IELTS General Task 1 informal Topics 2024

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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 Write at least 150 words. You do NOT nee

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Your friend invited you to his/her birthday party, but you are not able to attend. Write a letter to your friend. In your letter -Explain why you cannot go - say that you will give your friend a gift the next time you see him/her -suggest another time and place to meet

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An overseas friend has invited you to visit his country. You are planning to visit him. Write a letter to your friend. In your letter  Thank him for the invitation and accept the invitation  Write details about your visit  Briefly describe what you want to do there.

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You are travelling next month to stay with a family you do not know as part of a language training programme. Write a letter to the family to introduce yourself. In your letter: tell the family a little about yourself, ask about the type of food that the family eats, say when and how you will be arriving.

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You are going away to travel for the summer. A friend will be looking after your house while you are away. Write a letter to your friend. In your letter: say where you are going, describe your home explain some of the things your friend must do to look after your house. Write at least 150 words. You do NOT need to write any addresses. Begin your letter as follows: Dear _________,

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*You have borrowed something from your friend and it got damaged.** **Write a letter to your friend. In the letter:** - **apologise for the damage to the item** appology, you will be mad and sad, save money to buy it - **explain what happened** write a dissertation , fill water and it spread over keyboard, wipe it dry - **say how you are going to fix the issue** appt apple store, ask how to fix, and let machanics fix, if not, buy a new one to you

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There is a public event coming up in your town. Write a letter to your friend who you think would be interested to take part in it.

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You recently went to visit a friend in their new home. Write a letter to your friend. In your letter tell your friend what you liked about his/her new house say what you did or enjoyed most about your stay with your friend suggest when and where you could meet your friend next

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You have recently moved to a different house.Write a letter to an English-speaking friend. In your letterexplain why you have moveddescribe the new houseinvite your friend to come and visit

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You have some time off work and are hoping to visit a close friend, Stephanie, for a few days. Write a letter to your friend. In your letter • suggest spending time together • explain why you have time to do this • propose some activities Write at least 150 words.

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Your friend is about to celebrate a landmark birthday and would welcome suggestions as to how it should be celebrated. Write a letter to your friend. In your letter * Say what type of party should be held e.g. themed, fancy dress, black tie event * Suggest a suitable venue * Make a recoomendation as to entertainment e.g. Dj, jazz band etc.

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write a letter to your friend missing the date you have planned.tell them how you tried to contact them but it didnot worked out either.

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You have a pen friend living abroad. He is interested to learn about the major news items in your country. Briefly describe any piece of news that is being broadcast on TV and reasons why you are interested to share this news with him. In your letter •say how you feel when you receive the letter •mention why the incident in question is important for you and your countrymen • give regards to her parents

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You arranges to visit a friend in Canada but an important event at homa now means that you mjst change the dates of the visit. Write a letter to your friend. In your letter: - explain the important event - apologise for the situation - suggest a new arrangement

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You have a bicycle that you are no longer using. You would like to sell it to a friend. Write a letter to your friend. In your Letter •Explain why you are no longer using your bicycle. •Describe your bicycle. •Explain why you think your friend would like to have it. Write at least 150 words you do not need to write any addresses. Begin your letter as follows Dear--------

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Write a letter to friend to inform them of a celebration you are having for a recent job promotion. Include information about The promotion The celebration Their accomodation

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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 Write at least 150 words. You do NOT need to write any addresses. Begin your letter as follows: Dear .....................,

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write a letter to you friend. you spent a week on her place when you came back you realized you let your wallet here

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You are living in a city in a foreign country and a friend from your home country is soon coming to visit your for several days. Write an letter

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A friend who lives in another country has invited you to come and stay with him on your next holiday. you are too busy to accept the invitation. Write a letter to your friend. in your letter, Thank him for the invitation explain why you cannot come ask him about other times to visit

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You are starting a new business and need to build a website. You have a friend who works for an IT company who you want to help you. Write a letter to this friend. In your letter • describe your new business • ask your friend to help you build the website • say how you will thank your friend for his/her help.

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You are studying English at a private language school attended by many international students. You are planning a surprise birthday party for a friend who has been feeling particularly sad and homesick. Write to another classmate and invite him / her to the party. In your letter: •explain the reason for the party • give the date and time of the party • suggest what the classmate could bring to the party Begin your letter as follows: Dear ________ You should write at least 150 words. You should spend about 20 minutes on this task.

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You and a friend recently went on a holiday together. There is a problem with the photos you have taken during the holiday. Write a letter to your friend to ask for a particular shot. In your letter: ● tell him/her about the problem with your photos ● say which photo you would like him/her to send you ● explain why you need this photo.

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Topic:- you recently receiy a letter from a friend asking for advice about whether to go to college or to try to get a job.you think he/she should get a job. Write a letter to this friend .IN your letter •say why he/she would not enjoy going to college •explain why getting a job is a good for him/her •suggest type of job that would be suitable for him/her

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A friend of yours is thinking of going on a camping holiday for the first time this summer. He/she has asked for your advice. Write a letter to your friend. In your letter: * explain why you think your friend would enjoy a camping holiday * describe some possible disadvantages * say whether you would like to go camping with your friend this summe

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Your friend is about to celebrate a landmark birthday and would welcome suggestions as to how it should be celebrated. Write a letter to your friend. In your letter • say what type of party should be held e.g. themed, fancy dress, black tie event • suggest a suitable venue • make recommendations as to entertainment e.g. DJ, jazz band

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You are planning a business to another city. You will have some free time to do some sightseeing while you are there. •Write a letter to a friend who lives in the city you will visit. In your letter • Explain the purpose of the trip • Ask about thing to do and see in the city • Invite your friend to do something with you during your visit

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A friend of yours is going on holiday soon and has asked you to recommend a destination. Write a letter to your friend and recommend a good place for a holiday that you have visited before. You should say: * where you went * where you stayed and * what you can do there.

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Write a letter to your friend, •You have relocated to a different land. •Informing you have joined a course. •Why this course will be helpful to him.

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The parents of your Australian firend Chris have invited you to a surprise birthday party for for him/her write a letter to Chris's parents. In your letter Say why you think Chris will enjoy the surprise party Explain why you won't be able to attend the party Give the of a paln to see Chris at a different time

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ou will be graduating from university and would like to invite your family to the ceremony. Write a letter of invitation to your parents. In the letter: – Explain that you have completed your studies – Give details of the event, including time, date and dress code – Let them know how many tickets they have and who they are for

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Write to your friend. In the letter: • Describe the house. • Describe the neighbourhood. • Invite your friend to come and see the house.

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A friend is considering buying a house nearby, but you have decided to leave the area due to a rise in crime. Write a letter to your friend advising them not to move into the neighborhood. In your letter: - Recommend that your friend not go ahead with the purchase - Give the reasons behind your decision to leave - Suggest possible alternative areas that you know

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Your friend has booked a holiday for both of you. However, you are not happy with the hotel arrangements and want to change them. Write a letter to your friend. In the letter, mention: How excited you are for this holiday with him/her Why are you not happy with the hotel? Which alternatives would you prefer?

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You have found an interesting website. Write a letter to your friend to tell about the website. In your letter, you should: • describe what the website is • explain why the website is interesting in • tell how this website will help him/her.

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Last month, you traveled to another city. You told a friend who lives in the city that you would meet them, but you did not. Write a letter to this friend. In your letter ● apologize for not meeting him/her ● explain why you did not contact him/her earlier ● suggest a time and place to meet in the future

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A friend of yours is thinking of going on a camping holiday for the first time summer. He/She has asked for your advice Write a letter to your friend. In your letter * explain why you think your friend would enjoy a camping holiday - it is a new experience where you can enjoy the nature, example * describe some possible disadvantages - sleeping at night is bit scary because of the animals * say whether you would like to go to camping with your friend this summer - I'd like to join with you to go for a camping in coming summer You do NOT need to write any addresses. Begin your letter as follows: Dear .....................,

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A friend who is planning to visit you has asked you to describe the most interesting and enjoyable things to do in the community where you currently live. Write an email to your friend, telling them about these things. In your email, As Say what these things are Say why they are interesting/enjoyable Suggest what you can do together

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You arranged to visit a friend in Canada but an important event at home now means that you must change the dates of the visit. Write a letter to your friend. In your letter explain the important event apologise for the situation suggest a new arrangement

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While on a business trip in another city, you met an old friend who lives there. You are going on another business trip to this city soon and would like to see him/her again. Write a letter to your friend. In your letter •tell him/her about your trip; •say why you were happy to see him/her; •suggest an arrangement for you to meet.

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Your English-speaking friend has asked for your help with a college project he/she is doing about celebra;ng New Year in different countries. Write a letter to your friend. In your letter • say how important New Year is to people in your country • describe how New Year is celebrated in your country • explain what you like about New Year celebra;ons in your country

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You recently received a letter from a friend asking for your advise on whether to go to college or to try to get a job. You think he should get a job. Write a letter to this friend. In your letter say why she will not enjoy going to college explain why getting a job is a good idea Suggest the type of job that would be suitable

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You should spend about 20 minutes on this task. You have just spent a weekend at a friend's house. When you returned home, you discovered that you had left a coat there. There are some important belongings in the pockets. Write a letter to your friend. In your letter explain that you have left the coat there say what the coat looks like, where you think you left it and what was in the pockets make some suggestions about how to get all of your belongings back You should write at least 150 words. You do NOT need to write any addresses. Begin your letter as follows: Dear Pat,

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A friend from overseas is planning to visit you soon. Write a letter to your friend. In your letter • explain why you are looking forward to the visit • describe the accommodations you have available for your friend • suggest some things to do during the visit Begin your letter as follows: Dear……

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Your friend works as a fitness instructor in a gym. You would like to receive his/her advice. Write a letter to your friend. In your letter you should: – describe your exercise programme – explain what your goals are – ask for advice on how you can improve your fitness Write at least 150 words. You do NOT need to write any addresses.

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You want to hold a surprise party for a friend who is visiting his home town after a long time from a foreign country. Write a letter to a common friend asking for his help in organizing the party and in your letter: Write the reasons for organizing the party Describe when, where and how you would be organizing the party Ask your friend to meet you in person for further discussions

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A friend who lives in another country has invited you to come and stay with him/her on tour next holiday. You are too busy to accept the invitation. write a letter to your friend. in your letter, -Thank him/her for the invitation. -Explain why you can't come -Ask him/her about other times to visit.

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An old friend of yours is coming to visit your city. You had planned to meet him at the airport, but something has come up and you will not be able to make it there on time. Write to your friend, In your letter Explain the situation Offer to make alterntive arrangements.

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9.You have unexpectedly come into a large sum of money and you want to share this good news with your friend. Write a letter to your friend. In your letter o● explain where the money came from o ● say what you intend to do with the money o ● invite your friend to celebrate your good fortune.

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You have a friend who lives in a ity abroad. You have decided that you would like to apply to do a course at one of the colleges in this city. Write to your friend explaining what you would like to do. Tell him/ her what type of work or studies you have been doing for the pastfew years and ask for assistance in contacting an appropriate institution.

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You have just spent a weekend at a friend's house. When you returned home, you discovered that you had left a coat there. There are some important belongings in the pockets. Write a letter to your friend. In your letter explain that you have left the coat there say what the coat looks like, where you think you left it and what was in the pockets make some suggestions about how to get all of your belongings back

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Your friend is thinking about learning to drive and would like some advice. Write a letter to your friend. In your letter Say why a driving license is advantageous Recomend a drving school Give any extra guidance/tips

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A friend who lives in another country has invited you to come and stay with him/her on your next holiday. You are too busy to accept the invitation. Write a letter to your friend. In your letter, * Thank him/her for the invitation * Explain why you cannot come *Ask him/her about other times to visit.

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You would like to invite a foreign friend to visit you for your birthday Write a letter inviting your friend. In your letter: tell your friend about your birthday explain how much the visit would mean to you suggest that your friend stays at your house for the visit

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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. Write at lease 150 words.

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You are going to have a party. you would like to invite a friend who lives in a city that is a long way from your home. Write a letter to your friend. In your letter . explain why you are having the party . describe your plans for the party . suggested how your friend can travel to the party and where he/she can stay

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You are having a party and want to invite your friend from a different city. Write a letter to your friend. In your letter: Describe why you are having the party Give directions on how to get to the venue Suggest how you can accommodate him/her Write at least 150 words. You do NOT need to write any addresses. Begin your letter as follows: Dear ___,

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You recently took a trip to another city, and you had a plan to visit your friend who is living there. However, you couldn’t see him/her. Write a letter to your friend, and Apologize for not being able to meet. Give your reasons. Suggest how you can meet some other time.

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You have decided to leave your current job and look for a new one. Write a letter to a friend. In your letter explain why you want to leave your current job describe what kind of job you are looking for ask for some help or advice

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You are getting married. Write a letter to an English speaking friend to invite him/her to wedding. In your letter

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Thanking a friend for a holiday. You have recently been to stay with an old friend for a few days. You hadn't seen each other for a long time. Write a letter to the friend. In your letter: •say how you felt about the visit •refer to something enjoyable that you did while staying with him / her • invite your friend to visit you Begin your letter as follows: Dear ________ You should write at least 150 words. You should spend about 20 minutes on this task.

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You are about to go on vocation for a month. A friend from another town will come and stay in your apartment. Write a letter to this friend. In you letter -explain where your friend can get the key to the apartment -give your friend some instructions about using your apartment -recommend some places to go

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Your friend invited you to his/her birthday, but you are unable to attend. Write a letter to your friend. In your letter explain why you cannot go explain why you didn’t contact him/hear sooner suggest another time and place to meet

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You are interested in enrolling in a cooking class at a local college and would like a friend to come with you. Write a letter to your friend. In your letter say where and when the class will be held give reasons why you think your friend might be interested suggest a time and place to meet to discuss the idea

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Essay topics: Write a letter to your friend who is visiting your home town. He needs information and guidance about the town. - say best time to visit your town - explain places to visit in your cities - invite him to your hom

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You have recently moved into a new house. You want to tell your friend about your good news. Write to your friend. In the letter: • Describe the house. • Describe the neighbourhood. • Invite your friend to come and see the house.

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Write a letter to your friend who you recently travelled with to a foreign country. Include • Why you enjoyed the trip • What you are doing now • An invitation to visit you now

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Last month, you visited another town. You had arranged to meet up with a friend who lives in the town, but you were not able to do so. Write a letter to your friend. In your letter - apologise for not meeting him/her - explain why you did not contact him/her earlier - suggest a time and place to meet in the future

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A friend invited you to join his birthday party next week, but you are too busy to attend. Write a letter to explain your situation and express your feelings. You should write at least 150 words.

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The parents of your Australian friend Chris have invited you to a surprise birthday party for him/her. Write a letter to Chris's parents. In your letter • say why you think Chris will enjoy the surprise party • explain why you won't be able to attend the party • give details of a plan to see Chris at a different time You do NOT need to write any addresses. Begin your letter as follows: Dear Mr and Mrs Collins,

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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 you would like your friend to undertake When giving contact details, you do NOT need to write any addresses; something like the name of a friend you are staying with or a holiday destination is fine.

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An English-speaking friend has written to you to ask you how your IELTS studies are going. Write a letter telling your friend how you are preparing for the test. In your letter: say what progress you are making explain how you are preparing for the test say which section you are finding the most difficult You should write at least 150 words. You do NOT need to write any address. Begin your letter as follows:

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A friend of yours is thinking about applying for the same course that you did at university. HelShe has asked for your advice about studying this subject. Write a letter to your friend. In your letter • give details of the course you took at the university • explain Why you recommend the university • give some advice about how to apply

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A friend of your is thinking of going on a camping holiday for the first time this summer.He/she has a ask for your advice. write a letter to your friend,In your letter . explain why you think your friend would enjoy a camping holiday . describe some possible disadvantages . say whether you would like to go camping with your friend this summer

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You are going to work in another city for a year. A friend who lives there offered to help you find a place to live. Write a letter to your friend:  Express your gratitude to him/her  Describe the area that you want to live in  Explain what type of accommodation you are looking f

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You are studying English at a private language school attended by many international students. You are planning a surprise birthday part for a friend who has been feeling particularly sad and homesick. Write to another classmate and invite him/her to the party. In your letter: - explain the reason for the party - give the date abd time of the party - suggest what the classmate could bring to the party

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Write a letter to a friend who will come to your country to work for 6 months. In your letter, you should: •recommend a city •suggest a few jobs that your friend could do •give some opinions about making friends with the locals.

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Write a letter to your friend inviting Him /her to a music concert. Please say. -Where and when does the concert start? - What type of music will be played there? Why do you think your friend will enjoy it

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Write a letter to your friend who is interested in learning how to drive. In your letter ● say why a driving license is advantageous ● recommend a driving school ● give any extra guidance or tips

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Write a letter to a friend to ask him/her to develop a website for your business. In your letter: Give a brief description of the business Mention what you’d like to be there on the website Provide some ideas on the use of images on the website.

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You are planning a vacation and want your friend to go with you. Write a letter to your friend. In your letter, you should: tell him/her why you want to take a vacation describe your plan invite him/her to go with you.

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You have recently changed your job and started working for a new company. Write a letter to an English-speaking friend. In your letter: • explain why you changed your previous job • describe your new job • tell him/her your other news

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A friend you met last year has invited you to visit him/her in his/her country. You have never been there before and need some information before you leave. Write a letter to your friend. In your letter: -request advise about a gift for his/her family -ask about activities and clothing in his/her country -find out about the food

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A friend of yours is thinking of going on a camping holiday for the first time this summer. Write a letter to your friend. In your letter, -Explain why you think he/she would enjoy a camping holiday -Describe some possible disadvantages -Say whether you would like to go camping with him/her.

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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 are getting married later this year. You want to invite your friend to the wedding. Write a letter to this friend. In your letter - tell your friend that you are getting married - tell them when and where the wedding will take place -- ask them to help you prepare for the wedding in some way

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You arranged to visit a friend in Canada but an important event at home now means that you must change the dates of the visit. Write a letter to your friend. In your letter • explain the important event • apologies for the situation • suggest a new arrangement

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Your friend is going to stay in your apartment while you are away. Write a letter to your friend and include: Where the key is Instructions to look after the apartment What should he/ she do on the day of your return

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“You want to start your own business. Write a letter to a friend. In your letter: tell him/her about your business explain why you think it is a good idea and ask him/her for some help or advice”

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You arranged to visit a friend in England but an important event at home now means that you must change the dates of visit. Write a letter to your friend. In your letter: -Explain the important -Apologize for the situation -Suggest a new arrangement

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You and a friend have both been accepted to a study abroad program in Paris, France. Write a letter to your friend. In your letter: -Congratulate him/her for also being accepted. -Ask him/her if he/she would like to be your roommate. -Discuss possible activities that the two of you could do together.

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Write a letter to your friend about a job opportunity you came across that they might find interesting. In your letter, you should: give some details about the job mention how you came across the job opportunity explain why you feel the job would be suitable for your friend

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1-04: Task 1 letter to a friend asking for his help to make a website. In your letter, you should: describe what kind of website you want say when you want the site to be done explain how vital the website is to you.

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You found a job opportunity in a foreign country. Write a letter to your friend who knows about the country. In your letter explain your situation describe your problems tell him/her when you will be starting the job

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Your friend invited you to his party but your are unable to attend. Write a letter to your friend. In your letter 1. Explain why you can’t come 2. Give your reason for not contacting your friend sooner 3. Suggest another time to meet

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A friend who is planning to visit you has asked you to describe the most interesting and enjoyable things to do in the community where you currently live. Write an email to your friend, telling them about these things. In your email: -Say what these things are -Say why they are interesting/enjoyable -Suggest what you can do together

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Write a letter to your friend about a job opportunity you came across that they might find interesting. In your letter, you should: - give some details about the job -mention how came across the job opportunity -explain why you feel the job would be suitable for your friend

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You have just won two tickets to a concert and want to invite your friend to go with you. Write a letter to your friend. In the letter •give details about the concert •describe how you won the tickets • explain why you’ve chosen your friend to go with you.

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You have just spent a week with a friend on holiday. When you got home, you realised you had left your wallet there. Write a letter to your friend. In your letter: ■ ■ thank your friend for the holiday explain that you left your wallet in their house give them instructions of how to send it back to you

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you are going abroad on Holiday and your friend will stay in your home while you are away write a letter to your friend. in your letter explain where you hide the keys describe what your friend needs to do in your absense say when you are coming back

IELTS General Writing Task 1 informal Topics/Questions 2024