IELTS General Training Task 1 Practice Questions

You are studying a short course in another country. Your accommodation was arranged by the course provider. But there is a major problem with the accommodation. Write a letter to the course provider. In your letter:- say what the problem is- describe the accommodation you thought you were getting- ask the provider to solve the problem

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Informal Letter Task 1

Your friend has asked for advice about a visit that his/her parents will make to your area. Write a letter to your friend. In your letter:- recommend a place where they can stay- suggest places they can visit- offer to do something with them

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Your neighbour keeps a pet in the garden, which causes some problems for you. You have decided to write to this neighbour about the problems. Write a letter to your neighbour. In your letter:- say who you are and why you are writing this letter- explain the problems- suggest how to solve the problems

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Formal Letter Task 1

You would like to rent a commercial space for a shop you want to start in a newly built shopping complex. You have decided to write to the market authority about it. Write a letter to the market authority. In your letter:- inform what type of space you want to rent- say what type of shop you are planning to start- ask for the availability and cost of the shop

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You have recently travelled on a train and unfortunately left your luggage. Write a letter to the manager of the Lost and Found department of the railway regarding the luggage you accidentally left on the train. In your letter:- give details of your train trip- describe the luggage you left on the train- say what actions you want him/her to take

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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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Informal Letter Task 1

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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In many countries schools have severe problems with student behaviour. What do you think are the causes of this? What solutions can you suggest?

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Formal Letter Task 1

You want to rent out a small apartment to a family, and you have decided to advertise it. Write a letter to the editor of a local newspaper asking to advertise your ad on the front page of the newspaper. In your letter:- give details of the ad that you want to publish- mention that you want the ad to be published on the front page- say how you would like to pay for the advertisement

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Your next-door neighbour often listens to loud music late at night, which causes you problems sleeping. Write a letter to the authority of the building. In your letter:- describe the situation- explain the problems it is causing you- propose a solution

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