IELTS General Training Task 1 Practice Questions

The road in front of your house was damaged a long time ago and nothing has been done about it. Write a letter to the municipal authority. In your letter:- introduce yourself- explain the condition of the road- suggest what the authority should do

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Formal Letter Task 1

You are going to have a family party in a private room in a hotel. Write a letter to the hotel manager. In your letter say:- why you need to use this private room- what you need them to provide for the party- inquire about the price of the food you are ordering

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You are looking for a part-time job at a football club. Write a letter to the manager of the football club. In your letter:- introduce yourself- explain what experience and special skills you have- tell him/her when you think you can start

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You are a college student in an English speaking country. You share a rented apartment with others but want to move to the college accommodation instead. Write a letter to the teacher in charge of the hostel and explain your intention to move to college accommodation. In your letter:- introduce yourself- give reasons why you are not happy with the current accommodation- explain why you think college accommodation will be better for you

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You have been to a business meeting at another company and saw a piece of equipment which can be useful for your company too. Write a letter to your manager. In your letter:- describe the piece of equipment you have seen- why having the same equipment would be useful for your company- offer your assistance in buying the equipment

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You would like to enrol in a qualification course. Write a letter to the person in charge of the course. In your letter:- ask for details about the course- ask about the fees- ask about the prerequisites

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Informal Letter Task 1

You have recently changed your job and started working for a new company. Write a letter to an English-speaking friend. In your letter:- explain why you have changed your previous job- describe your new job- tell him/her your other news

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You are a university student in the UK and have recently lost your university ID card. Write to the local police station. In your letter:- give details of who you are- explain what happened- ask the police to record your details so that you can apply for a new ID card

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You have received an important document that needs to be translated. Write a letter to your friend and ask him/her to translate this important document for you. In your letter explain:- why it is important for you- how fast you need it back- why you need his/her expertise

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You recently enjoyed a meal at a restaurant to celebrate a special occasion, and you were very pleased with the food and service. Write a letter to the restaurant manager. In your letter:- give details of your visit to the restaurant- mention the reason for the celebration- say what was good about the food and the service

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