IELTS Writing Task 1

Letter to a Friend Who Moved Abroad Encouraging a Hometown Revisit

An IELTS Writing Task 1 General Training letter prompt. Read the scenario carefully, then respond with the required tone and three bullet points in a timed session.

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Estimated time

20 min

Credits

2

Recommended length

150+ words

Question Prompt

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Your close friend moved abroad five years ago and has not visited your hometown since. Meanwhile, many changes have taken place in your town, and all your old friends miss them dearly. You are currently planning a reunion gathering and are eager for your friend to attend. However, you have heard that your friend is hesitant due to work commitments and the cost of travel. Write a letter to your friend. In your letter: - share detailed updates about significant changes and news from your hometown - describe the reunion plans and explain how meaningful it would be if they attended - offer practical suggestions to address their concerns about scheduling and expenses

How to Approach This Question

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  1. 1

    Use an informal opener (Hi, Hey) and friendly closer (Take care, Cheers); contractions are welcome.

  2. 2

    Cover all three bullet points in a natural conversational flow rather than strict paragraphs.

  3. 3

    Add a personal detail or question to keep the letter warm and relational.

  4. 4

    Aim for 160–180 words in 20 minutes; keep vocabulary everyday but accurate.

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Key Topic Vocabulary

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hometownrevisitreunionemigrationfriendship

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