IELTS General Task 1 Semi-formal Letter Practice Questions

Your former homestay family is coming to see you in your home country and stay from January 31st to February 10th. Write them a letter. In your letter:- make plans to meet them at a convenient location- specify a time and date- suggest some activities you may all participate in during their visit

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You are applying for a job and need a letter of reference from someone who knew you when you were at college. 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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After being involved in an accident, you were looked after by a person you did not know before. Write a special thank you letter to express your gratitude. In your letter:- introduce yourself and let him/her know why you are writing- express your appreciation and offer him/ her to visit your home with his/her family

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You were supposed to go on an interview in a few weeks, but you have since found out you cannot go on the date arranged. Write a letter to the potential employer. In your letter:- tell them why you need to move the interview time- ask to change the interview date- explain that you are still interested in being interviewed for the job

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You are organising a local committee meeting. You would like a local MP to attend the meeting to contribute to a discussion about green areas in the community. Write a letter of invitation to the MP's secretary, Mrs Shelton. In your letter:- introduce your committee- say why you are having the meeting- invite the MP to attend

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You have been invited to attend an interview for a place studying a course at a college. Unfortunately, because of a previous appointment, you cannot come at the time they wish. Write a letter to the admission tutor. In your letter:- explain your position- apologise and offer to come on another day or later the same day- also ask how long the interview will be, and whether there will be any tests during it

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The Local Council in the area where you live has decided to demolish an old historical building to build a shopping centre. Write a letter to the head of the Council. In your letter:- explain why it is important to preserve the old building- suggest how the building can be used to benefit the local community- suggest another place for the shopping centre

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Write a letter to your manager about a party that you want to organize at the office. In your letter:- say what the party is about.- mention why it is necessary.- explain what you expect from him/her to do.

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Your neighbour has written to you to complain about the noise from your flat. Write a letter to your neighbour. In your letter:- explain the reason for the noise- offer your neighbour an apology- tell them what action you will take.

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You are unable to attend the farewell party for your manager at work. Write a letter to him/her. In your letter:- say why you can’t come- tell them what you valued about working for him/her- give him/her your best wishes.

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