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You recently read an article in a newspaper about your childhood friend with whom you have lost contact for a long time. Write a letter to the editor. In your letter: ● Say which edition and when did the article appear ● Explain why you lost contact with your friend ● Say how you want them to help you to get back in touch

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Dear sir, I came across one of the articles published in your journal about Jane Margaret
last
 Thursday. I am really interested in getting more
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 about the person mentioned in it because she is an old-time friend whom I have lost contact with for more than two decades now. To be precise, it was in the 5th edition for the year released on the 27th of June, 2024 at exactly 5:30pm on Tuesday evening. It first appeared on your Telegram page and was later aired on television the same day.
However
, it seems the interview with Jane was not complete as it was stated
at the end
 of the text that more details would be posted on your Twitter account by the end of August. Jane was a childhood friend, we attended the same primary school and were classmates. I lost contact with her after I travelled out of England to Australia for my college and university education. I have made several efforts to look for her online via several social media but all to no avail. I would appreciate it if you could help me get in touch with her again. I believe you would have access to her since she was featured on your media page.
Also
, It would be a great favour if you could forward my attached details, phone number and email to her so that she could contact me herself. Thanks for your anticipated support and I look forward to your response. Yours faithfully. Moses.
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In the introduction, you could make it clearer by mentioning the article was in The Daily Herald (or any other fictional newspaper), giving it a name for context. This will also help clarify the edition and date reference.
coherence cohesion
Consider breaking the paragraphs further for better readability. For example, when switching from why you lost contact to how you want the editor to help, a new paragraph would enhance clarity.
task achievement
The letter covers all required points, providing clear information about the article's edition, the reason for losing contact, and how you want to reconnect.
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The tone of the letter is polite and appropriate for the context, which is crucial for formal letters.
coherence cohesion
The letter flows logically from one point to another, maintaining coherence.
coherence cohesion
The introduction and closing statements are well-structured and courteous, adding to the overall effectiveness.

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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