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IELTS General Training Task 1 Practice Questions

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Semi-Formal LetterTask 1

You borrowed a book from a public library and the book is now damaged. Write a letter to the librarian to explain the situation. In your letter mention:- details about the book- how it was damaged- what you want to do about it

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Formal LetterTask 1

You have purchased some goods from a company and the goods were supposed to be delivered within three days of purchase. Seven days have already gone and you have not received the products yet. Write a letter to a company manager with whom you arranged the delivery of goods. In your letter:- inform him/her what items you have purchased- ask the reason for the delay in delivery- suggest what can be done about the matter

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Formal LetterTask 1

You play sports (e.g. football) for a local team. You recently heard that a player in your team is in a hospital. Write a letter to your teammate. In your letter:- say how you feel about the news- ask about the treatment in the hospital- suggest some ways of cheering him/her up

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Informal LetterTask 1

A friend who lives in a different city has invited you to his/her daughter's 8th birthday. However, you can not accept the invitation due to some personal reasons. Write a letter to this friend. In your letter:- thank him/her for the invitation- mention why you can not attend the birthday party- offer to meet him/her some other day

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Formal LetterTask 1

People in your area are having problems with their internet connection. Write a letter to the company which provides the connection. In your letter:- describe the problems- explain how it is affecting people- say what the company should do to help

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Informal LetterTask 1

You are planning a holiday in another country and would like a friend to accompany you. Write a letter to the friend asking him/her to join you. In your letter explain:- why you are taking a holiday- what your holiday plan is- why you would like him/her to go with you

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Informal LetterTask 1

You have a friend who lives in another country. Write a letter to this friend to visit you. In your letter:- invite him/her to a public event in your country- describe the public event- explain other plans you have for your friend- when he/she will visit

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Semi-Formal LetterTask 1

You are a member of an International Students' club. The club is organising an event to celebrate popular food from around the world. Write a letter to the event organiser, Luis. In your letter:- offer to make a popular dish from your country- describe what this dish is- explain why it should be included in the event

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Semi-Formal LetterTask 1

You have learned that a financial organisation in your city gives money as a loan to students who like to take a part-time course. You are interested to do the course and have decided to take a loan. Write a letter to a local financial organisation. In your letter:- give your qualifications and work experience- give details about the course- explain how this course will help you

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Formal LetterTask 1

You have an extra room in your apartment and would like to rent it out to a student. Write a letter to the newspaper to publish an advert. In your letter:- describe your apartment and the facilities available- what kind of tenant you would prefer- when you want the advertisement to be published and how you would pay the fee

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