IELTS Writing Samples - Task1
informal

Informal letter:a friend’s visit to your city

One of your friends is going to visit your city for a short period. Write a letter to your friend. In your letter, you should:

• tell what time of year is most suitable for sightseeing around the city.
• describe some places that are worth visiting
• say how to find an inexpensive hotel

Mar 2007

Informal Letter: a friend taking care of your children

You are going to have a business trip and arrange your friend to look after your children. Write a letter to the friend. In your letter, you should:

• tell him/her which kind of food your children like and dislike.
• tell him/her what kind of activities your children can attend.
• tell him/her the time you will pick up your children.

Jan 2009

Informal Letter: Apology letter to a friend 1

Your friend wants to come to your city and stay with you for one week for a holiday. However, it is impossible for you to accompany him. Write a letter to your friend. In your letter, you should:

• apologize to your friend
• explain why you can not stay with him
• suggest an alternative plan for the holiday

Jul 2005

Informal Letter: invitation letter to a Friend

Your friend from an English-speaking country will come to your city for a holiday. Write a letter to your friend. In your letter, you should :

• invite him to stay with you
• introduce some places to visit
• give him some advice

Jan 2006

Informal Letter -Give your suggestions

Your neighbour keeps his pets in the garden, which has caused some troubles to your life.Write a letter to your neighbour. In your letter, you should:

• say who you are and why you write this letter.
• explain the problems
• give your suggestion on how to solve the problems 

May 2007

Informal Letter- Invite friend

Your friend from an English Speaking country will come to your city for a holiday. Write a letter to your friend. In letter, you should:

                 •  invite him to stay with you

                 •  introduce places to visit

                 •  give him some advice