed that success in fields such as art and sport can only be achieved if a person has natural talent. However, it’s sometimes claimed that any child can be taught to become a good sports person or artist. Discuss both these views and give your opinion.
In today's very competitive world, a worker has to possess multiple skills to succeed. Among the skills that a worker should possess, which skill do you think is more important, social skills or good qualifications? Explain the reason and provide specific examples to support your answer.
Many people say that the only way to guarantee getting a good job is to complete a course of university education. Others claim that it is better to start after school and gain experience in the world of work. How far do you agree or disagree with the above view?
ou are looking for a part-time job. Write a letter to an employment agency.
In your letter:
- introduce yourself
- explain what sort of job you would like
- say what experience and skills you have
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 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
Your office building doesn’t have enough parking spaces. Write a letter to your manager. In your letter:
· explain the problem
· suggest a solution
· say why more parking spaces would benefit all employees
You recently stayed at a hotel and were disappointed with the service you received. Write a letter to the hotel manager. In your letter: explain why you were at the hotel describe the problems you faced say what you would like the manager to do
Last month you had a holiday overseas where you stayed with a friend. He/She has just sent you some photos of your holiday. Write a letter to your friend. In your letter
● thank him/her for the photos and for the holiday
● explain why you didn’t write earlier
● invite them to come and stay with you
You experienced an incident on public transport that caused you distress. Write a letter to the manager of the public transport company.
In your letter
▪ describe the incident
▪ explain how this incident affected you
▪ suggest what could be done about it
A friend is expecting you to stay with him in two weeks time, but unfortunately you forgot that you have a business trip at the same time. Write a letter to your friend.
In your letter,
- apologize and say that you cannot come to visit
- explain why you will not be able to visit
- suggest another time that you could visit
It is generally believed that some people are born with certain talent, for instance for sport or music and others are not. However, it is sometimes claimed that any child can be taught to become a good sports or musician. Discuss both these views and give your own opinion.
A restaurant has placed an advertisement for waiters and waitresses in your local newspaper. You should spend about 20 minutes on this task. Write a letter to the restaurant, applying for the job. In your letter:
explain what you are currently doing
describe your suitability for this area of work
say when you can attend an interview.
You have just read an article in a national newspaper which claims that town centres in your country all look very similar to each other. You don’t fully agree with this opinion.
Write a letter to the editor of the newspaper. In your letter,
•say which points in the article you agree with
•explain ways in which your town centre is different from most other town centres
•offer to give a guided tour of your town to the writer of the article
Write at least 150 words.
You do NOT need to write any addresses.
Begin your letter as follows:
Dear Sir or Madam,
More and more people claim that modern work patterns are a source of stress. What do you think are the causes of this? Can you suggest some possible solutions?
You have won a holiday to Hawaii with one extra ticket. Write a letter to someone to invite them along with you. In the letter:
– Explain what has happened and that you would like them to come
– Give details of when the trip will take place
– Inform the person of the things they will need for the trip