WRITING TASK 1
You should spend about 20 minutes on this task.
You recently bought a second-hand car from a company that sells used cars, but the car developed some problems. You have phoned, left messages and sent emails, but you have not heard anything from the company that sold you the car.
Write a letter to the manager. In your letter
•explain the problems you have had in contacting the company, and explain your dissatisfaction
•describe the problems with the car
• tell the manager what you want him to do
You should write at least 150 words.
You do NOT need to write any addresses. Begin your letter as follows:
Dear Sir or Madam,
1.You recently took a trip with a taxi company. The driver behaved in an unacceptable way and you had a lot of problems. You complained to the company but no one has replied to your complaint. Write a letter to the taxi company. In your letter
osay why you are writing and how you feel
o explain what happened
o tell them what you would like them to do.
The diagrams below show two hostel rooms that can be occupied by several people. Summarise the information by selecting and reporting the main features, and make comparison where relevant.
Topic: Computers today can quickly and accurately translate languages, therefore, it is a waste of time to learn a foreign language. To what extent do you agree or disagree?
Your friend is involved in an import/export business. You have some ideas that might be helpful. Write to him/her and say
– Suggest a product and explain what is good about it.
– Tell him/her about the product in your country.
– Advise what he/she should do with this product.
The mass media, including television, radio and newspapers, has great influence in shaping people's ideas and their minds.To what extent do you agree or disagree with this statement?Give reasons for your answer.
An increasing number of advertisements on TV aim at children. What are the effects of television advertising? Should television advertising be controlled?
write a letter to the manager of a hotel , who has given an advertisment in the newspaper for a vacancy of Chef.
There is a problem with the road outside of your house. Write a letter to your local councillor. In your letter
- Introduce yourself
- Explain what the problem is
- Tell the councillor what you would like to be done.
The maps below show changes in the Spanish city of Castellon in recent times. https://writing9.com/_next/image?url=https%3A%2F%2Fimages.writing9.com%2Fe19743b1d92f50278b046184cf56eb68.png&w=640&q=75
you recently received a letter fron you bank that should have contained a new credit card. Unfortunately, the card was not in the letter.
Write a letter to your bank manager. I your letter,
Explain what has happened
suggest the credit card should be cancelled for security reasons
ask when a new credit card can be sent to you.
Some scientists believe that in the future computer will be more intellectual than human being. While some see this as a positive development of other worry about negative consequences. Discuss both views and give your opinion.
Television is dangerous because it destroys family life and any sense of community; instead of visiting people or talking with our family we just watch television. To what extent do you agree or disagree with this opinion?
News editors decide what to broadcast on television and what to print in newspapers. What factors do you think influence these decisions? Do we become used to bad news? Would it be better if more good news was reported? Use your own ideas, knowledge and experience and support your arguments with examples and relevant evidence.
You recently organised 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
• say what the participants liked about the hotel
• explain why they were unhappy about the food
• suggest what the manage should clo to improve the foocl in future
Read the statements below. Do you agree or disagree with it? Why? Identify at least two reasons. Traditional written exams are the most effective way to measure intelligence. maximum 50 words.
You were sent by your company to attend a meeting in another country, but you are not happy with the hotel your organizer booked for you. Write a letter to an organizer about the
meeting details
What you did not like about the hotel
what you want organizer to do about it?
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 him/her your other news.
Begin your letter as follows: Dear ___________,
Giving Detail Information of Crime in newspaper and on television has bad consequences, some suggest that government should impose some restriction on them. What extent you agree or disagree?
Computers and A.I. technology are increasingly being used for online education. Can artificial intelligence enhance the learning experience? Is this a positive or negative development?
Some people believe that what children watch on television influences their behaviour. Others say that amount of time spent watching television influences their behavior. Discuss both views and give own opinion.
You are interested in applying for a scholarship program to study at a foreign University.
Write a letter to inquire about the course. In your letter:
* explain which course you are interested in
- tell what you know about the University
* explain why you should receive the scholarship
You travelled by plane last week and your suit case was lost. You have still heard nothing from the airline company.
Write to the airline and describe what happened.
Describe your suitcase and tell them what was in it.
Find out what they are going to do about it.
Many people believe that television programs are no value for children. Do you agree? Why and why not? Provide reasons and examples to support your response.
Computers today can quickly and accurately translate languages; therefore, it is a waste to learn a foreign language. To what extent do you agree or disagree?
some people believe that television programmes are of no real value for children . how far do you agree or disagree?
The pie charts portray the level of visitor satisfaction about customer services was recorded in a survey at the Parkway Hotel in 2005 and 2010.
Mobile phones and the Internet have made it easy to stay in contact with other people. However, as a lot of time is spent using telephones and computers, there is less face-to-face contact and direct communication. Is the growing use of communications technology a positive or a negative development for society ?
You have arranged a meeting with a business partner. Unfortunately, you have to change the arrangement.
Write a letter to your business partner. In your letter,
apologise for the changes
explain the reason why the changes were needed
explain the new arrangement
People are having more free time and more money available to spend on leisure events. A considerable amount of capital is being spent by humans in participating in cultural or sports activities. This essay will discuss the reasons why this is an excellent way to spent money in order to grow as an individual in various areas of life such as psychological health and emotional intelligence.
Write a letter
You are looking for part-time job at a football club
Write a letter in about 150-200 words to the manager of the football club. Your email should do the following
1)Introduce yourself
2)Explain what experience and special skills you have
3)Tell him/her when you think you could start
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
Some people think that the traditional skill of writing letters will
disappear completely.
To what extent do you agree or disagree? How important do you think is letter-writing?
The pie charts below show the devices people in the 18 to 25 age group use to watch television in a European country in two different years. Summarise the information by selecting and reporting the main features, and make comparisons where relevant.
Schools concentrate far too much on traditional subject which do not adequately prepare students for the realistic demands of modern working world. To what extent do you agree or disagree
The amount of sport, shown on television every week has increased significantly and this is having an impact on live sport events. Do you think the benefits of having more televised sport are greater than the disadvantages?
You are having a party. Write an invitation letter to your friend. In your message you should
• explain why you are having the party
• tell her when and where it is
• say who will be there
• what to bring/wear etc
Write a letter
You recently went on a trip with a friend and you both took some photographs. Write a letter to your friend. In your letter
-ask your friend to send you one of the photographs.
-explain why you need that particular photograph
-and tell your friend what happened to your copy of it.
You had just missed a friend’s party, write a letter to apologise.
In your letter, you should:
· apologise to your friend
· explain why you couldn’t attend the party
· tell her what steps you will take to avoid missing it in the future.
You live near a public school. The school has asked residents to help with the maintenance of school buildings and play areas. Write a letter to the principal.
In your letter
explain why you would like to help
tell them how you can help
let them know when you are available.
Write a letter to the cinema manager to inform him/ her that you have lost your bag in the cinema. In your letter you should
- tell exactly what happened and when
- explain where you think you left the bag
- ask the manager to help find your bag.
Write a letter to your friend. In your letter,
tell him which team won
describe the conditions on the day
say how you felt about the match
Robots and artifical intelligence are veing developed to replace humans in the workplace. Why is this happen? Do you think this will have a positive or negative impact on society?
Compare the advantages and disadvantages of three of the following as media for communication information. State which you consider to be the most effective. Comic, books, radio, television, film, theater.
Watching a live performance such as a play, concert, or sporting event is more enjoyable than watching the same event on television. To what extent do you agree or disagree?
You recently moved to a new address. You want to tell a friend who lives in another city about your new home. Write a letter to your friend. In your letter: explain why you moved, describe your new home, invite your friend to visit you.
17. Some people think that a persons improve their intellectual skills more when doing a group activity. To what extend do you agree.
Some say that news has no connection with most people's life and it is a waste of time for most of us to read newspapers and watch television news programs. DO YOU AGREE OR DISAGREE?
In many countries, children are engaged in some kinds of paid work. Some people regard this as completely wrong. While others concider it as valuable work experience important for learning and taking responsibility. What are your opinion on this issue
You are going to visit New Zealand for ana 'English and Homestay' program. You have just received details of your homestay host family.
Write your first letter to the family. In your letter
• introduce yourself
• ask the family some questions to get information that is important to you
• tell the family about your arrival date and time