Темы для неофициальных писем

Job

You have got a letter from your pen friend. He/she wants to find a part-time job to earn some money. Write a letter including the following:

• If it is popular with teenagers in your country to have a part-time job;
• what the pluses and minuses of such employment are?;
• what kind of work teenagers can apply for.

Write a letter of at least … words. Don`t use your real name or any other personal information. Start your letter in an appropriate way.

You have got a letter from your friend in which he/she writes that many of his/her friends have a part-time job. He/she wants to know your opinion on this matter. Include the following:

• a job teaches you how to become responsible and how to spend money responsibly;
• a job can help teenagers to prepare themselves for their future career;
•  having a job could have a negative effect on your studies.

Write a letter of at least … words. Don`t use your real name or any other personal information. Start your letter in an appropriate way.

Travelling

You were staying in England for some weeks at your friend`s house. Now you have just returned home and have decided to write a thank you letter to your friend. Include the following:

• say «Thank you» again;
• praise English food;
• praise their hospitality.

Write a letter of at least … words. Don`t use your real name or any other personal information. Start your letter in an appropriate way.

Your family has spent a weekend with your close friends. Write a letter, including the following information:

• thank your friends for hospitality;
• tell them how greatly you appreciate your friendship;
• invite them to visit you.

Write a letter of at least … words. Do not write your own name, any dates, addresses or other personal information. Start your letter in an appropriate way. (Пишем одному члену семьи, например, Dear Linda,)

Your friend is coming over to stay with you. However, you will be away on vacation for a month. Write him/her a letter and say:

• How to get the keys to your flat
• How to operate the equipment in the flat, and
• Suggest a few places of interest to visit

Write a letter of at least … words. Don`t use your real name or any other personal information. Start your letter in an appropriate way.

A family member is coming to stay with you. He/she will be arriving by train in the morning, but you won’t be home until the evening. Write a letter to your relative. In your letter:

• explain the arrangements you have made for them to get keys and enter the house
• tell your relative how to get from the train station to your house
• say when you will be home and suggest what you could do together that evening

Write a letter of at least … words. Don`t use your real name or any other personal information. Start your letter in an appropriate way.

You have got a letter from your pen-friend. He/she tells you about his/her plans for summer vocations. Write a reply, including the following information:

• tell your friend that you are planning a hike to the mountains;
• describe your preparation for the hike;
• mention what you are going to do after the hike.

Write a letter of at least … words. Do not write your own name, any dates, addresses or other personal information. Start your letter in an appropriate way.

You have got a letter from your pen-friend, in which he/she asked about your travelling preferences. Write a reply, including the following infornation:

• cities and towns you would like to visit;
• your last travel;
• your usual activities during the trips.

Write a letter of at least … words. Do not write your own name, any dates, addresses or other personal information. Start your letter in an appropriate way.

You have been invited by your pen- friend to spend the weekend in his grandfather’s house in the village. Write a letter accepting this invitation. Include the following:

• thank for the invitation and accept it;
• ask about the region where the village is situated;
• ask about the activities you are going to do.

Write a letter of at least … words. Do not write your own name, any dates, addresses or other personal information. Start your letter in an appropriate way.

You have been invited by your friend to spend the weekend in his grandfather’s
house in the mountains. Write a letter refusing this invitation. Include the following:

• thank for the invitation and refuse it politely;
• explain the reason you can’t receive the invitation;
• promise to spend the weekend in his grandfather’s house some other time.

Write a letter of at least … words. Do not write your own name, any dates, addresses or other personal information. Start your letter in an appropriate way.

You are staying with your English pen-friend in England. Write a  letter (

to your parents and tell them what you do every day. Include:

• family routine;
• doing things with friends;
• sport

Write a letter of at least … words. Do not write your own name, any dates, addresses or other personal information. Start your letter in an appropriate way.

You are in London. Write a letter to your friend You should:

• tell your friend how long you have been there and where you are staying;
• Share your impressions of places of interest you have visited;
• what you are enjoying most about your trip.

Write a letter of at least … words. Don`t use your real name or any other personal information. Start your letter in an appropriate way.

Technology

You have got a letter from your pen friend. His/her parents think that mobile phones are just expensive “toys” that teenagers use for fun and nothing more and they don`t want to buy him/her the latest model of iPhone. Write a letter to your friend in which you:

• Express your opinion on the subject;
• Describe the pros and cons of having a mobile phone;
• give some advice to your friend what he/she should do in his/her situation.

Write a letter of at least … words. Don`t use your real name or any other personal information. Start your letter in an appropriate way.

You’ve got a letter from your English pen-friend. He/she has recently bought an electronic book reader and is very excited using it. He/she thinks that traditional paper books are no longer necessary and so he/she advises you to use an e-book reader as well. Write a letter to your friend and

• explain your personal attitude to reading in general, and to e-books in particular
• express your opinion about his/her idea that traditional paper books are no longer necessary
• say what role books play in your life

Write a letter of at least 100 words. Do not write your own name, any dates, addresses or other personal information. Start your letter in an appropriate way.

My Country

Your friend from another country asked you to send a letter next time you went on holiday. You are having a short holiday in your country. Write the letter to your friend, in which you:

• describe the outdoor activities you have been doing;
• say how you spend your time when you are not out;
• tell your friend what you are hoping to do before your holiday ends.

Write a letter of at least … words. Don`t use your real name or any other personal information. Start your letter in an appropriate way.

Your friend from England asked you to write about the town/city/village where you live. Write the letter to your friend, include the information:

•  traffic and transport;
• things to see;
• activities for young people.

Write a letter of at least … words. Don`t use your real name or any other personal information. Start your letter in an appropriate way.

Your pen-friend is coming to Ukraine. He/she asks for your advice on how to
spend three days. Write a letter and recommend some places to go. In your letter:

• welcome his/her decision to visit Ukraine in summer;
• tell him/her about the weather
• recommend two places around your city.

Write a letter of at least … words. Don`t use your real name or any other personal information. Start your letter in an appropriate way.

Your friend would like to visit your hometown. Write a letter to him and say

• What is the best time of the year to visit your hometown?
• Suggest some places to visit in your hometown.
• Invite your friend to meet your family.

Write a letter of at least … words. Don`t use your real name or any other personal information. Start your letter in an appropriate way.

 Your foreign pen-friend  is planning to visit Ukraine in
July. Tell him / her about:

• the possibility to stay in your flat;
• the places you recommend to visit;
• the best places to do the shopping.

Write a letter of at least … words. Don`t use your real name or any other personal information. Start your letter in an appropriate way.

 

Write a letter to your English-speaking pen-friend  about your hometown. Use the prompts given below.

• How old is your hometown?
• What is it known for?
• Would you move away from your hometown?

Write a letter of at least … words. Don`t use your real name or any other personal information. Start your letter in an appropriate way.

People

You have read the letter in the Internet blog in which the boy from New Zealand
is looking for a pen friend. Write a  letter to this boy including the following information:

• Give your name, age and nationality.
• Say what you like doing and why you are writing.
• Ask the boy to write you about the same things.

Write a letter of at least … words. Don`t use your real name or any other personal information. Start your letter in an appropriate way.

You have received a letter from your pen-friend in which he/she tells you about his/her relationship with his/her elder brother whom he/she considers to be his/her best friend.

Write a letter to your pen-friend in which you say

• who your best friend is
• what he/she looks like
• what you like and dislike about his/her character

Write a letter of at least … words. Do not write your own name, any dates, addresses or other personal information. Start your letter in an appropriate way.

Write an email to your pen friend  about your favourite celebrity in which:

• introduce and explain why he/she is popular;
• describe his/her appearance and personality;
• explain why you admire him/her and ask your friend whether he/she has a favourite celebrity.

Write an email  of at least … words. Don`t use your real name or any other personal information. Start your email in an appropriate way.

Write an email to your e-pal about your favourite teacher in which:

• describe his/her appearance and clothes;
• explain why you like him/her;
• describe his/her hobby and ask your friend whether he/she has a favourite teacher

Write an email  of at least … words. Don`t use your real name or any other personal information. Start your email in an appropriate way.

Your friend has sent you a letter in which he touches upon the issue on friendship nowadays. Write a letter in which you:

• tell him what traits you value and dislike;
• tell him your opinion about virtual friendship;
• give him advice how to find time for friends.

Write a letter of at least … words. Don`t use your real name or any other personal information. Start your letter in an appropriate way.

Write an email to your e-pal about your best friend in which:

• tell him/her about your friend;
• describe interests you share;
• mention your friend’s characteristic features you like.

Write an email  of at least … words. Don`t use your real name or any other personal information. Start your email in an appropriate way.

Home

Your friend has written you that his/her parents are always criticizing him/her for the mess in his/her room and he/she has wondered about your room. Write him/her a letter in which:

• tell him/her how much a room says about a person;
• describe your room;
• give some advice.

Write a letter of at least … words. Don`t use your real name or any other personal information. Start your letter in an appropriate way.

You have just returned from your exchange trip to London. Write an email to your e-pal and:

• describe your English host family`s house;
• tell about advantages and disadvantages of living with an English host family;
• invite your friend to your country and suggest ways of spending time together.

Write an email  of at least … words. Don`t use your real name or any other personal information. Start your email in an appropriate way.

You are a city resident and you have just returned from the trip to the village where your friend lives. Write a letter to your penfriend and:

• describe  your friend`s house in the village;
• tell about advantages and disadvantages of living in the village;
• invite your friend to your city and suggest ways of spending time together.

Write a letter of at least … words. Don`t use your real name or any other personal information. Start your letter in an appropriate way.

You are a village resident and you have just returned from the trip to the city where your friend lives. Write a letter to your penfriend and:

• describe  your friend`s flat in the city;
• tell about advantages and disadvantages of living in a big city;
• invite your friend to your village and suggest ways of spending time together.

Write a letter of at least … words. Don`t use your real name or any other personal information. Start your letter in an appropriate way.

While studying abroad you are looking for a flatmate. On your school website you have found an interesting flat for rent. Write an email to your potential flatmate in which:

• ask him about the location and rent;
• ask if you can invite friends
• find out about the habits and interests of your potential flatmate

Write an email  of at least … words. Don`t use your real name or any other personal information. Start your email in an appropriate way.

You spent a weekend at your friend’s house in the countryside. Write a letter to your English friend:

• describing the house and the setting,
• tell about something that happened that weekend,
• give some advantages of living in the countryside.

Write a letter  of at least … words. Don`t use your real name or any other personal information. Start your letter in an appropriate way.

You have recently moved to a different house/apartment. Write a letter to an English speaking friend. In your letter:

• Explain why you have moved
• Describe the new house/apartment
• Invite him/her to pay you a visit.

Write an email  of at least … words. Don`t use your real name or any other personal information. Start your email in an appropriate way.

You have received a letter from your pen-friend in which he/she complains that he/she rents a tiny apartment which he/she shares with two fellow- students. They have only one desk and have to do their homework in turns. Write a letter to your pen-friend in which you say

• whether your room is spacious enough for you
• what makes your room comfortable/uncomfortable
• what you would like to change in it and why

Write a letter of at least … words. Do not write your own name, any dates, addresses or other personal information. Start your letter in an appropriate way.

Health

You have decided to lead a healthier lifestyle.Write an e-mail to your English friend and:

• explain why you have decided to change your habits,
• describe the changes you are implementing and underline the most difficult issues,
• describe how you felt after the first few days of carrying the new plan into effect.

Write an email  of at least … words. Don`t use your real name or any other personal information. Start your email in an appropriate way.

You play sport (e.g. football) for a local team. You recently heard that a player in your team is in a hospital. Write a letter to your team-mate. In your letter:

• Say how you feel about the news
• Ask about the treatment in the hospital
• Suggest some ways of cheering him/her up

Write a letter  of at least … words. Don`t use your real name or any other personal information. Start your letter in an appropriate way.

You have received a letter from your pen friend in which he/she complains of a bad cold he/she can`t get rid of. Write a letter in which you:

• give him/her advice on how to recover quickly;
• tell him/her about your last visit to a doctor;
• say what you do to avoid falling ill

Write a letter  of at least … words. Don`t use your real name or any other personal information. Start your letter in an appropriate way.

Last month you had to stay in hospital for some time. Write a letter to your pen friend. Include the following information:

• why you were taken to hospital;
• what procedures were made;
• how long you stayed in hospital.

Write a letter  of at least … words. Don`t use your real name or any other personal information. Start your letter in an appropriate way.

Nature

A natural disaster has recently struck your area. Write a letter to your friend:

• describe the kind of the disaster and the area where it happened,
• describe the damages caused by the disaster,
• explain how your family is coping with the situation.

Write a letter of at least … words. Don`t use your real name or any other personal information. Start your letter in an appropriate way.

Fashion

You’ve got a letter from your English pen-friend. He/she writes that he/she likes to dress well. He/she tries to buy clothes at famous designers’ shops. But it’s very expensive and the parents don’t want to buy such clothes for him/her. Write a letter to your friend in which you:

• express your opinion about present-day fashion
• write what clothes you prefer to wear, where you usually buy clothes and who helps you to do the shopping.
• give some advice to your friend what he/she should do in his/her situation.

Write a letter of at least … words. Don`t use your real name or any other personal information. Start your letter in an appropriate way.

Holidays and Celebrations

You have invited your English pen-friend to spend Christmas holidays/New Year with you in Ukraine. Write him including the following points:

• Weather in December and January;
• Clothes to take 
• Some Ukrainian Christmas/New Year traditions.

Write a letter of at least … words. Don`t use your real name or any other personal information. Start your letter in an appropriate way.

You and your family celebrated the New Year with your friends in their small country house not far from your place. Write a letter to your English pen-friend about this celebration. Mention:

• how you got to the country house and what the weather was like on New Year’s Eve;
• what special dishes you had for the holiday dinner;
• how you spent the time and what gifts you prepared for your family and friends.

Write a letter of at least … words. Don`t use your real name or any other personal information. Start your letter in an appropriate way.

You are going away to travel for the summer. A friend will be looking after your house while you are away. Write a letter to your friend. In your letter:

• say where you are going
• describe your house
• explain some of the things your friend must do to look after your house.

Write a letter of at least … words. Don`t use your real name or any other personal information. Start your letter in an appropriate way.

You have received a letter from your pen-friend in which he/she tells you how he/she is preparing for the celebration of Mother’s Day. Write a letter to your pen-friend in which you say

• whether you know anything about this holiday
• what holidays are widely celebrated in Ukraine
• which holiday you like the most and why

Write a letter of at least … words. Do not write your own name, any dates, addresses or other personal information. Start your letter in an appropriate way.

You want to spend a two-week holiday in your friend’s region. Write a letter to your friend asking for information and advice. In your letter:

• ask how to find somewhere to stay;
• ask for advice about what to do there;
• ask about what clothes to bring along.

Write a letter of at least … words. Do not write your own name, any dates, addresses or other personal information. Start your letter in an appropriate way.

Write about your recent birthday celebration to your pen friend. Mention:

• guests who came to congratulate you;
• what you did;
• gifts you got

Write a letter of at least … words. Do not write your own name, any dates, addresses or other personal information. Start your letter in an appropriate way.

Your English pen-friend asks you to write him/her about your impressions of celebrating Christmas/ New Year`s Day. Include this information:

• where and with whom you celebrate the event;
• the entertainment you have;
• what you like most.

Write a letter of at least … words. Do not write your own name, any dates, addresses or other personal information. Start your letter in an appropriate way.

Your English pen-friend wants to know if you like going on picnics. Write a letter to him/her about it. Include the following:

• What is your favourite place for a picnic?  How do you usually prepare everything for it?
• Do you plan activities to keep everybody busy throughout the day?
• What are your impressions after a picnic?

Write a letter of at least … words. Do not write your own name, any dates, addresses or other personal information. Start your letter in an appropriate way.

Hobby

Your English-speaking friend is interested in your hobby. Write him/her  telling about your hobby. Include the following:

• What are the most popular free time activities among Ukrainian teenagers?
• What is your hobby and why do you like it?
• What advice would you give to your friend who wanted to take it up?

Write a letter of at least … words. Do not write your own name, any dates, addresses or other personal information. Start your letter in an appropriate way.

You’ve got a letter from your English pen-friend. He/she writes that he/she wants to take up a new hobby – photography. Write a letter to your friend in which you:

• Give your opinion concerning photography as a hobby;
• Describe your favourite photograph.
• Mention the best places for storing photos (The photo is in my wallet as well as on my phone. I have also used it as a screen saver for my laptop, so I see it every time I go online)

Write a letter of at least … words. Don`t use your real name or any other personal information. Start your letter in an appropriate way.

You’ve got a letter from your English pen-friend in which he/she describes his/her impressions of visiting a music festival. Write a letter to your pen- friend in which you

• say what kind of music you like best
• describe a musical event you attended recently
• tell him/her what your parents think about your musical preferences

Write a letter of at least … words. Do not write your own name, any dates, addresses or other personal information. Start your letter in an appropriate way.

You are studying in a foreign country. You have got a letter from your friend. Write a letter of reply, including the following information:

• tell your friend about your spare time;
• tell him/her about your visit to the theatre;
• mention the play and performance.

Write a letter of at least … words. Do not write your own name, any dates, addresses or other personal information. Start your letter in an appropriate way.

You have received a letter from your English pen-friend, who wrote that he/she is fond of collecting. Write a letter to your pen-friend, including the following infornation:

• Tell him/her about your collection;
• describe the most interesting or beloved items;
• ask your friend to send you some photos of his/her collection.

Write a letter of at least … words. Do not write your own name, any dates, addresses or other personal information. Start your letter in an appropriate way.

School

Recently you have visited the school you used to attend. Write an email to your e-pal and write:

• What school you visited and why;
• A description of your visit and of the changes the school has undergone in the last few years;
• What you think about the school now.

Write an email  of at least … words. Don`t use your real name or any other personal information. Start your email in an appropriate way.

Last month you started attending a new school. Write an email to a friend and:

• describe the school and explain why you chose exactly this school;
• express your opinion about your new class and teachers;
• tell what you like the most and the least about the new school

Write an email  of at least … words. Don`t use your real name or any other personal information. Start your email in an appropriate way.

Share the latest news with your pen-friend. In your letter mention

• that you are studying abroad in an English-speaking country
• describe the school and say what you like and dislike about it
• how you spend your free time with new friends there

Write an email  of at least … words. Don`t use your real name or any other personal information. Start your email in an appropriate way.

You have got a letter from your friend, who wrote about his/her aunt’s disease and asked what you were doing. Write a reply, including the following information:

• express your sorry for the aunt’s health;
• tell your friend about your preparation to the tests;
• describe your impression about the novel you have recently read.

Write a letter of at least … words. Do not write your own name, any dates, addresses or other personal information. Start your letter in an appropriate way.

Sport

You have received a letter from your friend who would like to take part in a chess tournament. You have other plans and don`t want to take part in it. Write a letter in which you:

• refuse the invitation politely;
• explain why you don`t want to take part in the tournament;
• suggest a different sports event you could both take part in.

Write a letter of at least … words. Don`t use your real name or any other personal information. Start your letter in an appropriate way.

A team from your school has recently participated in a climbing contest. Share the news with your pen friend. Write:

• who participated in the contest;
• who has won the contest;
• about support from local people.

Write a letter of at least … words. Don`t use your real name or any other personal information. Start your letter in an appropriate way.

Family

 You  are learning English at the language course in Great Britain and are living in a host family. Write a letter to your parents including the following:

• your accommodations;
• your host family members and their interests;
• your leisure time activities.

Write a letter of at least … words. Don`t use your real name or any other personal information. Start your letter in an appropriate way.

You have got a letter from your pen friend in which she complains that her parents make her do a lot of work about the house. Write a letter to her including the following:

• Pros and cons concerning the problem in the letter;
• Your own family`s traditions of sharing household duties;
• Give her some advice how to manage her duties.

Write a letter of at least … words. Don`t use your real name or any other personal information. Start your letter in an appropriate way.

You have got a letter from your friend who has recently celebrated his/her birthday. He/she writes that he/she is very disappointed with his/her parents because they gave him/her a new mobile phone instead of an iPod as a birthday present. Write a letter to your friend in which you

• give your opinion about a perfect birthday present
• describe the best present you have ever been given
• tell him/her how you usually choose presents for family and friends.

Write a letter of at least …  words. Do not write your own name, any dates, addresses or other personal information. Start your letter in an appropriate way.

You have got a letter from your pen friend in which he/she writes that he/she wants to find some work after school while his/her parents insist on his/her going to university. Write an answer to him/her in which you

• say what you think about his/her decision and explain why
• give your friend some advice on how to behave in this situation
• tell him/her what you are going to do after school

Write a letter of at least …  words. Do not write your own name, any dates, addresses or other personal information. Start your letter in an appropriate way.

You have got a letter from your pen friend in which he/she writes about his/her the most memorable moments connected with his/her family. Write him/her:

• about your favourite  pastimes, trips;
• who usually organised trips;
• how you prepared for trips

Write a letter of at least …  words. Do not write your own name, any dates, addresses or other personal information. Start your letter in an appropriate way.

You have got a letter from your pen friend in which he/she asks you to write about your brother/sister. Write him/her a letter. Include:

• appearance and character;
• interests and activities;
• achievements and future hopes.

Write a letter of at least …  words. Do not write your own name, any dates, addresses or other personal information. Start your letter in an appropriate way.

Invitation

You are arranging your birthday party. Write an invitation to your friend, including the following information:

• when and where the party will take place;
• who is coming;
• what you are planning for a party.

Write a letter of at least … words. Do not write your own name, any dates, addresses or other personal information. Start your letter in an appropriate way.

Study

You have received a letter from your English pen-friend. He/she wrote that had problems with French at school and thought that French lessons were tiresome and not interesting. Write a letter to your pen-friend, including the following information:

• explain why studying foreign languages is important;
• tell him/her about the foreign language teacher and lessons in your school;
• advise him/her how to make the study of foreign languages easier and more interesting.

Write a letter of at least … words. Do not write your own name, any dates, addresses or other personal information. Start your letter in an appropriate way.

Food

Your English pen — friend has asked you about Ukrainian food. Write him/her a letter including following information:

• the typical Ukrainian dishes;
• the type of food you like
• your favourite recipe. 

Write a letter of at least … words. Do not write your own name, any dates, addresses or other personal information. Start your letter in an appropriate way.

You have received a letter from your English pen-friend in which he/she writes that he/she is fond of fast food restaurants but has some stomach problems
Write him/her a letter in which:

• express your opinion on the problem;
• persuade him/her that home food is better and healthier;
• give your advice on healthy eating habits.

Write a letter of at least … words. Do not write your own name, any dates, addresses or other personal information. Start your letter in an appropriate way.

Your pen-friend likes junk food which is not healthy. Write him/her a letter in which:

• express your opinion on the problem;
• remind him/her about healthy living; 
• recommend a diet both healthy and enjoyable.

Write a letter of at least … words. Do not write your own name, any dates, addresses or other personal information. Start your letter in an appropriate way.

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