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

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Semi-Formal LetterTask 1

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. ………………..,

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Semi-Formal LetterTask 1

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

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Semi-Formal LetterTask 1

You will be celebrating your son's 6th birthday next week. You want to invite one of your colleagues to attend the birthday party. Write an invitation letter to this college. In your letter: - invite your colleague to your son's birthday party - give details of the party and its date and time - say how happy you and your family would be to have him/her at the party

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Semi-Formal LetterTask 1

You live in a flat and you have a tenancy agreement which states that you must give three months' notice when you wish to leave. You have paid a deposit of two months' rent. Now a member of your family has a problem and you need to give up your flat and return home as soon as possible. Write a letter to your landlord /landlady. In your letter: - explain your circumstances - tell him/her what you intend to do - ask him/her for special consideration

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