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A magazine wants to include contributions from its readers for an article called ‘The book that influenced me most’. Write a letter to the editor of the magazine about the book that influenced you most. In your letter •Describe what this book was about •Explain how this book influenced you •Say whether this book would be likely to influence other people

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Dear Sir/Madam, I am writing
this
 letter to share my thoughts on the
book
 that has had the greatest impact on me: 'The Gita'.
This
book
 is a conversation between Lord Krishna and his student Arjuna on the battlefield.
Although
 it
is
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was
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 written by Valmiki, it was narrated to him by Lord Ganesha. The
book
 is divided into different chapters that cover various aspects of life. It has taught me to have a positive outlook in difficult situations and to take responsibility for my own happiness. It has
also
 inspired me to choose the ethical path, no matter how challenging it may be. I strongly believe that everyone should read
this
book
 at least once. It has the power to bring calmness in our stressful lives, where people are often focused on making money rather than finding true happiness within themselves. Yours sincerely, Neha
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task achievement
Consider providing more specific examples of how 'The Gita' influenced you personally. For instance, mention an instance where its teachings helped you navigate a particular challenge.
coherence cohesion
Ensure that each paragraph focuses on a single idea and that transitions between ideas are more clearly defined. This will enhance the logical flow of your letter.
task achievement
The letter maintains a suitable formal tone throughout, which is appropriate for correspondence with a magazine editor.
coherence cohesion
The structure of the letter, including a proper greeting and closing, helps maintain clarity and readability.

Word Count

IELTS says that you should write a minimum of 150 words in writing task 1. If you go under word count you will lose marks in task response.

A very long letter will not give you a higher band score.

Aim for between 160 to 190 words in writing task 1. This will ensure a concise letter and will be realistic in terms of time management. You have only 20 minutes to write the letter and you need around 5 minutes of planning time, so you will not be able to write a long letter in 15 minutes.

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Topic Vocabulary:
  • genre
  • plot
  • main characters
  • themes
  • notable awards
  • recognitions
  • perspective
  • behaviors
  • goals
  • personal anecdotes
  • impact
  • universal themes
  • resonate
  • wide audience
  • specific groups
  • young adults
  • professionals
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