IELTS General Task 1 Semi-formal Letter Practice Questions
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You recently noticed a local restaurant that was offering a part-time job. Write a letter to the restaurant’s manager. In your letter:- explain that you would like to apply for the job- give some details of any relevant experience that you have- specify the days and times that would suit you
You need to take two weeks off work to deal with a family matter. Write a letter to your manager. In your letter:- explain why you need the time off- say when you would like to take it- suggest how your work could be covered
You live in an apartment building but are having trouble with the behavior of your neighbors. Write a letter to inform the building manager of the situation. In your letter:- explain who you are- describe the situation concerning your neighbors’ behavior- suggest how the situation could be dealt with
You recently attended a seminar that was advertised to provide valuable insights and knowledge. However, you found the content to be outdated, poorly presented, and lacking in substance. Write a letter of complaint to the organizers of the seminar. In your letter:- Explain why you are dissatisfied with the seminar content and delivery.- Describe the impact this experience has had on your expectations and learning objectives.- Request a refund of the seminar fee and express your disappointment with the organizers' lack of professionalism.
You would like your child to have a day off from school for a special family celebration. Write a letter to the principal and in your letter:- Describe the family celebration- Say why it’s important for your child to be there- Explain how your child will catch up on the work missed You do NOT need to include addresses. ………………..,
After being involved in an accident, you were looked after by a person you did not know before. Write a special thank you letter. In your letter:- Introduce yourself and let him/her know why you are writing to him/her- Express your gratitude- Offer him/her to visit your home with his/her family
Your office building doesn't have parking available. Write a letter to the manager. In your letter:- Explain the problem- Suggest a solution- Say why parking will benefit all employees
Your child is going away on a school trip for three days to another country. The head teacher wants some parents to join the trip and you would like to go. Write a letter to the head teacher. In your letter:- Say why you would like to go- Suggest what you could do to help during the trip- Ask some more questions about the trip
You are moving home. Write a letter to your neighbours to say goodbye to them and to thank them for their help during your stay. In your letter:- explain how they helped you- say what you will miss the most about the area- where you lived- invite them to visit you at your new home.
There is a problem with the changing rooms in the sports centre that you visit. You have complained several times but with no success. Write a letter to the manager of the sports centre. In your letter:- Describe what the problem with the changing rooms is- Say what happened the last times you complained- Explain what you want the manager to do