WRITING TASK 1
You should spend about 20 minutes on this task.
A friend told you recently that he/she had gone to an excellent restaurant. You wonder if this restaurant will be suitable for your birthday party next week.
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,
You recently visited the zoological park and had an uncanny experience , as the man died by falling in the tiger enclosure. You were not able to do anything at that point, but wanted to show your concern for the safety of the visitors. Write an email to director of Zoological park in about 150-200 words. Your email should do the following. 1)Give a description of the incident 2)Complain about the short fencing 3)Show your concern for the safety of the visitors.
The charts below show the males arrested over 5 years and the reasons for most recent arrests
You recently moved to a new city . Write a letter to your friend about your experience.
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
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 should write atleat 150 words
Maps below show the changes In the Spanish city Castellion in recent times. Summarize information by selecting and reporting the main features, and make comparisons where relevant.
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
During a recent plane journey, you sat next to a businessman who owns a chain of restaurants. You talked to him and he suggested that you should contact him about a possible job in one of his restaurants.
Write a letter to this businessman.
In your letter,
remind him when and where you met
tell him what kind of job you are interested in
say why you think you would be suitable for the job
You do NOT need to write any addresses.
Begin your letter as follows:
Dear ..................,
In recent years, more and more people are choosing to read e books rather than paper books. Do the advantages outweigh disadvantages?
Blood sports (any spots involving Killing or shedding of blood as bullfighting, cockfighting or hunting)have become hot topic for debate in recent years as society develops it is increasingly seen as an uncivilized activity and cruel to the helpless animals that are killed.blood sports should be banned. TO WHAT EXTENT DO YOU AGREE OR DISAGREE
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
You recently enjoyed a meal at an expensive restaurant, and you were impressed with the good service you received. Write a letter to the restaurant manager. In your letter:
•Explain the circumstances of your visit to the restaurant.
•Describe the service you received.
• Say what you would like the manger to do.
You recently took a plane to a holiday in a foreign city, and on arrival you found that your luggage
was lost. You did not receive your luggage until the last day of your holiday. Write to the airline,
•complaining about this situation
•saying why it caused you problems
•seeking suitable compensation
Begin your letter ‘Dear --------’
Do not write any addresses
Some claim newspapers are the best means to get the most recent information because they have more influence than other forms of media. To what extent do you agree or disagree?
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
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
-briefly describe the new house and garden
-say why you like your new house.
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 :
Explain the importance of paper.
Tell them where you think you have forgotten them
Suggest a solution.
Task 1
Write a letter to the manager of your local bus service. They have recently made some changes to the bus services which created inconveniences for you. In your letter, explain:
what are the changes
what are the problems you are facing
what part of the service would you like to change
Write at least 150 words. You get 20 minutes to complete this task.
You recently graduated from university. You have just been interviewed for a new job. The interviewers liked you and they are interested in hiring you. First, however, you need a letter of reference from a teacher at your university that explains your strengths. Write an email of about 150–200 words to your university teacher and ask for a reference letter. Your email should do the following things: remind the teacher about who you are, provide information about your interview, ask for a reference
A couple has recently moved into the apartment on the floor you live. You were away when they moved in and now you want to invite them for dinner.
Write a letter to the couple. In your letter
• introduce yourself to them
• give details of your apartment
• invite them for dinner
You do NOT need to write any addresses.
Begin your letter as follows:
Dear ………….,
The local supermarket you shop at has recently done some renovations to improve the appearance of the store; however, the layout of the store is completely different now, and it is hard to find the products you are looking for. Write an email to the store manager and do the following things: • Congratulate him/her on the store’s new appearance. • Complain about the new layout of the store. • Offer a suggestion on how the store could be improved.
You have recently started work in a new company.
Write a letter to your friend. In your letter:
Explain why you changed jobs
Describe your new job
Tell him/her your other news
Write at least 150 words. You do NOT need to write any addresses.
Begin your letter as follows:
Dear ___,
“In recent years, more and more people are choosing to read e-books rather than paper books. Do the advantages outweigh the disadvantages?”
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
Thanks or acceptance
You recently spent the week on holiday at your friend’s new house.
Write a letter to your friend. In your letter:
•Say what you like about his new house
•Say what you enjoyed most about your holiday
•Suggest when and where you could meet next
Informal
In recent years many governments has brought in laws to ban smoking in public places, such as bars, restaurants and offices. To what extent do you agree or disagree with banning smoking in public places?
You work in an office and have recently been experiencing a health problem. You think that the problem started because of the working conditions in the office. Write a letter to your manager. In your letter
Describe the health problem.
Explain why you think it was cause by conditions in the office.
Suggest what the manager should do to improve the working conditions in the office.
Recent advances in medical science have resulted in increased life expectancy over the past few years. Do you think the advantages outweigh the disadvantages?
You recently stayed your friend's place,to look after the house while he is away. You accidentally damaged something in his house write a letter to your friend.
Many high street shops have gone out of business in recent years. Why do you think this has happened? Is it a possitive or negative development?
You should spend about 20 minutes on this task.
During a recent plane journey, you sat next to a businessman who owns a chain of restaurants. You talked to him and he suggested that you should contact him about a possible job in one of his restaurants.
Write a letter to this businessman. In your letter,
remind him when and where you met
tell him what kind of job you are interested in
say why you think you would be suitable for the job
Write at least 150 words.
Your company recently used a hotel for an important meeting.
There was a problem with the facilities in the meeting room.
Write a letter to the hotel manager. In your letter-
-give details about this meeting,
-describe the problem with the meeting room facilities,
-say what you want the manager to do?
You were recently impressed by a staff member at a supermarket. Write a letter to the manager of the supermarket. In your letter: • Describe the situation • Explain how you were helped • State what you are going to do as a result of this good experience
You and your neighbours have noticed that the rubbish collection services where you live have recently been quite bad.
Write a letter to your local council. In your letter,
– explain what you have recently experienced
– explain what the neighbours have recently experienced
– ask what action will be taken to improve the service
In recent years, many small local shops have closed because customers travel to larg shopping centers or malls to do their shopping . Is this a positive or a negative development?
Question= In recent times,many people are making the decision to live alone? What are the cause of this? Does it have positive or negative effects on society?
Write a letter to your friend about a book that you have read recently. Include the following in your letter:
- Describe the book.
- Why do you want him/her to read it?
- Tell him/her how to get the book.
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
You have recently moved to a new place and haven’t got a chance to tell your friend. Write a letter to your friend,
Where and why you move from there
Compare your new place to old
Where do u live now
You recently moved to a new city to start your studies. You would like to find a part-time job to support yourself during your time there. Write a letter to a friend who already lives in the city and ask for some help.
In your letter, include:
Details of your study plans
The reasons why you'd like to get a part-time job.
Suggestions on how your friend could help you find a suitable job
(Livia) You have a problem with a recently hired employee in your workplace. Write a letter to the HR manager. In your letter
– Describe the problem the new employee has caused
– Explain how other colleagues feel about the new employee’s conduct
– Say how you expect the manager to address the situation.
In recent years, life has become more stressful than it has ever been. As a consequence, more and more people are suffering from stress-related problems. What factors are contributing to this increase and what do you think can be done to overcome the current problem.
*With recent developments in technology like e-books, some people feel that printed media like books, newspapers, and magazines will soon be a thing of the past. Others feel that these form of media will never disappear. What is your opinion?*
You were recently helped by an employee at the airport, write to the airport manager. In your letter:-
- describe the problem
- Talk about how you were helped
- Suggest how to reward the employee
“You recently visited a place that had a strong impact on you.
Write a letter to a friend about the place.
In your letter
explain where the place was and how you got there
“describe what you saw
offer to take your friend there
You recently organized an all day meeting for your company, which took place in a local hotel. In their feedback, participants at the meeting said that they liked the hotel, but they were unhappy about the food that was served for lunch.
Write a letter to the manager of the hotel. In your letter:
1) say what the participants liked about the hotel.
2) explain why they were unhappy about the food.
3) suggest what the manager should do to improve the food for the future.
write at least 150 words.
you do not need to write any adresses
Begin your letter as follows:
Dear Sir or Madam,
On a recent holiday, you lost a valuable item. Fortunately, you have a travel insurance to cover the cost of anything lost. •Describe the item you lost •Explain how you lost is •Tell the insurance company what you would like them to do
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 have recently opened up a shop in your area and as an advertisement campaign. You would like to send a letter to all potential customers.
Introduce your shop
Introduce your services
And offer a special discount for the new customers.
Write your letter in an appropriate style and format in 150 words on your answer sheet.