BAND 8.5 IELTS General Writing Task 1 Samples

In this page, you will find a variety of essay samples corresponding to the BAND 8.5 score. Use these essays as tools to learn, understand and evolve your own writing style for the IELTS examination.

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You have recently moved to a new apartment. Write a letter to your friend telling them about the move. In your letter, include: - The reason for your move - A brief description of your new apartment - An invitation to visit you

Dear Ashley, I hope you are in the pink of your health. Do you recall this apartment I told you about a few weeks back? Well, guess what I finally took the brave decision and moved into it. While it sounds crazy because of the ridiculous ask, I had my reasons to shift. Firstly, the apartment is in close proximity to my office so it is much easier to commute back and forth. Not only the locati ...

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You recently bought a piece of equipment for your kitchen but it did not work properly. You called the store but no action was taken. Write a letter to the store manager. In your letter: - Explain the situation and the equipment you bought - Describe the problem with the equipment - Request appropriate action to be taken

Dear Store Manager, I hope this letter finds you well. I am writing to express my dissatisfaction with a recent purchase I made at your esteemed store. On the 1st of July, 2023, I purchased a Hamilton Beach Food Processor, Model No: 70725A from your outlet located at 123 High Street. I chose your store owing to its reputation for quality products and excellent customer service, which made me ...