Source: Adapted from free practice material published by IELTS buddy. Reformatted here; the original lesson pages are worth visiting.

General Training Writing Task 1 You should spend about 20 minutes on this task. A local college want people with a job to come and talk to students about what it is like to work. You would like to do this. Write a letter to the principal of the college. In your letter •Explain what you would like to talk about •Say why students would be interested in your job •Suggest a possible date and time for the talk Write at least 150 words. You do NOT need to write any addresses. Begin your letter as follows: Dear Sir or Madam,

General Training Writing Task 2 You should spend about 40 minutes on this task. Write about the following topic: Some people say that when on holiday in a foreign country, the best way to get to know the people and their country is by saying in a hotel. What is your opinion about this? Give reasons for your answer and include any relevant examples from your own experience or knowledge. Write at least 250 words.