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A friend coming to visit
IELTS Writing task 1 (General Training). Write at least 150 words in about 20 minutes.
A friend from another city is coming to visit you next month. Write a letter to your friend. In your letter:
- say which days you are free
- suggest things you could do together
- ask what your friend would like to see
0 words (minimum 150) · 20:00
How to plan it
- Opening: say how you feel about the visit.
- Paragraph 2: suggest dates and where to meet.
- Paragraph 3: suggest things to do and ask a question.
- Close warmly.
Show a model answer (164 words)
Dear Bilal,
I was so pleased to hear that you are coming to visit. It has been far too long since we last met, and I cannot wait to show you around my city.
I will be free on the weekend of the 12th and 13th, so could you come then? If it suits you, I can meet you at the station on Friday evening. You are very welcome to stay with us, as we have a spare room.
I thought we could spend Saturday in the old town and see the fort, and then have dinner at a small restaurant that I know. Do tell me if there is anything special you would like to see, and I will try to plan it. It will be wonderful to catch up on all your news. Remember to bring a warm jacket, because the evenings can be cool by then.
Please let me know your train time as soon as you can.
Best wishes,
Hassan
Why it works
- An informal letter uses a friendly opening, contractions are fine, and the closing is Best wishes or Love.
- The three bullet points are covered clearly: dates, ideas for activities, and a question.
- The language is warm and natural, but still correct.