IELTS General Writing Task 1 (Formal Letter) checks your ability to communicate about common practical issues of daily life. You will have 20 minutes to respond to a question prompt, by writing a letter to a person, company, or institution. Task 1 response carries 30% to 40% of your writing score and is graded separately from the Task 2 essay.

The information includes test-taking tips, strategies to identify the type of letter you are being asked to write.

Formal/

Semi-formal /Informal.