Free IELTS General Task 1 Sample Essays

Band 6.0

Semi-Formal Letters

Five months ago, you started renting an apartment on a sic-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 y...

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Band 6.0

Semi-Formal Letters

You borrowed some books from your school or college library. Unfortunately you have to go away to visit a sick relative and cannot return the book in time. Write a letter to the library. Explain what has happened and tell them what you want to do about it.

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Band 6.0

Semi-Formal Letters

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, apologize describe what action you will take.

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Band 6.0

Semi-Formal Letters

You have a full-time job and are also doing a part-time evening course. You now find that you cannot continue the course. Write a letter to the course tutor. In your letter describe the situation, explain why you cannot continue at this time, say what action...

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Band 6.0

Semi-Formal Letters

You need to borrow something from a friend. Write a letter to this friend. In your letter: Introduce yourself and remind your friend how you know each other Explain what you want to borrow and why Arrange how and when you will return the item Write at least 1...

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Band 6.5

Semi-Formal Letters

Five months ago, you started renting an apartment on a sic-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 y...

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Band 6.5

Semi-Formal Letters

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.

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Band 6.5

Semi-Formal Letters

You are unhappy about a plan to make your local airport bigger and increase the number of flights. You live near the airport. Write a letter to your local newspaper. In your letter, explain where you live, describe the problem, give reasons why you do not wa...

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Band 6.5

Semi-Formal Letters

You are interested in joining a local sports club. Write a letter to the club manager. In your letter: Introduce yourself and your interest in the club Ask about membership fees, facilities, and opening hours Inquire about any ongoing promotions or trial perio...

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Band 6.5

Semi-Formal Letters

You travelled by plane last week and your suitcase was lost. You have still heard nothing from the airline company. Write to the airline and explain what happened. Describe your suitcase and tell them what was in it. Find out what they are going to do about i...

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Band 7.0

Semi-Formal Letters

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, apologize describe what action you will take.

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Band 7.0

Semi-Formal Letters

You borrowed some books from your school or college library. Unfortunately you have to go away to visit a sick relative and cannot return the book in time. Write a letter to the library. Explain what has happened and tell them what you want to do about it.

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Band 7.0

Semi-Formal Letters

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, apologize describe what action you will take.

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Band 7.0

Semi-Formal Letters

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.

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Band 7.0

Semi-Formal Letters

You are interested in volunteering for a local charity or organization. Write a letter to the organization. In your letter: Introduce yourself and explain why you are interested in volunteering Mention any relevant skills or experiences you have Ask about the...

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Band 7.5

Semi-Formal Letters

Five months ago, you started renting an apartment on a sic-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 y...

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Band 7.5

Semi-Formal Letters

You attended a workshop or event recently and would like to give your feedback. Write a letter to the organizer. In your letter: Introduce yourself and mention the event you attended Give your opinion about the event Offer some suggestions for future events W...

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Band 8.0

Semi-Formal Letters

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.

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Band 8.0

Semi-Formal Letters

Five months ago, you started renting an apartment on a sic-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 y...

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Band 8.0

Semi-Formal Letters

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, apologize describe what action you will take.

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Band 8.0

Semi-Formal Letters

You are interested in volunteering for a local charity or organization. Write a letter to the organization. In your letter: Introduce yourself and explain why you are interested in volunteering Mention any relevant skills or experiences you have Ask about the...

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Band 8.0

Semi-Formal Letters

You need to borrow something from a friend. Write a letter to this friend. In your letter: Introduce yourself and remind your friend how you know each other Explain what you want to borrow and why Arrange how and when you will return the item Write at least 1...

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Band 6.0

Informal Letters

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 thi...

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Band 6.0

Informal Letters

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 thi...

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