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Informal Invitation Letter #284
GT Writing Task 1

You should spend about 20 minutes on this task.

Write a letter to your friend who lives in another town, and invite him/her to a party you are going to organise.

In your letter, explain:

  • why you are having this party
  • who are expected to be present at the party
  • give directions on how to get there.

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.
196 words · 3 body paragraphs
Salutation

Dear [Friend's Name],

Opening

I hope this letter finds you well.

Bullet 1

why you are having this party

I am writing to invite you to a party I am organizing to celebrate my recent promotion at work. It has been a long journey, and I would love for you to be a part of this special occasion. The party will be a great opportunity for us to catch up, have fun, and create new memories together.

Bullet 2

who are expected to be present at the party

I have invited a small group of close friends and family members to the party. I believe having a cozy and intimate gathering will make the celebration more meaningful. Expect to meet some familiar faces and also make new friends who share similar interests.

Bullet 3

give directions on how to get there.

To get to the party venue, you can take the train to the city center and then a short taxi ride to my apartment. The address is 123 Green Street, just opposite the park. If you need any assistance with directions or transportation, feel free to contact me, and I will be more than happy to help.

Closing

I really hope you can make it to the party and share this special moment with me. Looking forward to seeing you soon!

Sign-off

Best regards, [Your Name]

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