IELTS General Training Writing Task 1 Questions: Arrangements

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You have a foreign friend planning to visit and have decided to write a letter to them in advance of their arrival to check that everything is ok in advance of their trip. In your letter include the following: - Explain why you are writing - Explain the schedule for your friend’s stay in your country - Wish your friend a safe journey It is not necessary to use any addresses.

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You are going away travelling for the summer. A friend is going to look after your house while you are away. Write a letter to your friend. In your letter - say where you are going - describe your house - explain some of the things your friend must do to look after your house

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You successfully passed a job interview. You are expected to start on November 15, but you will not be available on that date. Write a letter to your new boss. In your letter: - explain your situation, - express your concern - suggest solutions.

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You are preparing an event in the countryside. Write a letter to your friend and ask for help with the arrangements. In your letter include: - what the event is - why the event is being held - what arrangements have already been made - how your friend can help

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You work in an international company. You need to take some time off work. Write a letter to your employer. In your letter - explain why you need this time off - give details of when you want the time off - say who can do your work when you are away Write at least 150 words. You do NOT need to write any addresses. Begin your letter as follows: Dear ............,

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A friend has agreed to look after your house and pet while you are on holiday. Write a letter to your friend. In your letter: - Give contact details for when you are away. - Give instructions about how to care for your pet. - Describe other household duties.

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A friend from another country is coming to stay with you next month. Write a letter to your friend. In your letter: - tell your friend what you have arranged for the first day - explain how to get to your home from the airport - say what your friend should bring

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An Australian friend is coming to visit you, and it will be his/her birthday during the visit. Write a letter to your friend. In your letter: - say how you feel about the visit? - suggest what you could do on his/her birthday? - ask what your friend thinks of your idea?

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You bought a ticket for a music concert, but now you are unable to go. You decide to offer the ticket to a friend. Write a letter to this friend. In your letter: - Give details of the concert. - Explain why you are unable to go. - Suggest how this friend can get the ticket from you. You do NOT need to include addresses. ………………..,

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You were going to start a job next month, but you will not be able to. Write a letter to your future employer. In your letter: - Explain the situation. - Describe your problem(s). - Tell him/her when you can start work.

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