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IELTS General Task 1 Informal Letter Practice Questions

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Informal LetterTask 1

You borrowed an important textbook from a classmate last term. You now realise your classmate has returned home overseas and you still have the book. Write a letter to him/her. In your letter:- apologise fro the mistake- find out how important the book is to him/her- say what you will do

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Informal LetterTask 1

You have recently heard that a friend of yours has had some problems as a result of some unusual weather. Write a letter to your friend. In your letter:- express concern (i.e.- say you are sorry to hear what has happened)- tell them about a similar experience that you once had- give some advice or- offer help

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Informal LetterTask 1

You recently visited a place that had a strong impact on you. Write a letter to a friend about the place. In your letter:- explain where the place was and how you got there?- describe what you saw?- offer to take your friend there?

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Informal LetterTask 1

A friend you met last year has invited you to visit them in their country. You have never been there before and need some information before you leave. Write a letter to your friend. In your letter:- request advice about a gift for his/her family- ask about activities and clothing- find out about the food

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Informal LetterTask 1

You have stayed at a friend’s house last weekend and forgot your watch there. Write a letter to this friend. In your letter:- thank him/her for the hospitality- describe your watch and say where you could have left it- suggest a way how to get it back

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Informal LetterTask 1

One of your friends invited you for a meal with his/her family in their home. You enjoyed the meal and had been happy to be introduced to his/her family. Write a letter to your friend. In your letter:- thank your friend and say that you enjoyed the meal- say what else you liked about this visit- ask your friend to meet you someday at a restaurant

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Informal LetterTask 1

You have a friend who has always liked the car you currently drive. Now you have decided to sell the car. You think your friend might be interested in buying it. Write a letter to this friend. In your letter:- Say why you want to sell your car- Describe the condition of the car- Invite the friend to come and see the car himself/herself someday

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Informal LetterTask 1

You are trying to improve your knowledge of a language that is not your first language. You have a friend who speaks it fluently. Write a letter to your friend. In your letter:- explain why you want to improve your knowledge of the language- ask for suggestions on how to learn more quickly- propose meeting your friend to talk about it

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