IELTS General Task 1 Informal Letter Practice Questions

A friend wants to get some information about an elementary school where one of your cousins studies. Write a letter to this friend. In your letter:- say why this school is a good elementary school- mention how expensive it is- explain why your friend should get his/her child admitted there

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Your parents will celebrate their 50th anniversary next month. You are planning a big celebration and have a friend, Julia, who is a professional event planner. Write to Julia. In your letter:- explain why the occasion is special- ask for her assistance- set up a time to meet and discuss your plans

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You have recently started a job at a different company. Write a letter to an English-speaking friend. In your letter • explain what made you change jobs • describe the new job you have • tell him/her other news about you

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You invited a friend from India to visit London. The British High Commission has asked your friend for a formal letter showing that you are ready to host him/her. Write a letter to your friend that he/she can submit to the High Commission. In your letter:- state that you are ready to host your friend- state that you are financially able to host your friend

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Your English-speaking friend who lives in your town has asked for your advice about learning a new sport. Write an email to you friend. In your email: Recommend a new sport that would be suitable for your friend to learn Explain how your friend could learn this sport Suggest that you learn this sport together.

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You are going to organise a family party next week at your home. You want to invite a friend to this party. Write a letter to your friend inviting him/her to attend the party. In your letter:- explain why you are organising the party- describe what you are planning to do- say why you want your friend to come to the party

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You made a friend when you visited another city a few months ago. This friend has come to your city for some work and will stay for another week. You want to invite this friend to your home for dinner. Write a letter to your friend. In your letter:- express how you feel about him/her visiting your city- invite the friend to your home for dinner- give location and date- when you would want him/her to come

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A friend recently told you that he/she had gone to an excellent restaurant. You wonder if this restaurant will be suitable for your birthday party next week. Write a letter to your friend. In your letter:- tell your friend about your planned party- ask for details of the restaurant- ask what kind of food it serves and if your friend has any particular recommendations

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You are planning a holiday abroad and will be visiting a town where an old friend lives. You haven't spoken to this friend in a few years. Write a letter to your friend. In your letter:- give a brief update of your life since you were last in touch- explain why you will be travelling to his/her town- say what you plan to do- when you visit his/her town

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You are studying English at a private language school attended by many international students. You are planning a surprise birthday party for a friend who has been feeling particularly sad and homesick. Write to another classmate and invite him/her to the party. In your letter:- explain the reason for the party- give the date and time of the party- suggest what the classmate could bring to the party

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