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IELTS General Training Task 1 Practice Questions

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Semi-Formal LetterTask 1

As part of a student social survey project, you are organising a group to visit a historical exhibition in a small town. Write a letter asking for information about the exhibition. In your letter:- ask about the contents of the exhibition- ask for its opening and closing dates- ask whether any discounts are available

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Informal LetterTask 1

You have recently stayed with an old friend for a few days after not seeing each other for a long time. Write a letter to this friend. In your letter:- say how you felt about the visit- refer to something enjoyable that you did while staying with him/her- invite your friend to visit you

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Formal LetterTask 1

A large company in your area plans either to sponsor a local children's sports team for two years or to pay for two open-air concerts. It has asked for feedback from the public. Write a letter to the company. In your letter:- describe the benefits of sponsoring the sports team- summarise the benefits of paying for the concerts- say how you think the company should spend the money

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Informal LetterTask 1

You have recently visited a museum. Now write a letter to your friend about the museum you have visited. Write a letter to him/ her. In your letter, write:- where you went- what you saw there- how you felt about it

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Semi-Formal LetterTask 1

You are going on a short training course at a college in Greenmount, Northern Ireland. You need somewhere to live while you are there. Write a letter to the accommodation officer at the college. In your letter:- explain your situation- describe the accommodation you require- say when you will need it

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Informal LetterTask 1

You want to sell some of your furniture. You think a friend of yours might like to buy it from you. Write a letter to your friend. In your letter:- explain why you are selling- describe the furniture- suggest a date- when your friend can come and see the furniture

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Formal LetterTask 1

You ordered a new chequebook from your bank two weeks ago but have received nothing. Write a letter to the manager complaining about the bad service. In your letter:- say when and how you ordered the chequebook- ask how much longer you will have to wait- ask what action the manager will take

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Semi-Formal LetterTask 1

You feel the evening programs on a local television station are uninteresting. Write a letter to the manager of the television station. In your letter:- Explain why you do not like the current programs?- Describe what kind of programs you would like to see instead?- Explain why these programs would be better?

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Semi-Formal LetterTask 1

You are applying for a job and need a letter of reference from someone who knew you when you were at school. Write a letter to one of your old teachers asking for a reference. In your letter:- say what job you have applied for- explain why you want this job- suggest what information the teacher should include

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Semi-Formal LetterTask 1

You and your family are living in rented accommodation in an English-speaking country. You are not satisfied with the condition of some of the furniture. Write a letter to the landlord. In your letter:- introduce yourself- explain what is wrong with the furniture- say what action you would like the landlord to take

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