IELTS General Training Writing Task 1Question type
Formal letters
Use a professional tone for institutions and unfamiliar readers.
Application Letter for Childcare Job in Australia
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 You do NOT need to write any addresses. Begin your letter as follows: Dear Sir or Madam,
Letter to a Singer After a Concert
You recently went to a concert and thought one of the singers was very good. You want to tell him how you feel. Write a letter to the singer. In your letter say how you feel about his performance give details of your musical activities explain how you would like him to help you with your musical activities You do NOT need to write any addresses. Begin your letter as follows: Dear …………………… ,
Letter to Correct Inaccurate Town Information
You have just read an article in an international travel magazine which contained some information about your town that is incorrect. Write a letter to the editor of the magazine. In your letter correct the information in the article explain why it is important for the magazine to give correct information suggest what the magazine should do about this situation You do NOT need to write any addresses. Begin your letter as follows: Dear Sir or Madam,
Feedback Letter on a Short Cookery Course
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 You do NOT need to write any addresses. Begin your letter as follows: Dear Sir or Madam,
Applying for Volunteer Work at a Local Museum
A museum near your home is looking for people to do part-time voluntary/unpaid work. You would like to do some voluntary/unpaid work at the museum. Write a letter to the museum director to apply for the voluntary/unpaid work. In your letter explain why you want to do voluntary/unpaid work at the museum describe some skills and qualities you have that would be useful give details of when you would be available for work You do NOT need to write any addresses. Begin your letter as follows: Dear Sir or Madam,
Application Letter to Teach Children Language in Australia
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 You do NOT need to write any addresses. Begin your letter as follows: Dear …………………… ,
Letter to Manager Before Starting Work Experience
You are soon going to spend three months doing work experience in an organisation. Write a letter to the manager of the organisation where you are going to do work experience. In your letter: Thank the manager for the opportunity to do work experience Explain what you hope to learn from the work experience Ask some questions about the work experience you are going to do
Invite a Famous Actor to Open a New Theatre
You work for an entertainment company which plans to open a new theatre soon. You want to invite a famous actor to open the new theatre. Write a letter to this famous actor. In your letter - give some information about the new theatre - invite her/him to open the new theatre - explain why she/he would be a good person to open the theatre Dear ______________ ,
Feedback Letter to a Removal Company
You recently used a company to help you move your furniture and possessions to your new apartment. The removal company has now asked for your feedback about the service they provided. Write a letter to the removal company. In your letter • explain what went well on the day you moved house • praise an employee who was particularly helpful • mention an aspect of the service that you were not happy with Dear Sir or Madam,
Inquiring About a Work-Related Seminar Abroad
You would like to participate in a work-related seminar in another country. Write a letter to the person in charge of the seminar. In your letter: - ask for information about the seminar dates - ask for details of the programme - ask about accommodation - ask about the cost
Letter of Complaint About an Unrepaired Mobile Phone
You have bought a new mobile phone and in a few days after purchase it has stopped working. You spoken to the company representative a week ago but the phone has still not been repaired. Write a letter to the company. In your letter – introduce yourself – explain the situation – say what action you would like to company to take.
Cancelling a Part-Time College Course Booking
You recently booked a part-time course at a college. You now need to cancel your booking. Write a letter to the college administrator. In your letter • say which part-time course you booked • explain why you need to cancel your booking • ask about booking a different course You do NOT need to write any addresses. Begin your letter as follows: Dear Sir or Madam,
Letter to Mrs Barrett Offering Summer Home Help
Mrs Barrett, an English-speaking woman who lives in your town, has advertised for someone to help her in her home for a few hours a day next summer. Write a letter to Mrs Barrett. In your letter • suggest how you could help her in her home • say why you would like to do this work • explain when you will and will not be available You do NOT need to write any addresses. Begin your letter as follows: Dear Mrs Barrett,
Letter to a Magazine About an Influential Book
A magazine wants to include contributions from its readers for an article called ‘The book that influenced me most’. Write a letter to the editor of the magazine about the book that influenced you most. In your letter • describe what this book was about • explain how this book influenced you • say whether this book would be likely to influence other people You do NOT need to write any addresses. Begin your letter as follows: Dear Sir or Madam,
Complaint Letter About Unsatisfactory Online Clothing Purchase
You have bought some clothing online and are not satisfied with your purchase. Write a letter to the company that you bought the clothing from. In your email • give details of the purchase • describe the problem • explain why you need a replacement urgently You do NOT need to write any addresses. Begin your letter as follows: Dear Sir or Madam,
Letter to Newspaper Editor About Town Centres
You have just read an article in a national newspaper which claims that town centres in your country all look very similar to each other. You don’t fully agree with this opinion. Write a letter to the editor of the newspaper. In your letter • say which points in the article you agree with • explain ways in which your town centre is different from most other town centres • offer to give a guided tour of your town to the writer of the article You do NOT need to write any addresses. Begin your letter as follows: Dear Sir or Madam,
Thank-You Letter to Restaurant for Birthday Party
You celebrated your birthday with some friends last week in a restaurant. It was a great success and you and your friends enjoyed the evening very much. Write a letter to the restaurant to thank them. Mention the food, service and the atmosphere. Also suggest any improvements to make things better.
Complaint About Invalid Train Tickets and Unhelpful Staff
You recently bought some train tickets for a journey a week in advance. When you went to the station to catch the train, you were told you could not use the tickets and the staff were very unhelpful to you. Write a letter to the train company. In your letter: Describe the problem you had with the tickets Say why you were unhappy with the staff Suggest what action the train company should take
Letter to Book a Weekend at a Seaside Hotel
You and your family are planning to spend a weekend at a seaside hotel. Write a letter to the hotel for making the arrangement. In your letter say, when you will be arriving and leaving what type of rooms you would like and ask how much the weekend will cost inquire about activities and places of interest near the hotel