You have recently started working in a new company. Write a letter to your friend. In your letter: - Explain why you changed jobs. - Describe your new job. - Tell them about other news.

Dear Sam, Long time no see! I hope you're doing well. I'm thrilled to share some exciting news—I recently landed a new job, and I can't wait to tell you all about it! As I mentioned in our

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been searching for new job opportunities since my fixed-term contract ended.

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my workplace offered to extend it, I was eager for a fresh challenge to advance my career. So, I applied for several roles, including senior positions. Fortunately, I was selected as a Senior Business Analyst at ABC Company, one of the leading automotive firms in Perth. I've been working there for two weeks now, and my team has been incredibly welcoming and supportive. Their warmth and encouragement have made

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new chapter in my career. Since I now commute by car and frequently visit clients, I decided to purchase a new vehicle as well. It’s a red Honda, and

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it was a bit pricey, it's modern, comfortable, and perfect for my needs. I have a feeling you're excited to see it soon! Let’s catch up soon whenever we get the chance. Drop me a line when you're free! Much love, Anne

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task achievement

Your letter covers all the points asked for in the task very well. You explained why you changed jobs, described your new job, and shared other news, making your letter complete.

coherence and cohesion

You used a clear structure with a good greeting and closing. Each paragraph has a main idea, but try to make the connection between ideas even clearer for the reader.

positive

Your tone is friendly and warm, which is perfect for a letter to a friend.

The Closing

The style of the letter determine how you have to close it.

Check out the suggested closing sentences for each type of letter in the General IELTS Test. The closing sentence should be the last sentence of your letter.

Formal style (To someone you have not met, whose name you don’t know)

Yours faithfully,

Semi-formal (To someone you may or may not have met, whose last name you know)

Yours sincerely,

Informal (To someone you know well, whose first name you know and use)

Best regards,
Warm wishes,

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Overall Band Score

Coherence and Cohesion: 7.0

Logical structure

Single idea per paragraph

Greeting and closing

Accurate linking words

Variety in linking words

Lexical resource: 8.0

Varied vocabulary

Accurate spelling & word formation

Grammatical Range: 8.0

Mix of complex & simple sentences

Clear and correct grammar

Task Achievement: 8.0

Complete response

Suitable writing tone

Appropriate word count

8 paragraphs

205 words

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