You and your family are living in rented accommodation in an English speaking country. You are not satisfied with the condition of some of the furniture. Write a letter to your landlord. In your letter introduce yourself explain what is wrong with the furniture say what action you would like the landlord to take You do NOT need to write any addresses. Begin your letter as follows: Dear .................,

Dear Mr Rossi, My name is Matteo Lombardi, and I recently relocated with my family to London
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I complete the final year of my bachelor’s degree in Energy Engineering. We are currently occupying Flat 3B in your campus housing complex. I am writing to draw your attention to several issues with the flat’s furniture.
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the pieces appear modern at first glance, the wooden drawers in both bedrooms show clear signs of past termite activity: the wood is brittle in places, small tunnels are visible beneath the surface, and a persistent layer of dust collects inside each compartment.
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, one of the kitchen cabinet hinges is loose, causing the door to sag and close improperly. I would be grateful if you could arrange for the damaged drawers and cabinets to be replaced with sturdier, termite-free units. In order to prevent any recurrence, I
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kindly request a full inspection of all wooden fittings and, if necessary, professional pest treatment. Resolving these matters promptly will ensure a safe and comfortable living environment for my family. Thank you very much for your understanding and swift attention to
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matter. I look forward to your reply. Yours sincerely, Matteo Lombardi

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task response
Your letter is well-structured and covers all necessary points, including your introduction, the specific issues with the furniture, and your requested actions.
coherence and cohesion
Each paragraph focuses on a single idea, making the letter easy to follow. Continue to maintain this clarity in future writings.
task response
The letter uses polite and formal language appropriate for a communication with the landlord, demonstrating a suitable writing tone.
coherence and cohesion
Your detailed description of the furniture issues illustrates good task achievement and gives the landlord a clear understanding of the situation.
Topic Vocabulary:
  • Dear
  • I am writing to express my dissatisfaction
  • regarding
  • the condition
  • furniture
  • belongings
  • for instance
  • damaged
  • broken
  • worn-out
  • appliance
  • household items
  • it is unacceptable
  • inconvenient
  • inhabitable
  • affecting
  • negatively
  • urgent attention
  • replacement
  • repair
  • resolve
  • maintenance
  • prompt response
  • Thank you for your attention
  • Yours sincerely
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