Band 6+: There will be a traditional celebration in your country and you want to invite your friend from an English-speaking country. Write him/her a letter and - invite your friend, - explain what happens at the party, - describe the tradition and why it's important in your country, - say why it is important for your friend to be there.

Dear Sheena

I hope you are perfectly well and healthy. I am writing this letter to invite you to celebrate our traditional festival Deepavali with us this year. While we are studying together, you promised to visit me . So, this is the best time to come to India this year

Deepavali is our national festival. It falls in the month of October or November. It is celebrated to commemorate 14 years of exile . This is one festival which all Indian celebrate. A month before Deepavali, we whitewash our home and buy new clothes to wear on that day. On this day of the party, we worship Goddess Lakshmi, the symbol of wealth and also born crackers. There is lots of fun and enjoy.

Since I finished my course at Kings University and came back home, I have talked so much about you to my parents that they are all very eager to see you. Moreover, it will help you in the project. You are doing on globalisation and tradition. You will see that the Indians have not forgotten our traditional festivals, even if we have a part of the global village, which is influenced by the West culture.

We would be honoured to have you as our guest for entire stay here. You are welcome to bring your parents along if they can spare the time. I assure you we will make it a memorable holiday for you.

Your lovingly,

Oshin