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Informal Request Letter #280
GT Writing Task 1

You should spend about 20 minutes on this task.

You stayed at your friend’s house when you participated in a business seminar in Australia. You left a file with important documents in the room you stayed in.

Write a letter to your friend:

  • Describe the file
  • Ask him/her to return it to you by post
  • Provide details on how to send it

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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201 words · 3 body paragraphs
Opening

I hope this letter finds you well. I am writing to inform you about a file I accidentally left at your house during my recent business seminar in Australia.

Bullet 1

Describe the file

The file is a black leather folder containing important documents related to the seminar. It includes notes from the presentations, contact information of key participants, and some research data that I had collected for my project. These documents are crucial for my work, and I would greatly appreciate it if you could send them back to me.

Bullet 2

Ask him/her to return it to you by post

Could you please return the file to me by post? I suggest using a reliable courier service for secure delivery. I am willing to cover any expenses incurred in sending the file back to me. Kindly let me know the tracking details once you have shipped it so I can anticipate its arrival.

Bullet 3

Provide details on how to send it

To ensure the safe return of the file, please pack it securely to prevent any damage during transit. You can address the package to my office address: [Your Office Address]. I will be eagerly awaiting its arrival and am grateful for your assistance in this matter.

Closing

I appreciate your help in returning the file promptly. Thank you in advance for your cooperation.

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