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Informal Advice Letter #116
GT Writing Task 1

You should spend about 20 minutes on this task.

Your English-speaking friend who lives in your town has asked for your advice about learning a new sport.

Write an email to your friend. In your email,

  • recommend a new sport that would be suitable for your friend to learn
  • explain how your friend could learn this sport
  • suggest that you both learn this sport together

Write at least 150 words.

You do NOT need to write any addresses at the top of your letter.

Begin your letter as follows: Dear ……………,

One box per bullet, then compare with Band 9.
178 words · 3 body paragraphs
Opening

I hope this email finds you well. I'm excited to hear that you're interested in learning a new sport!

Bullet 1

recommend a new sport that would be suitable for your friend to learn

I recommend trying out tennis as a new sport. Tennis is a great way to stay active, improve your coordination, and have fun at the same time. It's a sport that can be enjoyed at any age and skill level, making it perfect for beginners.

Bullet 2

explain how your friend could learn this sport

To learn tennis, you can start by taking some beginner lessons at a local tennis club or with a private coach. You can also practice on your own at a nearby tennis court. Watching tutorial videos online and reading about tennis techniques can also be helpful in improving your skills.

Bullet 3

suggest that you both learn this sport together

I think it would be a fantastic idea for us to learn tennis together! We can schedule regular practice sessions, play friendly matches, and motivate each other to improve. It'll be a great way for us to bond and stay active while having a lot of fun.

Closing

I can't wait to hit the tennis court with you soon. Let's ace this new sport together!

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