IELTS Letter Writing

IELTS GT Writing Task 1 (Letter Writing) Sample: You should spend about 20 minutes on this task. An English-speaking friend wants to spend a two-week holiday in your region and has written asking for information and advice. Write a letter to your friend. In your letter,      - offer to find somewhere to stay      - give advice about what to do      - give information about what clothes to bring You should write at least 150 words. You do NOT need to write your own address. Begin your letter as follows: Dear........, Model Answer: Dear Roger, Your letter that I received last Monday was truly amazing. I was delighted to know that you are set to come here in Sri Lanka to spend holidays for two weeks. I appreciate your letter seeking some information and advice and cannot wait to have you in my city. Colombo is the best place to stay in the country and you can access any parts of the country through ...

IELTS GT Writing Task 1 (Letter Writing) Sample: You should spend about 20 minutes on this task. A family member is coming to stay with you. He/she will be arriving by train in the morning, but you won’t be home until the evening. Write a letter to your relative. In your letter: - explain the arrangements you have made for him/her to get keys and enter the house - tell your relative how to get from the train station to your house - say when you will be home and suggest what you could do together that evening You should write at least 150 words. You do NOT need to write your own address. Begin your letter as follows: Dear........, Model Answer: Dear Uncle Clark, I am so glad that you are finally arriving in the city. I met you long ago and years have passed since then. Hope it would be a very pleasant stay for you this time. Unfortunately, I have to leave home early in the morning on the day of your arrival for some important tasks in the office. But I ha...

IELTS GT Writing Task 1 (Letter Writing) Sample: You should spend about 20 minutes on this task. You saw an advertisement for a tennis course in England but you have a problem and can not stay the whole course. Write a letter to the course director. In your letter,         - explain your interest in the course         - describe your problem         - find out if a refund is possible You should write at least 150 words. You do NOT need to write your own address. Begin your letter as follows: Dear Sir or Madam, Model Answer: Sir or Madam, I am writing in regard to your online advertisement for a tennis course in London, England. This is an attractive course and as a passionate learner, I am interested in joining the course. I am a journalist and due to my job nature, I need to move to places. So, it would be hard for me to complete the three months' cou...

IELTS GT Writing Task 1 (Letter Writing) Sample: You should spend about 20 minutes on this task. As part of a student social survey project, you are organizing a group to visit a historical exhibition in a small town. Write a letter to the person in charge asking for information regarding such things as the contents of the exhibition, and the dates of its opening and closing, and if there are any discounts available. You should write at least 150 words. You do NOT need to write your own address. Begin your letter as follows: Dear Sir or Madam, Model Answer: Dear Mr Richard, I am Farah Beckinson, a senior teacher at the Trinity College, Dublin, writing to inquire about the historic exhibition your museum is organising in Dalkey. We would like to take around 30 students to the exhibition as part of a student social survey project. To finalise this, I need some information related to the exhibition. Could you please tell me about the exhibition contents? Actual...

IELTS GT Writing Task 1 (Letter Writing) Sample: You should spend about 20 minutes on this task. You and your family are planning to spend a weekend at a seaside hotel. Write a letter to the hotel making the arrangements. Let them know when you will be arriving and leaving, what type of rooms you would like, and ask them how much the weekend will cost. Also, inquire about activities and places of interest near the hotel. You should write at least 150 words. You do NOT need to write your own address. Begin your letter as follows: Dear Sir or Madam, Model Answer: Dear Sir or Madam, I and my family wish to spend a weekend at your seaside hotel in Greece and have already confirmed our flight from Spain on 27th June. I am writing to book your hotel for three days. I will arrive on Friday evening and wish to leave the hotel on Sunday. And I expect two double rooms for me and my other family members. The room should be large enough with attached bath and Wi-Fi conn...

IELTS GT Writing Task 1 (Letter Writing) Sample: You should spend about 20 minutes on this task. You have seen an advertisement for part-time work in a hotel for three months over the summer. Write a letter to the hotel manager. In your letter      – say what experience you have      – ask what the work involves      – enquire about job conditions You should write at least 150 words. You do NOT need to write your own address. Begin your letter as follows: Dear Sir or Madam, Model Answer: Dear Sir or Madam, I am Jenna Flone, writing this letter to expresses my interest in the part-time job in your hotel for three months during this summer. I saw your advertisement in the daily Moon and would like to offer my candidacy for the job. I am experienced in handling the front desk activities and you are looking for the same or someone who has a similar experience. In fact, I used to be a front desk offic...

IELTS GT Writing Task 1 (Letter Writing) Sample: You should spend about 20 minutes on this task. You are not happy with the course you are doing at a college and would like to change to a different course. Write a letter to the college director requesting to change your course. You should include details about:      – what course are you doing now      – why you are not satisfied with that course      – what course would you like to change to You should write at least 150 words. You do NOT need to write your own address. Begin your letter as follows: Dear Sir, Model Answer: Dear Sir, I am an undergraduate student in your college and writing to seek your permission to change a course I have taken this semester. I took ‘Statistics and Analysis’ at the beginning of this semester, exactly 8 days ago and would like to take Sociology instead. I took Statistics and Analysis according to the recommendati...

IELTS GT Writing Task 1 (Letter Writing) Sample: You should spend about 20 minutes on this task. You had a good meal at a local restaurant with your family. Write a letter to the newspaper to tell them about it, describe the meal you had, and why you think the restaurant is worth visiting. You should write at least 150 words. You do NOT need to write your own address. Begin your letter as follows: Dear Sir, Model Answer: Dear Sir, Recently I had been to a newly opened restaurant with my family in my locality here in Kabul and I had a wonderful experience there. The restaurant's name is 'Food Lovers' and I am writing to share my positive experience in this eateries. I know this not trendy to write reviews in newspapers but I cannot resist myself. The meal that I took with my family was delicious. They prepared the meal within a short span of time but with great care and responsibilities. I did not expect that the foods would be so tasty and especial...

IELTS GT Writing Task 1 (Letter Writing) Sample: You should spend about 20 minutes on this task. You recently stayed in a hotel in a large city. The weather was very unusual for the time of year and the heating/cooling system in the hotel was quite inadequate. Write a letter to the manager of the hotel. In your letter:      - give details of what was wrong      - explain what you had to do to overcome the problem at the time      - say what action you would like the manager to take You should write at least 150 words. You do NOT need to write your own address. Begin your letter as follows: Dear Sir, Model Answer: Dear Sir, I would like to notify you that I stayed at your hotel in Munich from 25th to 27th January and had a very bad experience as the room heating system was inadequate. I regret my decision to stay at your hotel and in reality, I am disappointed with the experience. During my stay, ...

IELTS GT Writing Task 1 (Letter Writing) Sample: You should spend about 20 minutes on this task. You are a student at the University of Sydney. Your ID card has been stolen. Write to the Local Police Station, giving details of who you are, what happened and asking what you should do to get a new ID card. You should write at least 150 words. You do NOT need to write your own address. Begin your letter as follows: Dear Sir or Madam, Model Answer: Dear Sir or Madam, I am Samantha Mire, an undergraduate student at the University of Sydney. I am writing you to formally inform about my stolen ID card and seeking advice on what to do to get a fresh one. I was walking down the street yesterday evening to get back home. I was alone and suddenly a young snatcher took away my purse. The purse contained some cash, my ID card, some personal items and a storybook. My ID card is issued to my name and has a validity until November 2020. I am worried about the ID card. Could...

IELTS GT Writing Task 1 (Letter Writing) Sample: You should spend about 20 minutes on this task. You ordered a new chequebook from your bank two weeks ago but you have received nothing. Write a letter to the manager complaining about the bad service. Say when and how you ordered the chequebook. Ask how much longer you will have to wait and ask the manager what action he will take over this matter. You should write at least 150 words. You do NOT need to write your own address. Begin your letter as follows: Dear Sir or Madam, Model Answer: Dear Sir or Madam, It is a regret that I am writing this complaint letter to your well-reputed bank. I have a savings account with your bank and had ordered a chequebook two weeks ago. I am yet to receive the chequebook. I think this is the sign of a poor service to the clients. In fact, a chequebook should not take so long to be delivered, not especially for a large and renowned bank like yours. I was told that I would get ...

IELTS GT Writing Task 1 (Letter Writing) Sample: You should spend about 20 minutes on this task. You live in a room in college which you share with another student. You find it very difficult to study/work there because he or she always has friends visiting. They have parties in the room and sometimes borrow your things without asking you. Write a letter to the Accommodation Officer at the college and ask for a new room next term. You would prefer a single room. Explain your reasons. You should write at least 150 words. You do NOT need to write your own address. Begin your letter as follows: Dear Sir, Model Answer: Dear Sir, I am a student at your university and I share my room with a junior student. I am experiencing some unavoidable problems and hence seeking your help on this. I reside in room D-204, block- D. I have been living with my current roommate in the university hostel for the past six months and thought that the problems would be sorted out auto...

IELTS GT Writing Task 1 (Letter Writing) Sample: You should spend about 20 minutes on this task. You are due to move into a rented apartment next month but you will not be able to because you have some problems. Write a letter to the house owner. In your letter,      - explain your situation      - describe your problems      - tell him/her when you think you can move in. You should write at least 150 words. You do NOT need to write your own address. Begin your letter as follows: Dear ......, Model Answer: Dear Mr Hanson Ton, Hope you are doing fine. Recently, I have rented one of your apartments at the fifth avenue in Brisbane. The apartment is D4 and it is on the 7th floor. I was set to move into the apartment next month, but I am afraid, I cannot move in next month due to some unavoidable issues. Recently, my office has assigned me a task and I will have to travel to two Asian countries and stay there until ...

IELTS GT Writing Task 1 (Letter Writing) Sample: You should spend about 20 minutes on this task. Every year, someone in the company where you work is chosen as the best employee. Your manager has asked staff members to make suggestions about who should be chosen this year. Write a letter to your manager. In your letter,      - Identify a colleague who you think should be the best employee      - Explain what the job of this colleague involves      - Give reasons why the colleague should be chosen as the best employee. You should write at least 150 words. You do NOT need to write your own address. Begin your letter as follows: Dear ......, Model Answer: Dear Mr Martin, It is indeed a great practice to recognise the employee of the year as it motivates our office staff to a great extent. I would like to recommend Ms Akiko for the award this year to acknowledge her extraordinary performance and interpersonal skills....

IELTS GT Writing Task 1 (Letter Writing) Sample: You should spend about 20 minutes on this task. You eat at your college cafeteria every lunchtime. However, you think it needs some improvements. Write a letter to the college magazine. In your letter,      - explain what you like about the cafeteria      - say what is wrong with it      - suggest how it could be improved You should write at least 150 words. You do NOT need to write your own address. Begin your letter as follows: Dear ......, Model Answer: Dear Mrs Harper, I am a student of the Abbey Wood National College and dine at the college cafeteria almost every day. The is a nice place and I love eating my meals here very much. However, I would like to point out areas where it requires improvements. The food quality is up to the mark but I have some objections to the seating arrangements. It should be more organised and cleaned every time a batch of studen...

IELTS GT Writing Task 1 (Letter Writing) Sample: You should spend about 20 minutes on this task. You have just bought a new mobile phone from a website on the internet. When it was delivered, the phone was faulty. Write a letter to the company. In the letter:      - introduce yourself      - explain the situation      - state what action you want to be taken You should write at least 150 words. You do NOT need to write your own address. Model Answer: Dear Sir or Madam, I am Jim Warren, writing to complain about a faulty mobile phone that I was delivered after my purchase from your online store. I bought a mobile phone (iPhone 5S, 32 GB, white colour) from your website yesterday and my order number is PSU-45F45. Just after I received the package, I noticed that the phone was not in a sealed pack. Besides, the phone has some visible scratch marks on its back and on the front glass, and that was not supposed to happen...

IELTS GT Writing Task 1 (Letter Writing) Sample: You should spend about 20 minutes on this task. You hired a car from a car rental company and while you were driving on a holiday, you had a small accident. You will have to write to the company to explain it. In your letter express:      - when and where you hired the car      - describe how the accident happened      - what kind of action did you take after the accident You should write at least 150 words. You do NOT need to write your own address. Begin your letter as follows: Dear ..... ,   Model Answer: Dear Mr Logan Smith, I am Jacob Ferdinand, hired a car from the Southampton Cars on 2nd March. I rented it for 7 days and took the car from the  Onslow Road, Southampton, Hampshire branch of your office. I am sorry to say that a minor accident took place while I was driving to Cantakary Park yesterday. The accident took place in the middle of the Ch...

IELTS GT Writing Task 1 (Letter Writing) Sample: You should spend about 20 minutes on this task. A new airport is going to be constructed near your town and you are unhappy about this. Write a letter to your local newspaper and say:      - how you heard about the airport      - how it is going to be a problem      - what do you think should be done about it You should write at least 150 words. You do NOT need to write your own address. Begin your letter as follows: Dear ..... ,  Model Answer: Dear Mr Aaron Luke, I am Mason Leon, a resident of the Cantberry district, Juvenile town, writing to express my view against the decision of building a new airport near the town.  Recently, I came to know from a local newspaper that a new airport will be constructed near our town. I am deeply sad about the matter and worried about the consequences. If a new airport is built near the town, we will experience diffe...

IELTS GT Writing Task 1 (Letter Writing) Sample: You should spend about 20 minutes on this task. You are looking for a part-time job at a football club. Write a letter to the manager of the football club. In your letter,      - introduce yourself      - explain what experience and special skills you have      - tell him/her when you think you can start You should write at least 150 words. You do NOT need to write your own address. Model Answer: Dear Sir, I am Atul Finn, a college graduate from the University of Sri Lanka. I was a successful captain in my school and college football team. I wish to work with your football club and that is why writing to you. I am skilled in volunteering in football matches, coach the young player and play the role of a referee. Effective communication is another skill that I own. I want to start my career in this track and that's why seeking for a part-time job at your club. I cou...

IELTS GT Writing Task 1 (Letter Writing) Sample: You should spend about 20 minutes on this task. You have recently ordered an item through the Internet, but you are not happy with the product. Write to the company. In your letter:      - describe what you purchased      - explain why you are not happy with the product      - tell them what you would like them to do about the situation You should write at least 150 words. You do NOT need to write your own address. Model Answer: Dear Sir or Madam, I know it is not fashionable to complain about any purchased item from an online store, but I think I should inform you about a product I have recently bought from your website. I purchased a sound system from your online store on 29th January and it cost me $90. My order number is VT-43432SA. I am not happy with the real product that I was delivered. There are some issues with the amplification system and the sound quality...

IELTS GT Writing Task 1 (Letter Writing) Sample: You should spend about 20 minutes on this task. You have just spent a weekend staying at a Hotel in London. When you get home you find that you have left a bag at the hotel. Write to the hotel manager. In your letter,      - Introduce yourself      - Describe the bag and its content that you left there      - Explain what you want the manager to do about it You should write at least 150 words. You do NOT need to write your own address. Begin your letter as follows: Dear ..... ,  Model Answer: Dear Mr Jack, I am Ronnie Brown, a guest to your Holliday Inn Hotel, London and I stayed at room 304 from 24th March to 27th March. I am writing to inform you that I left a bag in the hotel room and did not notice it until my return to my house at North Lanarkshire. During my departure from your hotel, I left a small black bag in the room I stayed in. The bag contains s...

IELTS GT Writing Task 1 (Letter Writing) Sample: You should spend about 20 minutes on this task. You want to sell your television. You think a friend of yours might like to buy it from you. Write a letter to your friend. In your letter:      - Explain why you are selling the television      - Describe the television      - Suggest a date when your friend can come and see it You should write at least 150 words. You do NOT need to write your own address. Begin your letter as follows: Dear ..... ,  Model Answer:  Dear Douglas, Hope you are having a great time. I am writing to inform you about a television set I want to sell. In fact, when we met last week, you told me about your interest to buy an HD flat TV. Since I have got a large television set as present from my dad marking my marriage ceremony, I have decided to sell the former one. This is a Sony television set of 32 inches with HD and 3D technolo...

IELTS GT Writing Task 1 (Letter Writing) Sample: You should spend about 20 minutes on this task. You want to apply for the following job. "Waiter/ waitress required for evening work. Some experience would be necessary." Write a letter to Mr Moore describing your previous experience and explaining why you would be suitable for the job. You should write at least 150 words. You do NOT need to write your own address. Begin your letter as follows: Dear Mr Moore, Model Answer: Dear Mr Moore, I am Victor Rock, applying for the position of a waiter at your restaurant. In fact, I did not miss the advertisement seeking a waiter for your restaurant in the centre of London. You would be glad to know that I have some experience of performing the role as a waiter. I worked at a local restaurant in the city as a part-timer for about one and a half year. So, I know how to serve people – taking orders and serving them accordingly, reserving seats, greet them and th...

IELTS GT Writing Task 1 (Letter Writing) Sample: You should spend about 20 minutes on this task. As an international student in Sweden, you have an account with a local bank. The monthly bank transfer you receive from your parents has been delayed this month due to an error at your parents’ bank. Write a letter to your bank. In your letter:       - introduce yourself and ask for a loan       - say why you need the money       - tell how you intend to pay back the money You should write at least 150 words. You do NOT need to write your own address. Begin your letter as follows: Dear Sir/Madam, Model Answer: Dear Sir/Madam, I am Rosy Roy, an undergraduate international student at the Lund University in Sweden. I have a Current Account with your bank which I use to receive money from my parents from Singapore and do some personal transaction. This month, I need a loan from your bank as ...

IELTS GT Writing Task 1 (Letter Writing) Sample: You should spend about 20 minutes on this task. You have decided to leave your current employment. Write a letter to your employer. Include the following in your letter: Write a letter to one of your old teachers asking for a reference. In your letter:       - explain why you are writing       - explain why you have decided to leave the company       - tell your employer what you plan to do after leaving your present employment You should write at least 150 words. You do NOT need to write your own address. Begin your letter as follows: Dear .........., Model Answer: Dear Mr Patrick, I would like to inform you that I shall not be able to continue my job with your organization from the beginning of the next month. Before leaving the job, I think it is my responsibility to inform you my reason. I have decided to leave the company on som...

IELTS GT Writing Task 1 (Letter Writing) Sample: You should spend about 20 minutes on this task. You are applying for a job and need a letter of reference from someone who knew you when you were at school. Write a letter to one of your old teachers asking for a reference. In your letter:       - say what job you have applied for       - explain why you want this job       - suggest what information the teacher should include You should write at least 150 words. You do NOT need to write your own address. Begin your letter as follows: Dear .........., Model Answer: Dear Mr Albeny, I am John Rhodes, one of your favourite students in New York Preparatory Grammar School, and I had the chance to be blessed with your mentorship in 2007. You would be happy that I have been trying to build my career in aeronautical engineering. I have applied for a job in a local aviation company and they wan...

IELTS GT Writing Task 1 (Letter Writing) Sample: You should spend about 20 minutes on this task. 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. Say where you went, where you stayed, what you can do there and what the food was like. You should write at least 150 words. You do NOT need to write your own address. Begin your letter as follows: Dear ....., Model Answer: Dear Sunny, It was nice to get a letter from you after quite a while. I am so happy to hear you are doing great. You will always be in my prayer. I am glad that you have decided to pay a visit to Greece. In fact, there are a good number of places to see and enjoy. I went to Greece last year and had a great time. A good number of places are available there to visit and this country offers a great experience for the visiting tourists. Acropolis in Athens is a...

IELTS GT Writing Task 1 (Letter Writing) Sample: You should spend about 20 minutes on this task. You have received a letter from your bank asking you to acknowledge receipt of a new bank card. However, the card was missing from the envelope. Write a letter to the bank's head office. In your letter:      - explain why you are writing      - express concern about the missing card      - ask them what they intend to do You should write at least 150 words. You do NOT need to write your own address. Begin your letter as follows: Dear ....., Model Answer: Dear Mr Alfresco, I am writing to inform you that I received a letter from your bank yesterday that asks me to acknowledge my receipt of a new bank card. Unfortunately, the card was missing after I opened the envelope, though the envelope seems intact. I do not know how it happened or is it a mistake, but surely this is serious. It makes me worried ab...

IELTS GT Writing Task 1 (Letter Writing) Sample: You should spend about 20 minutes on this task. You have received an important document that needs to be translated. Write a letter to your friend and ask him/her to translate this important document for you. In your letter, explain -      - Why is it important for you?      - How fast do you need it back?      - Why do you need his/her expertise? You should write at least 150 words. You do NOT need to write your own address. Begin your letter as follows: Dear ....., Model Answer: Dear Joseph, Hope you are doing excellent. I am writing for a favour from you. I applied for a course at a German University and they have sent me a letter in the German language. Since you have completed a course in German and have a good skill in it, it would be helpful for me if you translate the document. In fact, I also wanted to get admitted to the same course but f...

IELTS GT Writing Task 1 (Letter Writing) Sample: You should spend about 20 minutes on this task. You recently visited a place that had a strong impact on you. Write a letter to a friend about the place. In your letter:      - explain where the place was and how you got there      - describe what you saw      - offer to take your friend there You should write at least 150 words. You do NOT need to write your own address. Begin your letter as follows: Dear ....., Model Answer: Dear Chan, You would not believe how amazing my trip to the Singapore Zoo was. I went there last Monday and it had a great impact on me. I went there with my mates and we took metro rail from the nearby station of my house. The zoo is located at a corner of the city and the train took 45 minutes to reach there. Obviously, it was a crowded place but I enjoyed everything there. The zoo is filled with various types of animals and ...