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

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Semi-Formal Letter Task 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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Semi-Formal Letter Task 1

You recently did a short cookery course. The cookery the school has asked for your feedback on this course. Write a letter to the course director at the cookery school. In your letter: - Describe what you enjoyed about the course - say how much cooking you’ve done since the course - suggest another cookery course you’d like the school to offer

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Semi-Formal Letter Task 1

You saw an advertisement for a tennis course in England but you have one or two problems and can’t stay the whole course. Write a letter to the course director. In your letter: - explain your interest in the course - describe your problems - find out if a refund is possible

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Semi-Formal Letter Task 1

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 However, you found the content to be outdated, poorly presented, and lacking in substance.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.

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Semi-Formal Letter Task 1

You are going on a short training course at a college in Green mount, Northern Ireland. You need somewhere to live while you are there. Write a letter to the accommodation officer at the college. In your letter: - explain your situation - describe the accommodation you require - say when you will need it You should write at least words.

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Semi-Formal Letter Task 1

You are going on a short training course at a college in Sydney, Australia. You need somewhere to live while you are there. In your letter: - Write a letter to the accommodation officer at the college. In your letter: - explain your situation - describe the accommodation you require - say when you will need it

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Semi-Formal Letter Task 1

You are going on a short course to a training college abroad. It is a college that you have not been to before. Write a letter to the accommodation officer. In your letter: - give details of your course and your arrival/departure date - explain your accommodation needs - ask for information about getting to and from the college

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Semi-Formal Letter Task 1

You want to learn a language. A teacher who teaches this language lives near the area where you live. Write a letter to the teacher. In your letter: - say how you came to know about him/her - explain why you want to learn this language - ask what help he/she can offer

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Semi-Formal Letter Task 1

You recently did a short cookery course. The cookery school has asked for your feedback on this course. Write a letter to the course director at the cookery school. In your letter: Describe what you enjoyed about the course Say how much cooking you've done since the course Suggest another cookery course you'd like the school to offer

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Semi-Formal Letter Task 1

You are going on to a month-long training programme in the UK and know that the head of the course would like one of the participants to be the social events’ organiser. Write a letter to the Training Organiser. In your letter: - express your interest in the role - request for more information about it - explain what experience you have

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