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IELTS General Writing Task 1: Informal Letter Tutorial
Time: 20 minutes
Score: 33% of your total writing score
Key Tips
Follow English Letter-Writing Conventions
Start with an appropriate greeting.
Address the three bullet points in the prompt clearly and thoroughly.
Use paragraphs to separate different points or topics.
Order of Information
Introduction: State the purpose of the letter.
Body Paragraphs: Address each of the bullet points given in the prompt.
Conclusion: Sum up your letter and provide any final remarks.
Style and Tone
Determine the tone of your letter based on your relationship with the recipient:
Informal Tone: Used when writing to friends, family, or acquaintances.
Neutral Tone: Used for people you know but aren’t very close to.
Formal Tone: Used in professional or official contexts (not typically used for informal letters).
Use appropriate language and expressions for the tone you choose.
Starting and Finishing the Letter
Start: Use informal greetings such as "Dear [First Name]," or "Hi [First Name],"
End: Use informal closings such as "Best wishes," "Take care," or "Cheers," followed by your name.
Using Language Accurately and Appropriately
Use correct grammar, spelling, and punctuation.
Use a variety of sentence structures and vocabulary appropriate to the tone of the letter.
Organizing and Linking Information Coherently
Use linking words and phrases to connect ideas (e.g., "Firstly," "Moreover," "However," "In addition," "Finally").
Ensure each paragraph flows logically to the next.
Example Prompt and Structure
Prompt: You are writing to a friend who has recently moved to a new city. In your letter:
Congratulate them on their new home.
Share some news from your life.
Ask about their new neighbourhood and how they are settling in.
Example Response:
Greeting:
Hi John,
Introduction:
I hope this letter finds you well. I just wanted to drop you a quick note to say congratulations on your new home!
Body Paragraphs:
1. Congratulate them on their new home:
I heard from Sarah that you’ve moved into a lovely apartment in downtown Boston. That’s amazing news! I’m sure you’re going to love living there.
2. Share some news from your life:
Things have been pretty busy on my end. I recently started a new job at a tech company, and it's been both challenging and exciting. Also, I adopted a puppy last month, and he’s been keeping me on my toes!
3. Ask about their new neighbourhood and how they are settling in:
How are you finding the new neighborhood? Have you had a chance to explore the local area yet? I’d love to hear all about how you’re settling in and if you’ve found any favourite spots or hidden gems.
Conclusion:
Anyway, I don’t want to take up too much of your time. Just wanted to catch up and hear all about your new adventures in Boston. Looking forward to hearing from you soon!
Closing:
Best wishes,
Emily
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