2023 IELTS Writing General Task 1 Questions And Answer

You were hurt in a minor accident inside a supermarket, and you wish to complain to the supermarket.  Write a letter to the manager of the supermarket. In your letter  • say who you are  • give details about the accident  • suggest how the supermarket could prevent similar accidents Write at least 150 words. You do not need to write any addresses.

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 you would like to take Write at least 150 words. You do not need to write any addresses.

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 Write at least 150 words. You do not need to write any addresses.

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 Write at least 150 words. You do not need to write any addresses.

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.

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 Write at least 150 words. You do not need to write any addresses.

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 Write at least 150 words. You do not need to write any addresses.

You work for an international company. You have seen an advertisement for a training course which will be useful for your job.  Write a letter to your manager. In your letter  • describe the training course you want to do  • explain what the company could do to help you  • say how the course will be useful for your job Write at least 150 words. You do not need to write any addresses.

A large company in your area has decided to spend a certain amount of money, either to sponsor a local children's sports team for two years, or to pay for two open-air concerts. It has asked for feedback from the general public.  Write a letter to the company. In your letter  • describe the benefits of sponsoring the sports team  • summarise the benefits of paying for the concerts  • say how you think the company should spend the money Write at least 150 words. You do not need to write any addresses.

You recently used a company to help you move your furniture and possessions to your new apartment. The removal company has now asked for your feedback about the service they provided. Write a letter to the removal company. In your letter • explain what went well on the day you moved house • praise an employee who was particularly helpful • mention an aspect of the service that you were not happy with Write at least 150 words. You do not need to write any addresses.

You recently went to a concert and thought one of the singers was very good. You want to tell him how you feel. Write a letter to the singer. In your letter • say how you feel about his performance • give details of your musical activities • explain how you would like him to help you with your musical activities Write at least 150 words. You do not need to write any addresses.

You are going to another country to study. You would like to do a part-time job while you are studying, so you want to ask a friend who lives there for some help. Write a letter to this friend. In your letter • give details of your study plans • explain why you want to get a part-time job • suggest how your friend could help you find a job Write at least 150 words. You do not need to write any addresses.

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 job that would be suitable for him/her Write at least 150 words. You do not need to write any addresses.

You are working for a company.You need to take some time off work and want to ask your manager about this. Write a letter to your manager. In your letter • explain why you want to take time off work • give details of the amount of time you need • suggest how your work could be covered while you are away Write at least 150 words. You do not need to write any addresses.

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 you were unhappy with the staff • suggest what action the train company should take Write at least 150 words. You do not need to write any addresses.

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. Write at least 150 words. You do not need to write any addresses.

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 Write at least 150 words. You do not need to write any addresses.

You have recently moved to a different house.  Write a letter to an English-speaking friend. In your letter  • explain why you have moved  • describe the new house  • invite your friend to come and visit Write at least 150 words. You do not need to write any addresses.

You want to sell some of your furniture. You think a friend of yours might like to buy it from you.  Write a letter to your friend. In your letter  • explain why you are selling  • describe the furniture  • suggest a date when your friend can come and see the furniture Write at least 150 words. You do not need to write any addresses.

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 employer 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 be suitable for some of your other colleagues Write at least 150 words. You do not need to write any addresses.

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 Write at least 150 words. You do not need to write any addresses.

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 Write at least 150 words. You do not need to write any addresses.

Your local council is considering closing a sports and leisure centre that it runs, in order to save money.  Write a letter to the local council. In your letter  • give details of how you and your friends or family use the centre  • explain why the sports and leisure centre is important for the local community  • describe the possible effects on local people if the centre closes Write at least 150 words. You do not need to write any addresses.

Your English-speaking friend has asked for your help with a college project he/she is doing about celebrating New Year in different countries.  Write a letter to your friend. In your letter  • say how important New Year is to people in your country  • describe how New Year is celebrated in your country  • explain what you like about New Year celebrations in your country Write at least 150 words. You do not need to write any addresses.

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 • say how much cooking you've done since the course • suggest another cookery course you'd like the school to offer Write at least 150 words. You do not need to write any addresses.

A magazine wants to include contributions from its readers for an article called 'The book that influenced me most'. Write a letter to the editor of the magazine about the book that influenced you most. In your letter • describe what this book was about • explain how this book influenced you • say whether this book would be likely to influence other people Write at least 150 words. You do not need to write any addresses.

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 Write at least 150 words. You do not need to write any addresses.

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 Write at least 150 words. You do not need to write any addresses.

The parents of your Australian friend Chris have invited you to a surprise birthday party for him/her. Write a letter to Chris's 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 a plan to see Chris at a different time Write at least 150 words. You do not need to write any addresses.

There have been several complaints about the reception area where visitors to your company arrive. Your manager has asked you to suggest how the reception area could be improved.  Write a letter to your manager. In your letter  • describe the complaints that have been made  • say why the reception area is important  • suggest how the reception area could be improved Write at least 150 words. You do not need to write any addresses.