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Task 1 Writing Practice
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Select one of the Task 1 questions from the drop-down list below:
Question 1: Moved letter
You have recently moved to a new city.
Write a letter to an English-speaking friend.
In your letter,
- explain why you moved
- describe your new city
- tell him/her other news
Write at least 150 words.
You do NOT need to write any addresses.
Begin your letter as follows:
Dear ____________________ ,
Question 2: Time off work
You need time off from work.
Write a letter to your boss.
In your letter,
- explain why you need the time off
- how much time you need off
- why you should be granted the time off
Write at least 150 words.
You do NOT need to write any addresses.
Begin your letter as follows:
Dear sir,
Question 3: Bad restaurant
You recently had a negative experience at a local restaurant.
Write a letter to the owner of the restaurant.
In your letter,
- describe what made your experience negative
- describe what would have made the experience better
- ask him for an apology and a refund
Write at least 150 words.
You do NOT need to write any addresses.
Begin your letter as follows:
Dear sir or madam,
Question 4: Noisy neighbours
You have recently moved in to a new flat. Your neighbours are very noisy, and you find it difficult to sleep.
Write a letter to your neighbour.
In your letter,
- explain why you are having trouble sleeping
- ask them to lower their noise level
- explain to them that you have contacted the landlord
Write at least 150 words.
You do NOT need to write any addresses.
Begin your letter as follows:
Dear ____________________ ,
Question 5: Computer problem
You have bought a computer over the internet, but when it arrives you realize that there is a problem with the computer’s keyboard.
Write a letter to the website vendor.
In your letter,
- explain what the problem is
- ask them how the problem can be fixed
- tell them that the problem needs to be addressed quickly, since you are leaving the country soon
Write at least 150 words.
You do NOT need to write any addresses.
Begin your letter as follows:
Dear ____________________ ,
Question 6: Demolish old building
A construction company plans to demolish one of the oldest buildings in the city (which is currently empty and in disrepair), and construct a high-rise apartment building.
Write a letter to the mayor.
In your letter,
- describe the situation – the building, its location, and the plan for its demolishment
- tell the mayor why the old building is important and should be kept
- suggest an alternate usage for the old building
Write at least 150 words.
You do NOT need to write any addresses.
Begin your letter as follows:
Dear ____________________ ,