2026 IELTS Writing General Task 1 Questions And Answer

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.

A friend you made while you were studying abroad has written to ask you for help in finding a job in your country. You have heard about a job in a local company that might be suitable for him/her.  Write a letter to this friend. In your letter  • tell your friend about the job and what sort of work it involves  • say why you think the job would be suitable for him/her  • explain how to apply for the job 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.

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.

Your English-speaking friend who lives in your town has asked for your advice about learning a new sport. Write an email to your 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 both learn this sport together 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.

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

You have just read an article in an international travel magazine which contained some information about your town that is incorrect. Write a letter to the editor of the magazine. In your letter • correct the information in the article • explain why it is important for the magazine to give correct information • suggest what the magazine should do about this situation 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.

You have just moved into a new home and are planning to hold a party. You are worried that the noise may disturb your neighbour.  Write a letter to your neighbour. In your letter  • introduce yourself  • describe your plans for the party  • invite your neighbour to come Write at least 150 words. You do not need to write any addresses.

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.

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 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 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 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.

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 organised an all-day meeting for your company, which took place in a local hotel. In their feedback, participants at the meeting said that they liked the hotel, but they were unhappy about the food that was served for lunch.  Write a letter to the manager of the hotel. In your letter  • say what the participants liked about the hotel  • explain why they were unhappy about the food  • suggest what the manager should do to improve the food in future 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 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 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.

Last month you had a holiday overseas where you stayed with some friends. They have just sent you some photos of your holiday.  Write a letter to your friends. In your letter  • thank them for the photos and for the holiday  • explain why you didn't write earlier  • invite them to come and stay with you 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 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.

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 your letter • describe the item you lost • explain how you lost it • tell the insurance company what you would like them to do 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.

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 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 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.

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