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You recently moved to a new house and you want to invite an old friend to stay with you. Type 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

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Dear Daniel, I hope you're doing well! I’m writing to share some exciting news—I’ve
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 moved into my new home, and I’d love for you to come and stay for a few days. How does the second weekend of next month sound? The house is tucked away in a quiet, tree-lined street on the outskirts of town. It’s a two-storey place with plenty of natural light, high ceilings, and spacious rooms. The best part, though, is the garden. It wraps around the back of the house and is filled with flowering plants, a little stone path, and even a small pond with lilies. I remember how much you enjoy reading outside—
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 garden is perfect for that. What I really love about the place is the sense of calm it gives me. After years of city noise, waking up to birdsong and a view of green space feels like a dream. It’s
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 close enough to work to be practical but far enough to feel like a retreat. I genuinely hope you can make it. It’s been too long since we caught up properly, and there’s a lot to show you. Looking forward to hearing from you soon. Warm wishes, Alex

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task achievement
Consider adding a bit more detail about your new life in the house or specific memories you hope to create with your friend during their stay. This would enhance the personal touch of your invitation.
coherence and cohesion
Ensure that each paragraph maintains focus on a single idea to improve clarity. While your ideas are clear, a bit more separation in themes would enhance cohesion.
task achievement
The letter has a warm and inviting tone that effectively conveys your excitement about the new house and your desire to reconnect with your friend.
coherence and cohesion
The structure of your letter is very logical, with a clear introduction, body, and conclusion, which makes it easy to follow.
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