Why

50 Latest Why IELTS Topics

Nowadays museums are mainly visited by foreigners or tourists, not by local people. Why do you think this is the case? What can be done to attract local visitors?

formal

You have recently applied for a course at a college and have been accepted. However, you cannot join the course due to some reasons. Write a letter to the principal of the college. In your letter: which course you have been applied for why you cannot join the course ask about the possibility of the course in the future

semi-formal

You recently booked a part-time course at a college. You now need to cancel your booking. Write a letter to the college adminisllator. In your letter • say which part-time course you booked • explain why you need to cancel your booking • ask about booking a different course Write at least 150 words. You do NOT need to write any addresses. Begin your letter as follows: Dear Sir or Madam,

formal

You are going to have a family party in a private room in a hotel. Write a letter to the hotel manager. In your letter, say: why you need to use this private room what do you need them to provide for the party inquire about the price of the food you are ordering

Opinion

Today more people are opting for cosmetic surgeries, hair colouring and other cosmetics. Why is this the case? Do you think this development is positive or negative?

Opinion

People try to change their look by changing the colour of their hair using cosmetics, wearing jewellery or even having a plastic surgery done. Why do you think people do it? Do you think changing a look is a good thing.

formal

You recently returned from oversea by air and left a valuable item on the plane. Write a letter to the airline manager. In your letter .Describe the item you left behind .Say why it is important to you .Explain what you would like the airline manager to do Write at least 150 words.

semi-formal

You have been invited to a networking conference for your field of work. Write a letter to your boss. In your letter: Describe the invitation you received and why it is important to you Explain why the conference would be beneficial for you and the company Ask for the company for time off to attend and to cover some of the travel costs.

Opinion

Many museums and historical sites are mostly visited by foreign tourists, but not by local people. Why do you think it happens? What can be done to attract local people to these sites?

Opinion

More and more people are moving from rural areas to cities in search of better life, but city has its own problems. Why do you think they move to cities? Suggest solutions

formal

You work for a company and have recently decided to leave your current employment. Write a letter to your employer. In your letter explain why you are writing explain why you have decided to leave the company When you are going to leave

formal

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 say why you are writing and how you feel explain what happened tell them what you would like them to do.

formal

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 papers • Explain why they are so important • Tell the manager what you want him /her to do

formal

Write a letter to the company to complain about the poor service you received from its employee. In your letter, express: why you went to the shop/office how the employees behaved to offend you what you expect the company to do

informal

The parents of your Austalian 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

Opinion

Robots and artificial intelligence are being developed to replace humans in the workplace. Why this is happening? Do you think this will have a positive or negative impact on society?

formal

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 well you know your friend • describe the qualification and experience that your friend has • explain why your friend would be suitable for this job.

formal

Write a letter to the director of your company to recommend a group in your local community which deserves help. In your letter, you should tell: why you suggest helping this group how your company can help this group what the beneﬁts your company will in return for.

formal

You recently missed a flight. You think this was the fault of the airlines. Write a letter to the airline. In your letter - explain why you believe the airline was at fault - describe the impact this had on your journey - say what you want the airline to do. Write at least 150 words. You do NOT need to write any addresses. Begin you letter as follows: Dear Sir or Madam,

formal

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 papers " explain why they are so importa nt "' tell the manager what you want him/her to do

formal

Your internet connection has been slow and intermittent Write a letter to your internet service provider to complain about. In the letter: – Describe the problem and why you are unhappy – Arrange for an engineer to visit your home – Request a reduction in your bill

Opinion

Some people fail in school, but end up being successful in life. Why do you think this case? What is the most important thing to success in life?

formal

Your office building doesn't have parking available. Write a letter to the manager. In your letter: Explain the problem Suggest a solution Say why parking will benefit all employees

formal

You saw a brochure for a one-week walking tour in the mountains. You're very interested in taking part, but you're not very fit and are worried you wouldn't be able to keep up. Write to the tour operator. In your letter: • Explain why you're interested in the tour. • Ask for information about dates and prices. • Express your concerns about your fitness level. You do not need to write any addresses. Begin your letter as follows:

formal

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

multiple

The pie chart below shows the main reasons why agricultural land becomes less productive. The table shows how these causes affected three regions of the world during the 1900s. Summarise the informaion by selecting and reporting the main features, and make comparisons where relevant.

formal

Write a letter of complaint to the owner, Mark Davies, explaining why you feel the experience was unsatisfactory and what you would like to be done

Opinion

In many countries people tend to move overseas or move to a different part of their country after their retirement. Discuss why it is so and the outcomes of this situation. Provide specific reasons and examples to support your opinion.

semi-formal

You recently completed a course and you borrowed a book from your teacher which you couldn’t return in time. You would like to return the book now. Write a letter to your teacher and say: What book was it? How helpful was the book? Explain why you couldn’t return it in time.

multiple

The chart below show the result of a survey of adult education. The fist chart shows the reasons why adult decide to study. The pie chart shows how people think the costs of adult education should be shared. Write a report for a university lecturer, describing the information show below.

Opinion

In many countries government are interesting in new technology to deal with the public. Why is this happening Do you think this is an appreciate use of government money?

semi-formal

A local college is having an international day. You want to speak about your country to students from different cultures. Write a letter to the college head. In your letter: Tell him/her about the topics that you are going to talk about Explain why they would be of interest to the students Ask about any arrangements that you need to make to give the talk

semi-formal

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

formal

You have recently ordered an item from the internet, but are not happy with the purchase. Write to the company. In your letter •Describe what you purchased •Explain why you are not happy with the purchase •Tell them what you would like them to do about the situation

informal

Write a letter to an English speaking friend explaining why you changed jobs 1: Explain why you changed the job 2: Describe your new job 3: Tell your other news

informal

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

formal

You should spend about 20 minutes on this task. You have just read an article in an international travel magazine which contained some information about your town that is incorrect. Write a letter to the editor of the magazine. In your letter: correct the information in the article explain why it is important for the magazine to give correct information suggest what the magazine should do about this situation Write at least 150 words

Problem and Solution

Children nowadays watch significantly more television than those in the past, which reduces their activities levels accordingly. Why is this case? What measures can you suggest to encourage higher levels of activity among children?

formal

There is a new company inviting applications for vacancies. Write an application letter. You should: - explain why you are writing the letter - list your capabilities and qualifications - point out what time you are available

informal

Topic:- you recently receiy a letter from a friend asking for advice about whether to go to college or to try to get a job.you think he/she should get a job. Write a letter to this friend .IN your letter •say why he/she would not enjoy going to college •explain why getting a job is a good for him/her •suggest type of job that would be suitable for him/her

semi-formal

After being involved in an accident, you were looked after by a person you did not know before. Write a special thank you letter. In your letter:  Introduce yourself and let him / her know why you are writing to him / her  Express your gratitude  Offer him / her to visit your home with his / her family

formal

You have been teaching English in Vietnam. Your contract with the university is to terminate and you want to continue teaching in Ho Chi Minh City. Write to a university to seek a position. In your letter: - Introduce yourself - Explain what experience and special skills you have - Explain why you are interested in the job

formal

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 Guve 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.

informal

Write a letter to friend for explaining about you left your coat at his place. How would you like to get it back and why it is uergent.

Opinion

More and more people nowadays visit well-known places to take photographs of themselves, without looking at the place. Why do you think this happen? Is it a positive or negative trend?

semi-formal

Your colleague found another job and invited you to his/her farewell party. Unfortunately, you are unable to attend it. Write a letter to him/her and say – Why can’t you attend the party? – Why did you enjoy working with him/her? – Offer him/her to meet some other time.

formal

You have just come back from a long bus trip. You were unhappy with the service. Write a letter of complaint to the bus company stating your reason for writing the letter describing why you are unhappy making suggestions for improvement.

Opinion

In some schools and universities, girls tend to choose art subjects (e.r. literature) and boys tend to choose science subjects (e.g physics) Why do you think this is so? Should this tendency be changed?

informal

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

formal

You ordered two items through the internet and you received two different items. Write a letter to the manager: Explain about what you ordered. Ask why the two other items were different. Ask about how he would solve this problem.

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