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IELTS General Training Writing Task 1 Questions: Accommodation

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Semi-Formal LetterTask 1

You would like to participate in a work-related seminar in another country. Write a letter to the person in charge of the seminar and ask for detailed information. In your letter: - ask about the dates, - ask about the program, - ask about accommodation - ask about the cost.

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Formal LetterTask 1

WRITING TASK 1 You should spend about 20 minutes on this task. You live in a room in college which you share with another student. However, there are many problems with this arrangement and you find it very difficult to work. Write a letter to the accommodation officer at the college. In the letter • describe the situation • explain your problems and why it is difficult to work • say what kind of accommodation you would prefer Write at least 150 words. You do NOT need to write any addresses. Begin your letter as follows: Dear Sir or Madam,

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Formal LetterTask 1

You recently booked a hotel room for a business trip, but upon arrival, you discovered that the room did not meet the advertised standards. Write a letter of complaint to the hotel manager. In your letter: - Describe the issue with the room. - Explain how it affected your stay. - Request appropriate action from the hotel.

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Informal LetterTask 1

A friend from another country is moving to your city for work. He / she has asked you for advice about living in your city. Write a letter to your friend. In your letter: - suggest an interesting part of the city to live in - describe the public transport in your city - say how your friend can meet new people there

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Semi-Formal LetterTask 1

You are experiencing financial problems and want to ask your landlord if you can pay your rent late. Write a letter to your landlord. In your letter explain: - Why you are writing to him - Why you cannot pay the rent - When you will pay the rent.

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Semi-Formal LetterTask 1

You are studying a short course in another country. Your accommodation was arranged by the course provider. 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 LetterTask 1

You have just rented an unfurnished flat and a friend has told you about a shop that has cheap second-hand furniture. Write to the shop owner. In your letter: - describe what you need? - ask whether they have these items? - ask what they cost?

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Semi-Formal LetterTask 1

You paid a refundable deposit when you rented an apartment. You left the apartment in good condition but the Landlord won't return your deposit. Write a letter to the landlord. In your letter: - explain why you are writing - ask for the return of your deposit - inform the landlord of possible legal action

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