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The document provides 25 examples of letter writing prompts that require the writer to compose a letter addressing a specific situation or request. Each prompt includes 3-4 bullet points describing the key information or request that should be included in the letter. The prompts cover a wide range of scenarios involving personal and professional correspondence, such as requesting to borrow books, making complaints, thank you letters, apologies, recommendations, and arranging meetings.

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WRITING SKILLS

WRITING TASK 1
1. You are going to teach English to your friend’s child. Write a letter to your past English
teacher to ask if you can borrow some books from him/her.

In your letter

 tell your teacher about the child;


 say when and where you will teach the child;
 Explain what books you would like to borrow.

2. A cafe near your home puts some chairs and tables on the pavement for customers. This
creates a problem for you. Write a letter to the cafe manager to complain about this matter.

In your letter

 describe the problem;


 explain how it affects you;
 say what you will do if this matter is not resolved.

3. Your friend asked you to find a part-time job for him/her to earn some money while studying.
You found a job that might be suitable for him/her. Write a letter to your friend.

In your letter

 give him/her the job description;


 explain why he/she should take the job;
 say what he/she should do to get the job.

4. The sports center that you regularly visit has a problem with some of its equipment. Write a
letter to the center manager.

In your letter

 tell them about the problem;


 describe how it has affected you;
 explain why it should be fixed soon.

5. Your workplace does not have a car park, causing some problems. Write a letter to your
manager.
In your letter

 describe the problems;


 explain what benefits a car park would bring to the company;
 suggest a solution for the car park problem.

You had a minor accident at work, and you got injured. According to the company rules, you
must report it to your manager in writing. Write a letter to your manager.

In your letter

 describe what happened and your injury;


 explain what the result of the accident was;
 suggest a way to avoid similar accidents in the future.

6. You have recently read a book and noticed some incorrect information about a place you
know. Write a letter to the author of the book.

In your letter

 describe the name of the place and the incorrect information;


 provide the correct information;
 explain why it is important to correct this mistake.

7. You have traveled to another city for a company meeting and stayed at a hotel. When you
returned, you discovered you had forgotten something important in your hotel room. Write a
letter to the hotel manager.

In your letter

 say what you have left in the room;


 explain why it is important to you;
 tell the manager what you would like them to do about it.

8. You participated in a public event organized at a local park. Write a letter to the event
organizer.

In your letter

 tell them some feedback about the event;


 explain what you particularly enjoyed;
 give some suggestions for improvement.
9. You lost an item while traveling on a bus. An employee of the bus company assisted you in
recovering your lost item. Write a letter to the company manager to thank the employee.

In your letter

 describe what you lost and why it was important to you


 how the employee helped you find it
 and explain how you felt after recovering it

10. You recently had some items shipped to you from overseas. Upon receiving the shipment,
you found some things damaged in transit. Write a letter to the manager of the shipping
company.

In your letter

 provide the details of your shipment


 describe the damage
 say what action you want the company to take.

12. You visit a cafe every day. Write a letter to the manager of the restaurant.

In your letter

 say what you like about the cafe


 suggest an improvement to the cafe
 explain the benefits of your suggestion.

13. You recently discovered plans to build a new airport in your area and are unhappy with it.
Write a letter to the local authority.

In your letter

 say how you found out about the plans


 explain what problems your neighborhood will face
 suggest some possible solutions to those problems.

14. You have recently read a book about a city you know well and found some incorrect
information. Write a letter to the author.

In your letter

 tell him/her of the incorrect information


 give him/her the correct information
 explain why they should correct it.

15. Your friend's dog has recently passed away. Write a letter to console your friend.
In your letter:

 Express your sympathy


 Include memories you have about the dog
 Invite your friend to do something with you

Write at least 150 words. You do NOT need to write any addresses.
Begin your letter as follows:
Dear ___,

16. You recently took a long vacation. In your absence, a friend did you a huge favor.
Write a letter thanking your friend.
In your letter:

Explain what the favor was



Describe how this favor helped you

Offer compensation

Write at least 150 words.
You do NOT need to write any addresses.
Begin your letter as follows:

Dear ___,

17. Your friend invited you to his/her birthday party, but you are unable to attend.

Write a letter apologizing for your absence. In your letter:


 State why you cannot go
 Explain your reason for not contacting your friend sooner
 Suggest another time to meet
Write at least 150 words. You do NOT need to write any addresses.
Begin your letter as follows:
Dear ___,

18. A friend of yours is going on holiday soon and has asked you to recommend a destination.

Write a letter to your friend. In your letter:


 Recommend a good place for a holiday that you have visited
 Describe where you stayed and what you can do there
 Provide one negative aspect about the destination
Write at least 150 words. You do NOT need to write any addresses.
Begin your letter as follows:
Dear ___,

19. You are moving to a new city for work and have just realized that an old friend lives in the
city.

Write a letter to your friend. In your letter:


 Ask them for advice in finding accommodation
 Tell them where you would like to live
 Tell them the type of place you are looking for
Write at least 150 words. You do NOT need to write any addresses.
Begin your letter as follows:
Dear ___,

20. You play a team sport with some friends. Last week a member of the team had an accident
and wasn't able to play with you

Write a letter to your friend. In your letter:


 Tell him which team won
 Describe the weather conditions that day
 Say how you felt about the match
Write at least 150 words. You do NOT need to write any addresses.
Begin your letter as follows:
Dear ___,

21. One of your friends has asked you to be a partner in his new business.

Write a letter to your friend. In your letter:


 Give your opinion of your friend's business idea
 Tell him whether or not you have decided to accept the offer
 Explain your reasons for this decision
Write at least 150 words. You do NOT need to write any addresses.
Begin your letter as follows:
Dear Mark,

21. You recently went on a trip with a friend and you both took some photographs.

Write a letter to your friend. In your letter:


 Ask your friend to send you a particular photograph
 Explain why you need that particular photograph
 Tell your friend what happened to your copy of it
Write at least 150 words. You do NOT need to write any addresses.
Begin your letter as follows:
Dear Brendan,

22. You are going on holiday and have just remembered that your aunt lives in one of the cities
you will be visiting.

Write a letter to your aunt. In your letter:


 Tell her about your holiday plans
 Ask if you can stay with her for a portion of the trip
 Explain how you will make it up to her
Write at least 150 words. You do NOT need to write any addresses.
Begin your letter as follows:
Dear Aunt Sally,

23. You and a friend have both been accepted to a study abroad program in Paris, France.

Write a letter to your friend. In your letter:


 Congratulate him/her for also being accepted
 Ask him/her if he/she would like to be your roommate
 Discuss possible activities that the two of you could do together
Write at least 150 words. You do NOT need to write any addresses.
Begin your letter as follows:
Dear ___,

24. Last weekend, your cousin celebrated her 50th birthday, but you couldn't attend and you
forgot to cancel.
Write a letter to your cousin. In your letter:
 Apologize for missing the birthday celebration
 Explain why you missed it and why you hadn't let her know
 Describe how you will make it up to her
Write at least 150 words. You do NOT need to write any addresses.
Begin your letter as follows:
Dear ___,

25. You have been busy with your studies for the past month and haven't had time to visit your
family.

Write a letter to your grandmother. In your letter:


 Apologize for not getting in touch with her sooner
 Explain why you have been so busy
 Arrange a time to visit
Write at least 150 words. You do NOT need to write any addresses.
Begin your letter as follows:
Dear Grandmother,

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