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IELTS General Task 1 Informal Letter Practice Questions

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Informal LetterTask 1

You bought a ticket for a music concert, but now you are unable to go. You decide to offer the ticket to a friend. Write a letter to this friend. In your letter:- Give details of the concert.- Explain why you are unable to go.- Suggest how this friend can get the ticket from you. You do NOT need to include addresses. ………………..,

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Informal LetterTask 1

A friend from another country is coming to stay with you next month. Write a letter to your friend. In your letter:- tell your friend what you have arranged for the first day- explain how to get to your home from the airport- say what your friend should bring

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Informal LetterTask 1

You have just spent a week with a friend on holiday. When you got home, you realized you had left your wallet there. Write a letter to your friend. In your letter:- Thank your friend for the holiday- Explain that you left your wallet in their house- Give them instructions on how to send it back to you

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Informal LetterTask 1

You stayed over at a friend’s house last weekend and think that you left your watch there. In your letter:- Thank your friend- Describe your watch- Tell them what you want them to do

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Informal LetterTask 1

You play a team sport with some friends. Last week a member of the team had an accident and wasn’t able to play with you at the weekend. You decide to write to him in the hospital, telling him about the match. Write a letter to your friend. In your letter:- tell him which team won- describe the conditions on the day- say how you felt about the match

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Informal LetterTask 1

You and a friend recently went on a holiday together. There is a problem with the photos you have taken during the holiday. Write a letter to your friend to ask for a particular shot. In your letter:- tell him/her about the problem with your photos- say which photo you would like him/her to send you- explain why you need this photo.

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Informal LetterTask 1

You have just rented an unfurnished flat and a friend has told you about a shop that has cheap second-hand furniture. Write to the shop owner. In your letter:- describe what you need?- ask whether they have these items?- ask what they cost?

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Informal LetterTask 1

You recently received an invitation to a party at your friend’s house. Write a letter to accept the invitation. In your letter:- explain why you are accepting the invitation- describe why you are looking forward to the dinner party- offer to bring a dish to share

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Informal LetterTask 1

A friend has agreed to look after your house and pet while you are on holiday. Write a letter to your friend. In your letter:- Give contact details for when you are away.- Give instructions about how to care for your pet.- Describe other household duties.

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