IELTS General Writing Task 1 Letter Practice Exercises
Practice IELTS General Training Writing Task 1 Letter questions with these 100 exercises, taken from our library of learner answers. Each exercise is a single question, not a full test — answer online and get your score instantly.
Practice Exercises
Question 1
You are taking a course at a local college. The deadline for your project was last week but you haven't finished it. Write a letter to your lecturer. In your letter • introduce yourself • explain why you haven't handed in the project yet • request more time to do it.
Question 2
your English-speaking friend has asked for your help with a college project he or she is doing about celebrating Nes Year in different countries. write a letter to your friend. in your letter write a letter to your friend.in your letter : 1 say how important new year is to people in your country . 2describe now new year is celebrated in your country . 3 explain what you like about New Year celebrations in your country.
Question 3
You recently attended a meeting at a hotel. When you returned home, you found you had left some important papers at the hotel. Write a letter to the manager of the hotel. In your letter • Say where you think you left the papers. • Explain why they are so important. • Tell the manager what you want him/her to do.
Question 4
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 D say how much cooking you've done since the course suggest another cookery course you'd like the school to offer
Question 5
your English-speaking friend has asked for your help with a college project he or she is doing about celebrating Nes Year in different countries. write a letter to your friend. in your letter write a letter to your friend.in your letter : 1 say how important new year is to people in your country . 2describe now new year is celebrated in your country . 3 explain what you like about New Year celebrations in your country
Question 6
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
Question 7
You are planning a surprise birthday party for a friend who is moving to a new city soon. Write a letter to your friend's neighbour asking for help in organizing the party. You should include details about: - why you are planning a surprise party - what kind of help you need from the neighbour - when and where the party will be held.
Question 8
It is ten years since you left college. You'd like to organise an event to celebrate this anniversary with all your friends and classmates from college. Write a letter to one of your college friends. In your letter • say what kind of celebration event you'd like to organise • explain why you think it would be good to celebrate in this way • describe what help you need to organise this event
Question 9
You recently borrowed a valuable item from a friend, and unfortunately, it was damaged while in your possession. Write a letter to your friend explaining the situation. You should include details about: - describing how the damage occurred - expressing your regret and taking responsibility - suggesting a way to compensate for the damage.
Question 10
You recently stayed at a hotel and were disappointed with the service you received. Write a letter to the hotel manager. In your letter: Explain why you chose that hotel Describe the problems you faced during your stay Say what you want the manager to do about it
Question 11
You recently stayed at a friend's house while they were away and accidentally broke a valuable vase. Write a letter to your friend, apologizing for the damage. You should include: - How the damage occurred - Why you feel so bad about the incident - What steps you will take to rectify the situation.
Question 12
your English speaking friend who lives in your town has asked for your advice about learning a new sport. write an email to you friend. in your email recommend a new sport that would be suitable for your friend to learn explain how your friend could learn this sport suggest that you learn this sport together.
Question 13
You are planning a housewarming party to celebrate moving into your new home and want to invite your neighbors. Write a letter to your neighbors inviting them to the party. You should include details about: - The reason for the celebration and what your new house is like - When and where the party will be held and what activities are planned - How they can RSVP and if there is anything they should bring.
Question 14
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
Question 15
You recently purchased a product online, but it arrived with a significant defect. Write a letter to the company explaining the situation. You should include details about: - the product you purchased and the date of purchase - the nature of the defect - what action you would like the company to take.
Question 16
Two weeks ago you bought a radio from a local branch of a well-known chain of shops. It did not work properly. The shop took it back and said they would repair it. You have waited a week and it is still not ready. Write a letter to the shop. In your letter say what has happened and how you feel ask them to explain why there has been a delay ask them to repair the radio very quickly or to supply you with a new radio You should write at least 150 words.
Question 17
You recently bought an item from an online store, but it was damaged when it arrived. Write a letter to the customer service department. In your letter: Describe the item you ordered Explain what the problem is Say what you would like the company to do
Question 18
You live in a room in college which you share with another student. However, there are many problems with this arrangement and you find it very difficult to work. Write a letter to the accommodation officer at the college. In the letter, describe the situation, explain your problems and why it is difficult to work and say what kind of accommodation you would prefer.
Question 19
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
Question 20
You recently attended a training course for your work. Your employer has asked you for your feedback on the training course. Write a letter to your employe. In your letter • remind your employer what the course was about • explain why the course was useful to you in your work • suggest why the course may not be suitable for some of your other Colleagues
Question 21
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 licence is advantageous • recommend a driving school • give any extra guidance/tips
Question 22
You are planning a surprise birthday party for your best friend and need to coordinate with their family. Write a letter to your friend's sibling asking for their help. You should include: - The date, time, and location you have in mind for the party. - A request for them to discreetly gather your friend's preferences (food, music, guests). - Suggestions on how they can help with the preparations without revealing the surprise.
Question 23
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
Question 24
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
Question 25
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 were unhappy with the staff - suggest what action the train company should take
Question 26
You live in a room in college that you share with another student, but there are many problems with this arrangement and you find it very difficult to work. Write a letter to the accommodation officer at the college. In your letter: Describe the situation. Explain your problems and why it is difficult to work. Say what kind of accommodation you would prefer. You should spend about 20 minutes on this task.
Question 27
Your friend has been offered a place on a course at the university where you studied. He/ She would like your advice about finding a place to live. Write an email to your friend. In your email, describe where you lived when you were a student at the university. Recommend the best way for him/her to look for accommodation. Warn him/her of mistakes students make when choosing accommodation.
Question 28
During a recent plane journey, you sat next to a businessman who owns a chain of restaurants. You talked to him and he suggested that you should contact him about a possible job in one of his restaurants. Write a letter to this businessman. In your letter remind him when and where you met tell him what kind of job you are interested in say why you think you would be suitable for the job
Question 29
You should spend about 20 minutes on this task. You would like to reduce your working hours in order to study part time. Write a letter to your boss. In your letter • explain why you want to reduce your working hours • say which hours you would like to work • describe how your part-time studies would benefit your employer
Question 30
You recently took a trip with a taxi company. The driver behaved in an unacceptable way and you had a lot of problems. You complained to the company but no one has replied to your complaint. In your letter, you should tell: Say why are you writing and how you feel Explain what happened Tell them what you would like them to do
Question 31
You recently purchased a new appliance from a local store, but it stopped working shortly after you started using it. Write a letter to the store manager to complain about the faulty appliance. You should include details about: - the model and when you purchased it - describe the issue and when it occurred - what you would like the store to do to resolve the problem.
Question 32
You and your family are planning to spend a weekend at a seaside hotel. Write a letter to the hotel, making the arrangements. In your letter tell them when you will be arriving and leaving explain what type of rooms you would like, and ask how much the weekend will cost ask about activities and places of interest near the hotel
Question 33
You are planning to hold a surprise birthday party for a close friend at a local restaurant. Write a letter to the restaurant manager. - Explain the occasion and the purpose of the party. - Outline your requirements regarding the date, time, and number of guests. - Ask about available menu options and pricing.
Question 34
You work for an international company, and would like to spend six months working in its head office in another country. Write a letter to your manager. In your letter: -Explain why you want to work in the company’s head Office for six months -Say how your work could be done while you are away -ask for his/her help in arranging it
Question 35
You are unhappy with a product you recently bought online. Write a letter to the customer service department of the online store. You should include details about: - what product you purchased and when - what the problem is with the product - what action you would like them to take.
Question 36
You recently received a letter from a friend asking for advice about whether to go to college or 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 idea for him/her suggest types of job that would be suitable for him/her
Question 37
You started in your present job two years ago. You now feel it is important for your career development to move to a different department in the same company. Write a letter to your manager. In your letter say what you have learned in your present job suggest how the company would benefit from moving you to a different department explain why you do not wish to leave the company
Question 38
You have moved into a new house and want to invite a former colleague to a housewarming party. Write a letter to your former colleague. In your letter: - explain why you have moved - give them some details about your new home - provide information about the party (date, time, and location)
Question 39
You are interested in volunteering at a local animal shelter. Write a letter to the volunteer coordinator expressing your interest. You should include details about: - your relevant skills or experience - your availability - why you want to volunteer there.
Question 40
You have a full time job and are also doing a part time evening course. You now find that you can not continue the course. Write a letter to your tutor. In your letter, describe the situation explain why you cannot continue at this time say what action you would like to take You should write at least 150 words.
Question 41
You and some friends ate a meal at a restaurant to celebrate a special occasion, and you were very pleased with the food and service. Write a letter to the restaurant manager. In your letter: give details of your visit to the restaurant explain the reason for the celebration say what was good about the food and the service
Question 42
Last week you were on a flight to London. Unfortunately, when you got off the plane, you left a bag there. You did not remember about the bag until you got to your hotel. Write a letter to the airline. In your letter explain what has happened describe the bag and its contents say what you would like them to do about this problem
Question 43
On a recent Holiday, you lost a valuable item. Fortunately, you have travel insurance to cover the cost of anything lost. Write a letter to the manager of your insurance company. In letter Explain the item you lost, Explain how you lost it, Tell the insurance company what you would like them to do.
Question 44
Five months ago, you started renting an apartment on a six-month agreement. You now wish to stay in the apartment for longer than the six months you originally agreed with the owner. Write a letter to the owner of your apartment. In your letter • say how long you now want to rent the apartment for • explain why your plans have changed • tell the owner about a problem in the apartment
Question 45
You have bought some clothing online and are not satisfied with your purchase. Write an email 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
Question 46
Your neighbor's dog frequently barks at night, disturbing your sleep and that of other residents. Write a letter to your neighbor explaining the problem. You should include details about: - how the barking affects you and others - when the barking usually occurs - suggest possible solutions to the issue.
Question 47
Your company is organizing a team-building weekend getaway and you want to invite a colleague. Write a letter to your colleague inviting them to the getaway. You should include details about: - the purpose of the team-building getaway and the benefits of attending - the location, date, and activities planned - what they need to bring or prepare for the weekend
Question 48
You missed an international flight due to a problem at the airport. Write a letter to the airline. In your letter: Describe what happened that caused you to miss your flight Explain how missing your flight impacted you Clearly state what you would like the airline to do
Question 49
You are planning a weekend hiking trip with a group of friends but need to finalize the details. Write a letter to your friends outlining the plan. You should include details about: - the proposed dates and location for the hike - the level of difficulty and any necessary equipment - how you will handle transportation and meals.
Question 50
WRITING TASK 1 You should spend about 20 minutes on this task. Last week you were on a flight to London. Unfortunately, when you got off the plane, you left a bag there. You did not remember about the bag until you got to your hotel. Write a letter to the airline. In your letter explain what has happened describe the bag and its contents say what you would like them to do about this problem You should write at least 150 words. You do NOT need to write any addresses. Begin your letter as follows: Dear Sir or Madam,
Question 51
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
Question 52
You 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 x describe the problem with the equipment x explain what happened when you phoned the shop x say what you would like the manager to do
Question 53
You signed up for a gym membership a month ago, but the facilities have been consistently unclean and several pieces of equipment are frequently out of order. Write a letter to the gym manager complaining about the current state of the gym. You should include details about: - Specific examples of the uncleanliness and broken equipment - How this is affecting your ability to use the gym - What you expect the gym to do to improve the situation
Question 54
You would like to reduce your working hours in order to study part time. Write a letter to your boss. In your letter: explain why you want to reduce your working hours say which hours you would like to work describe how your part-time studies would benefit your employer
Question 55
You are due to start a new job next week but you will not be able to because you have some problems. Write a letter to your new employer. In your letter: explain your situation describe your problems tell him/her when you think you can start
Question 56
You are organizing a surprise birthday party for a close friend and need to delegate tasks to other friends to help with the preparations. Write a letter to a friend asking for help with the party arrangements. You should include details about: - What task you would like them to handle (e.g., decorations, food, music) - Why you think they would be perfect for this particular task - The deadline for completing the task, and how to coordinate further
Question 57
You are a member of an International Students' club. The club is orginising an event to celebrate popular food from around the world. Write a letter to the event organiser, Luis. In your letter offer to make a popular dish from your country, describe what this dish is, explain why it should be included in the event
Question 58
Your local public library wants to make improvements to their services and facilities. In order to get ideas from the public, they have asked library users to send them suggestions in writing. write a letter to the librarian. In your letter:describe what you like about the librarysay what you do not like , and make suggestions for improvements
Question 59
You are soon going to spend three months doing work experience in an organization. Write a letter to the manager of the organization 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.
Question 60
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 summer
Question 61
A friend of yours is thinking of going on a campaign in this summer for the first time. 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
Question 62
You are unhappy with the gym that you recently joined. Write a letter to the gym manager. - Explain what you like about the gym. - Describe what problems you have experienced. - Suggest what the gym could do to improve.
Question 63
WRITING TASK 1 You should spend about 20 minutes on this task. 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 Write at least 150 words. You do NOT need to write any addresses. Begin your letter as follows: Dear Sir or Madam,
Question 64
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.
Question 65
You work at home and have a problem with a piece of equipment that you use for your job. Write a letter to the shop or company which supplied the equipment. In your letter •Describe the problem with the equipment. •Explain how this problem is affecting your work. •Say what you want the shop or company to do.
Question 66
You 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 • say what you would like the manager to do Task 1 ( general)
Question 67
You started in your present job two years ago. You now feel it is important for your career development to move to a different department in the same company. Write a letter to your manager. In your letter, say what you have learned in your present job suggest how the company would benefit from moving you to a different department explain why you do not wish to leave the company Write at least 150 words. You do NOT need to write any addresses. Begin your letter as follows: Dear .......................,
Question 68
Your friend has been offered a place on a course at the university where you studied. He/She would like your advice about finding a place to live. Write an email to your friend. In your email: Describe where you lived when you were a student at the university Recommend the best way for him/her to look for accommodation Warn him/her of mistakes students make when choosing accommodation
Question 69
You recently attended a training course for your work. You employer has asked you for your feedback on the training course. Write a letter to your to your employer. In your letter • Remind the employer what the course was about • Explain why the course was useful to you in your work • Suggest why the course may not be suitable for some of your other colleagues
Question 70
You are organizing a volunteer event to clean up a local park and want to invite members of your community to participate. Write a letter to local residents inviting them to volunteer. You should include details about: - the purpose of the cleanup event and its importance - when and where the event will take place and how long it will last - what volunteers should bring or wear
Question 71
You should spend about 20 minutes on this task. 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 licence is advantageous • recommend a driving school • give any extra guidance/tips You do NOT need to write any addresses. Begin your letter as follows: Dear..., You should write at least 150 words.
Question 72
You want to join a local sports club to improve your fitness and meet new people. Write a letter to the club secretary. You should include: - why you want to join the club - what sports you are interested in - any relevant experience you have
Question 73
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 least 150 words.
Question 74
Your neighbours have recently written to you to complain about the noise from your house/ flat. Write a letter to your neighbours. In your letter explain the reasons for the noise apologise describe what action you will take
Question 75
You are hosting a farewell dinner for a colleague who is leaving the company and want to invite your team members. Write a letter to a team member inviting them to the dinner. You should include details about: - why you are organizing the farewell dinner - when and where the dinner will be held - if there's anything they need to prepare or contribute.
Question 76
ou 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
Question 77
You stayed with your friend and by mistake carried home one of his objects. Write a letter and explain: - How you enjoyed staying with your friend. - Explain the object which you brought with you by mistake and explain how the mistake happened. - Mention how you plan to return the object.
Question 78
There have been some problems with the bus service, especially its reliability, in your area over the last two weeks. Write a letter to the manager of the bus company. In your letter • describe what the problems are • explain how these problems are affecting you • suggest what you would like the company to do
Question 79
You are planning a potluck dinner party to celebrate the end of summer with your neighbors. Write a letter inviting your neighbors to the party. You should include: - The reason for hosting the potluck dinner - Specifics about the date, time, and location. - Instructions on what kind of dish each neighbor should bring.
Question 80
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 were unhappy with the staff Suggest what action the train company should take
Question 81
Writing task 1 General training -The parents of your Australian friend Chris have invited you to surprise birthday party for him/her. Write a letter to Chris 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 plan to see Chris at a different time
Question 82
You are planning a surprise birthday party for a close friend. Write an email to another mutual friend to ask for help with the arrangements. In your email, you should: - explain why you are organizing the party - suggest a date, time, and venue for the party - ask for their assistance with specific tasks
Question 83
You work at home and have a problem with a piece of equipment that you use for your job. Write a letter to the shop or company which supplied the equipment. In your letter. Describe the problem with the equipment Explain how this problem is affecting your work Say what you want the shop or company to do
Question 84
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. In your letter tell them when you will be arriving and leaving explain what type of rooms you would like, and ask how much the weekend will cost ask about activities and places of interest near the hotel You should write at least 150 words. You do NOT need to write any addresses. Begin your letter as follows: Dear Sir or Madam,
Question 85
You have lost an item of value on a train. Write a letter to the railway company. In your letter describe the item explain where and when you left it say what action you would like the company to take
Question 86
You recently spent a night in a hotel and had to put up with a great deal of noise very early in the morning because of a faulty central heating system. The manager promised to contact you regarding compensation but you still haven't heard from him. Write a letter to the hotel. In the letter describe the problem at the hotel explain what the manager had said at the time say what you want the manager to do.
Question 87
You recently borrowed a book from a friend, and unfortunately, you lost it. Write a letter to your friend. You should include: -an apology for losing the book -details about how you lost it -an offer to replace it or compensate them
Question 88
You work for an international company, and would like to spend six months working in its head office in another country. Write a letter to your manager. In your letter explain why you want to work in the company's head office for six months say how your work could be done while you are away ask for his/her help in arranging it
Question 89
You should spend about 20 minutes on this task. 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
Question 90
You recently received 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 idea for him/her. - Suggest types of jobs that would be suitable for him/her.
Question 91
The younger sister of one of your friends is thinking about spending a year studying abroad as part of her university course. You did this recently, and she has asked you about your experience. Write a letter to your friend's sister. In your letter • tell her where you studied during your year abroad • describe what you learnt about the country you studied in • explain why your year abroad was helpful for your studies
Question 92
Write a letter to a friend. You have borrowed something from your friend and it got danaged. Apologize for damaging the product. Explain what happened and say how are you going to fix the issue.
Question 93
Your neighbor consistently plays loud music late at night, disrupting your sleep and ability to work from home. Write a letter to your neighbor politely but firmly addressing the issue. You should include details about: - specific instances of the noise disturbance - how the noise affects your daily life - a suggested solution to resolve the problem amicably.
Question 94
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
Question 95
You recently borrowed a book from a friend, but you accidentally damaged it. Write an email to your friend. In your email: explain what happened to the book apologise for the damage say what you will do to fix the problem
Question 96
You have recently gone to live in a new city. Write a letter to your friend. In your letter: explain why you have moved tell about the city invite your friend to come and visit you
Question 97
You are a member of an International Students' club. The club is organising an event to celebrate popular food from around the world. Write a letter to the event organiser, Luis. In your letter: offer to make a popular dish from your country describe what this dish is explain why it should be included in the event
Question 98
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
Question 99
You have recently started work in a new company. Write a letter to an English-speaking friend. In your letter explain why you changed jobs describe your new job tell him/her your other news
Question 100
You hired a local company to renovate your kitchen, but the work was completed to a poor standard. Write a letter to the company complaining about the renovation work. You should include details about: - what specific problems you have with the work - how these problems have affected your daily life - what you expect the company to do to resolve the situation.
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