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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 centre is important for the local community
• describe the possible effects on local people if the centre closes

Write a letter of at least … words. Do not use any personal information (e.g., names, dates, addresses, etc.). Start your letter in an appropriate way.

You have recently bought new headphones for your MP3 player. Unfortunately they turned out to be faulty and got broken in two days. Write a letter of complaint to the shop manager in which you

• introduce yourself
• describe the problem with your headphones
• say what compensation you would like to have

Write a letter of at least … words. Do not use any personal information (e.g., names, dates, addresses, etc.). Start your letter in an appropriate way.

You ordered an oak desk and for your study. When you arrive home, you find the furniture has been delivered in your absence, but the desk is not the color you ordered.

Write a letter of mild complaint to a shop manager.

• say when you were in the showroom, who took your order, what color desk was ordered;
• where were you when the desk was delivered;
• ask to receive a replacement for another desk.

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 ordered a box of stationery for your office. You received your order within one week, but there were not all the ordered items in the delivery.

• say when you made your order;
• what items your ordered and what was short in delivery;
• ask to send the necessary items in addition.

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 ordered an item through the Internet, but are not happy with the purchase. Write to the company. In your letter:

• describe what you purchased,
• explain why you are not happy with the purchase,
• tell them what you would like them to do about 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.

You have bought a new laptop computer and in a few days of purchase discovered a major flaw. Write a letter to the company. In your letter

• introduce yourself
• explain the situation
• say what action you would like the company to take.

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 recently bought a piece of equipment for your kitchen but it did not work. You phoned the shop but no action was taken.

Write a letter to the shop manager. In your letter:

• describe the problem with the equipment
• explain what happened when you phoned the shop
• say what you would like the manager to do

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 had a tap in your bathroom fixed. After two days you discover that the tap was still leaking. Write a letter to the repair company. In your letter:

• say when a plumber came, how much you paid for the service;
• explain the problem;
• ask to re-fix the tap on the repair company.

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 bought a new mobile phone and in a few days of purchase, it has stopped working. You have spoken to the company representative a week ago but it has still not been repaired.

Write a letter to the company. In your letter,

•  introduce yourself
•  explain the situation
•  say what action you would like the company to take

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 bought a network online which does not recognize your modem. Write a letter to the company. Include the following

• State where/ when /and how you bought it
• Explain what the problem is; tell the company you are returning the gadget.
• Ask them to repair it or send you a new one;

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 ordered some goods from the Intrenet store. you are not satisfied with the service. Write a letter of conplain, including the following information:

• express your dissatisfaction;
• explain the reasons;
• request some remedy action that could satisfy 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.

. You have seen this advertisement for a job in a local English-language newspaper.
EXPERIENCED PERSON NEEDED
We need someone to work in our cafe in the evenings. You must speak English and
have a friendly personality. You also need to have:

•  experience of working in a cafe or restaurant
•  the ability to communicate well with customers
•  a willingness to work hard

Please write to Ms B Lattimer explaining why you think you are suitable for the job.
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 want to get a job for the summer holidays. You’ve seen an advertisement for a job

as an assistant in a music shop. Write a letter to get some information.

• Explain that you are writing about the job advertised in the newspaper.
• Ask what the wages are and if you need experience.
• Ask the person to send you an application form. Thank the person for their help.

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 decided to reserve for yourself and five friends the adventure weekend with a

difference. Write a letter to the hotel in which you ask:

• to book three rooms for five people on the same floor;
• to explain the payment details for the weekend;
• to give more information about the 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.

During your stay in another country you are looking for a flat to rent. You have found an advertisement online and you have decided to write an email to the landlord in which ask him about

• the rent;
• the location;
• furniture, equipment and the Internet connection in the flat

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

You observed someone mugging an old lady yesterday evening.
Write a letter to the police describing what you witnessed. Include:

• the place where the incident took place and the time when it happened;
• the description of the mugger;
• the description of the lady and your actions.

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 the local authorities of your town about the poor condition of your school building. Tell them about:

• The poor condition of the school building,
• Bad maintenance of the school building,
• The solutions to improve 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.

The poor conditions of the playground equipment outside your apartment have recently caused an accident. Write a letter to the City Council to express your dissatisfaction.

• say what happened, when an accident happened;
• describe the condition of the playground in detail;
• make a request for taking immediate measures.

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 seen an advertisement in a local magazine. Barton Nature Reserve is looking for volunteers to work in the park during the summer months. Write a letter of application in which you

• explain why you are interested in this position
• describe your qualifications and experience
• give reasons why you are a suitable candidate

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 seen an advertisement in an English newspaper for a job working in the City Museum shop during the holidays. You have decided to apply for the job. Write a letter to the director of the Museum. In your letter:

• introduce yourself
• explain what experience and special skills you have
• explain why you are interested in the job

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 noticing that your friend is getting a computer addict.
You value your friendship very much. Write a letter to a psychologist. In
your letter

• describe your friend’s everyday actions
• explain why you think he/she needs a professional help
• ask how to persuade your friend to make an appointment with a psychologist

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 a teacher of English at a secondary school. Your pupil is going to apply to a university and asks you for a letter of recommendation. Write a letter including the following information:

• who you are, when and where you have met this pupil;
• pupiul`s positive features, which are essential for the future university study;
• examples of the pupil`s school achievements.

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 a teacher of English at a university. Your student is going to work as a counsellor at a children`s summer camp and asks you for a letter of recommendation. Write a letter including the following information:

• who you are, when and where you have met this student;
• his/her merits, especially leadership skills;
• examples of his/her achievements.

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 applying for a job of receptionist at a bif company. Write a cover letter, including the following information:

• write about yourself, your skills and experience;
• explain why you wamt to work at this company;
• explain why you are a good fit for this job

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 like to buy things from a catalogue. write a letter to the seller, including the following information:

• ask about discounts for regular customers;
• ask for the latest catalogues;
• inform the seller about your new address.

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 manager is going to retire after 40 years of service. Write a letter to the assistant manager to suggest a retirement event.

•  Explain how he influenced you at work.
• What kind of event do you suggest? 
• Propose a gift from the company.

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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