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IELTS General Training Writing Task 1 Questions: Childcare – Semi-formal letters

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Semi-Formal LetterTask 1

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

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Semi-Formal LetterTask 1

You have seen an advertisement from a couple, who live in Australia, for someone to teach their two children your language for a year. Write a letter to the couple. In your letter Explain why you think you would be suitable for the job Say what else you could do for the family Give your reasons for wanting the job

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Semi-Formal LetterTask 1

You would like a job working in the summer camp which runs sports and outdoor activities for children and young people. Write a letter to the organisers of the summer camp. In your letter: - explain what sort of work you would like to do - describe your personality - say what relevant experience and skills you have

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Semi-Formal LetterTask 1

Your child is going on a trip to another country for a week. The school authority is looking for some parents who can join the trip. You are interested in going with the children. Write a letter to the head of the school. In your letter: - say why you want to join the team - mention what you can do to assist - also ask questions related to the trip

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Semi-Formal LetterTask 1

You have seen an advertisement in an Australian magazine for someone to live with a family for six months and look after their six-year-old child. Write a letter to the parents. In your letter: Explain why you would like the job Give details of why you would be a suitable person to employ Say how you would spend your free time while you are in Australia

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