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IELTS SEMI FORMAL LETTER

In this post, we will examine how to write a semi-formal letter in IELTS general training test. Generally, this type of letter is written to a person whom you are familiar with ( even only by name as well) and whom you share any business or personal relationship status with. Basically, the following types of letters fall into this category: Complaining to any landlord Giving explanation to a neighbor Asking a professor for approval or permission   GREETING IN SEMI FORMAL LETTER   While greeting, the surname of the recipient is required to be mentioned whenever you are addressing. Like:     Dear Mr. Brandford SIGNING OFF IN SEMI FORMAL LETTER Following phrases can be used while signing off Yours sincerely Yours faithfully Yours courteously NOTE: Tone of the used language in this type of letter should be taken care of. It needs to be courteous without any confrontations. You are strongly recommended not to act as an antagonist. Suppose y...

TIPS FOR FORMAL LETTER WRITING IN IELTS GT

IELTS GT consists of letter writing in task 1 which can be further categorized into formal, semi-formal, and informal letters. Here, we are going to discuss the formal letter type first. Formal letters are generally written for official purposes to higher authorities, seniors, dignitaries, and not to any personal contact like friends or family. Most importantly, these letters are written to a person whom you are not familiar with but hold a higher designation than you. Basically, the following letters fall in the category of formal letter type: COMPLAINT LETTERS FOR APPLYING ANY POST RESIGNATION LETTERS APOLOGY LETTERS LETTERS DEMANDING FOR MAKING ARRANGEMENTS NOTE: This does not necessarily mean that these letters will always be formal sometimes these could come under the category of semi-formal type as well depending upon your acquaintance with the person you are writing to. The formal letter is generally written for one of the following reasons: For complaining about any service pro...

HOW TO RESPOND DISCURSIVE ESSAY TYPE QUESTION???

This IELTS writing question requires a candidate to discuss two different opinions of a heated argument along with one's own perspective over the mentioned issue. Let us try with a sample question of this type: SAMPLE QUESTION:  It is believed by some people that women ought to be given equal opportunities to work and perform excellently in their careers. Others are of the opinion that a women's responsibility should only be restricted to look after the children and house. Discuss both the views and give your opinion? Include specified details and examples to vindicate your choice. STRUCTURE OF ESSAY CAN BE AS FOLLOWS: BP-1)  First view( why women should be given equal chances) BP-2 ) Second view( why women should only perform domestic duties) BP-3) Mention your opinion MODEL ANSWER (BAND SCORE 7.5) The question related to women's rights has always been a topic of heated controversy. While some conventional views are females need to take care of their homes and children, m...

PROBLEMATIC ESSAY TYPE OF IELTS WRITING MODULE

The ielts task 2 problem/ solution essay type questions test the ability of students to analyse the key reasons behind the given problem and to find out certain ways or measures in order to resolve the problem.    SAMPLE QUESTION   In the world of today, the quality of life in metropolitan towns and cities has experienced a significant reduction. What are the causes behind it and suggest some solutions to restore the quality? BODY PARAGRAPHS CAN BE FRAMED AS: BP-1) Describe the responsible factors( causes) BP-2) Mention some measures to resolve the problem( solution) SAMPLE ANSWER (BAND SCORE 7.5) The globalized phenomenon of urbanization right from the beginning of the industrial revolution to the present times has brought a tremendous development, albeit at a huge cost in the quality of life. With an increasing population in cities, the severity of challenges also witnesses an increase. The accountable causes and possible solutions are explicated in the following essay....

STRUCTURE OF ADVANTAGE AND DISADVANTAGE BASED ESSAY

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THIS IS THE SECOND MOST COMMON TYPE OF ESSAY IN IELTS WRITING MODULE AND EVEN CONSIDERED TO BE THE EASIEST ONE TO ATTEMPT. LET'S DISCUSS THE COMPOSITION OF THIS ESSAY: SAMPLE QUESTION:   Children have started using computers and laptops from a very early age and spending long hours on them. Discuss the advantages and disadvantages of this development. PARAGRAPHING OF SUCH QUESTIONS IS TO BE AS FOLLOWS: BP-1) Advantages (at least 2 points) BP-2) Disadvantages (at least 2 ideas) SAMPLE ANSWER WORTH BAND 7.5 In recent times, children are increasingly getting exposure of electronic devices like computers and laptops. While some child psychologists have suggested that this is a positive tendency for well being of children, others have been arguing that it could be considered detrimental for their growth and development at such a tender age. In this essay, I shall draw upon several studies in cognitive psychology that reveal the positive and negative aspects of this phenomenon. Ther...

DIFFERENT TYPES OF IELTS ESSAY

Majorly, there are six types of IELTS essay topics which can be enumerated as : AGREE OR DISAGREE BASED ESSAY DISCURSIVE ESSAY PROBLEMATIC ESSAY ADVANTAGES AND DISADVANTAGES BASED OPINION BASED MISCELLANEOUS Now, we will discuss the structure of each essay type one by one. Let's start with" AGREE OR DISAGREE TYPE". SAMPLE QUESTION CAN BE LIKE: In the modern world, the image( photograph or film) is becoming a powerful way of communicating than the written words. DO YOU AGREE OR DISAGREE WITH THIS STATEMENT? Herein, the response to this essay can be given as either way: Completely/fully/firmly/consummately/totally agree Totally disagree A candidate can opt for any of these two opinions as per the supporting points and composition of body paragraphs mandatorily needs to be as follows: If completely agree: BP-1) Supporting arguments(1-2) in the favor BP-2) Further ideas(3-4) advocating the same belief And vice versa in case if a student disagrees. SAMPLE ANSWER FOR AFOREMENT...

CONFUSED BETWEEN IELTS ACADEMIC AND GENERAL TRAINING?

A number of aspirants aren't sure about which type of IELTS they need to take, i.e. the never-ending confusion between Academic and General Training. Well, the simplistic answer behind this lies in the fact that for what purpose you are appearing for IELTS. If a candidate does IELTS for getting admission into certain courses in English speaking countries or for any professional registration, he/she needs to appear in IELTS ACADEMIC. On the other hand, if you are doing it for migration purposes or for permanently residing in any English speaking nation, you will appear for IELTS-GT. Basically, IELTS constitutes four modules: LISTENING READING WRITING SPEAKING LISTENING: In this module, you will hear audio recordings afterward, you have to answer 40 questions divided into 4 sections separately. This lasts between 30-40 minutes and you are provided with 10 minutes, in the end, to transfer the answers on the final answer booklet. SPEAKING: Here, you are interviewed by an examiner and t...