Letter to a Neighbour Requesting Pet-Sitting Help
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.
20 min
2
150+ words
Question Prompt
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You need to be away from home for three days next week due to a business trip. You need someone to look after your dog and would like to ask your neighbour on the same floor for help. You know this neighbour from greeting each other in the hallway and they have always been fond of your dog. Write a letter to your neighbour. In your letter: - explain the specific dates and reason you need help - give brief instructions about caring for your dog - express your gratitude and suggest how you could return the favour
How to Approach This Question
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- 1
Match a semi-formal tone: polite but direct, first-name salutation acceptable (e.g., Dear Mr. Park).
- 2
Structure the letter around the three bullet points — one paragraph each — with a short opener and closer.
- 3
Balance concrete detail (dates, facts) with a courteous request for action.
- 4
Aim for 160–180 words in 20 minutes and finish with a warm sign-off (Yours sincerely / Best regards).
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