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Informal Thank-you Letter #281
GT Writing Task 1

You should spend about 20 minutes on this task.

After being involved in an accident, you were looked after by a person you did not know before. Write a special thank you letter to express your gratitude.

In your letter:

  • introduce yourself and let him/her know why you are writing
  • express your appreciation
  • and offer him/ her to visit your home with his/her family

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.
220 words · 3 body paragraphs
Salutation

Dear [Name],

Bullet 1

introduce yourself and let him/her know why you are writing

I am writing to express my deepest gratitude for the kindness and care you showed me after the recent accident I was involved in. My name is [Your Name] and I was the individual you assisted on [date] at [location]. Your selfless actions during a time of distress have left a lasting impact on me, and I felt compelled to reach out and thank you.

Bullet 2

express your appreciation

I want you to know how much I appreciate your quick thinking and compassion in a situation where I was vulnerable and in need of help. Your calm demeanor and willingness to assist me until medical help arrived were truly remarkable. Your presence reassured me and made a significant difference in the outcome of the situation.

Bullet 3

and offer him/ her to visit your home with his/her family

I would like to extend an invitation for you and your family to visit my home as a token of my appreciation. It would be a pleasure to have the opportunity to show my gratitude in person and spend time together in a more relaxed setting. Please let me know a convenient time for you, and I will make the necessary arrangements to welcome you warmly.

Closing

Once again, thank you from the bottom of my heart for your kindness and care. I look forward to the possibility of meeting you again soon.

Sign-off

With sincere appreciation, [Your Name]

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