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Informal Thank-you Letter #200
GT Writing Task 1

You should spend about 20 minutes on this task.

You are going away to travel for the summer. A friend will be looking after your house while you are away.

Write a letter to your friend. In your letter:

  • say where you are going
  • describe how to look after your pet

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 ……………,

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189 words · 3 body paragraphs
Salutation

Dear [Friend's Name],

Opening

I hope this letter finds you well.

Body 1

I am excited to inform you that I will be traveling to Europe for the summer. I will be visiting various countries such as France, Italy, and Spain to immerse myself in different cultures and explore historical landmarks.

Body 2

While I am away, please take care of my beloved pet cat, Whiskers. Make sure to feed her twice a day, clean her litter box regularly, and give her plenty of love and attention. In case of any emergency, I have left the contact information of the vet on the fridge.

Body 3

To ensure the safety of my house, please remember to water the plants every other day, collect the mail, and keep an eye on the security system. Additionally, I have arranged for a neighbor to mow the lawn once a week. If you notice anything out of the ordinary, do not hesitate to contact me immediately.

Closing

I trust you will take good care of my house and Whiskers. Thank you for helping out while I am away. Looking forward to sharing travel stories with you when I return. Take care!

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