IELTS Letter Writing

IELTS GT Writing Task 1 (Letter Writing) Sample: You should spend about 20 minutes on this task. You have recently bought a piece of equipment for your kitchen but it did not work. You phoned the shop but no action was taken. Write a letter to the shop manager. In your letter: describe the problem with the equipment explain what happened when you phoned the shop explain what you would like the manager to do 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 wish that I didn’t have to write this letter to you, but I just couldn’t help it. Having lived in the same neighbourhood, I have always visited your shop to buy different kinds of equipment to meet my household needs. But, after buying a kitchen oven from your shop recently, I am not too sure if I could rely upon your store anymore. And, the reason for this being is my technician just couldn’t g...

IELTS GT Writing Task 1 (Letter Writing) Sample: You should spend about 20 minutes on this task. Last year you attended a presentation skill course at the Sydney College of Australia. Your new employer has asked you to provide copies of your reports and assignments as quickly as possible. Write to the director of the school and request these documents. 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 took part in the presentation skill course at your college, Sydney College of Australia, last year and passed the exam with distinction. I now need the copies of my reports and assignments. I am hoping that you will send them to my address in Vietnam. Since I rushed to my homeland - Vietnam, for some emergencies, I could not bring the reports and assignment copies with me. Recently my new employer sought for these documents. In fact, I applied for t...

IELTS GT Writing Task 1 (Letter Writing) Sample: You should spend about 20 minutes on this task. You are employed full-time and also doing a part-time evening course. You are not able to continue the course. Write a letter to the course lecturer. In the letter,      - explain why you cannot continue the course      - describe the situation      - say what you will be doing 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 Smith, I am currently enrolled in an evening management course at the Institute of Management in Berlin, Germany. I am afraid I cannot continue the course due to the excessive work pressure in my office. Actually, the office is running understaff now and I have to play a couple of roles together with my assigned duties. So, it is hard for me to manage time in the evening as I usually leave...

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. 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 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 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. 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 cannot go to a company where you got an offer. Write a letter to the HR supervisor to:      - explain the reason why you decline the offer      - express your gratitude      - explain why you like your current job very much 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 Alex, Thank you so much for your offer for the position of Public Relation Expert in your esteemed company. It was a very nice offer and remuneration package was great indeed. But I am unable to accept it right now. I have been working with the present organization for the past five years and it is really fun to work with them. Besides, the company was generous to me all the time. They are also pleased with my service and I have an excel...

IELTS GT Writing Task 1 (Letter Writing) Sample: You should spend about 20 minutes on this task. Write a letter to the Information Officer at the TAPE Information Office asking for information about the Tertiary Preparation Certificate. Describe your educational background and your reasons for wanting to do the course. 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, The Tertiary Preparation Certificate is an important course for students like me who have a long break in their studies. I would like to get enrolled in this course and writing to you to get more details of the course. I have decided to complete this course. Recently, I have come to know that some of the universities accept the tertiary certificate. And if I can attend the course and manage the certificate, it would help me get admitted to the university. And ultimately, it will broaden my outlook and ...

IELTS GT Writing Task 1 (Letter Writing) Sample: You should spend about 20 minutes on this task. You find that your study load is too heavy. Write a letter to your college teacher explaining why you need to withdraw from two courses. Ask if it is possible to obtain a refund. Write a letter asking him to wait for you at the airport and tell him how to identify you. 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 Paul Newman, an undergrad student at your college,  writing to inform you that I find my current courses difficult to maintain and would like to withdraw two curses in this semester. I got admission to the college last year and now in the fourth semester. I took six courses this semester. But now, I am experiencing that the academic loads are heavier than I thought. I know this is not trendy but it would be better if I drop two of the courses this ...

IELTS GT Writing Task 1 (Letter Writing) Sample: You should spend about 20 minutes on this task. The train you take to work no longer stops at your station. Write a letter to railway authorities for the revised timetable. In your letter:      - introduce yourself      - what are the problems caused due to the changes?      - what do you suggest them to do? 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 Karan Gomez, a regular commuter of the Duranto Express train that runs between Bangaon to Kolkata. Recently, I have found that the train schedule has been changed and it no longer stops at the Bhubaneswar station. It is causing serious trouble for me and hundred other commuters like me. In fact, I did not have the idea that the train schedule might be changed and even there was no prior notice of the ...

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. Write a letter to an employment agency. In your letter:      - introduce yourself      - explain what sort of job you would like      - say what experience and skills you have  You should write at least 150 words. You do NOT need to write your own address. Begin your letter as follow - Dear Sir/ Madam, Model Answer 1: Dear Sir/ Madam, I am Julia Moore and have completed my graduation from the University of Tokyo in Japan. But I am an international student here and wish to pursue post-graduation from the same university. Now I need a part-time job to enhance my skill. I would like to get a part-time job related to sales and marketing. I prefer the sector because it allows to grow rapidly and build a solid career. Besides, my education and previous experience make me capable...

IELTS GT Writing Task 1 (Letter Writing) Sample: You should spend about 20 minutes on this task. You are an international student and have borrowed a book from the local public library. You left the book on a bus and when you contacted the bus company, they could not find it. Write a letter to the librarian explaining the situation and asking what you should do. You should write at least 150 words. You do NOT need to write your own address. Begin your letter as follow - Dear ..., Model Answer 1: Dear Mr David, I am a foreign student in Tokyo Technology University and writing to seek your guidance about a lost book that I borrowed from the library. I borrowed the book - 'The basic of automation' from the public library last month, 18th March to be specific, and was set to return it by this week. So, I was in rush to finish the book. Unfortunately, I left the book on a bus last night while returning home from my university. I contacted the bus company i...