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IELTS Writing Task 1

Apartment Repair Request Letter

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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You are renting an apartment and have recently noticed several problems with the property. Write a semi-formal letter to your landlord describing the problems and requesting repairs.

How to Approach This Question

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  1. 1

    Match a semi-formal tone: polite but direct, first-name salutation acceptable (e.g., Dear Mr. Park).

  2. 2

    Structure the letter around the three bullet points — one paragraph each — with a short opener and closer.

  3. 3

    Balance concrete detail (dates, facts) with a courteous request for action.

  4. 4

    Aim for 160–180 words in 20 minutes and finish with a warm sign-off (Yours sincerely / Best regards).

Semi-Formal Letter·Medium

Key Topic Vocabulary

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rentalapartmentrepair requestlandlordsemi-formal letterhousing issuesdaily inconveniencemaintenance

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