IELTS Writing Task 1

4. You recently read an article in a newspaper about your childhood friend with whom you have lost contact for a long time.

Write a letter to the editor. In your letter:

- Say which edition and when did the article appear

- Explain why you lost contact with your friend

- Say how you want them to help you to get back in touch

Sample Answer 1

Band 7.5

Dear Sir,

I am writing to inquire about Vishal Goyal's whereabouts, a long-lost childhood friend. He was recently interviewed, and the outcome was published in the second issue of your reputable publication.

Vishal and I used to live close by and were really good friends, but I relocated to New York after college and we lost contact. I saw an article about his industrial accomplishments the day before yesterday and felt compelled to congratulate my buddy. Unfortunately, I am unable to do so since I lack his e-mail address or contact number. Assuming you have contact information for him, as you did for that piece, I hope you can assist me in contacting my long-time buddy.

I am well aware that this kind of information is private, but I can tell you that Henry is very familiar with me. I have included some of our childhood photos to further persuade you. I hope you would consider assisting me.

Thank you in advance.

Yours sincerely

Vishal Goyal

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4. You recently read an article in a newspaper about your childhood friend with whom you have lost contact for a long time.

Write a letter to the editor. In your letter:

• - Say which edition and when did the article appear

• - Explain why you lost contact with your friend

• - Say how you want them to help you to get back in touch

Sample Answer 2

Band 7

Dear Sir,

I am writing to inquire about my lost childhood friend, Henry Chadwick. He recently gave an interview which was published in the 2nd edition of your esteemed newspaper.

Henry and I were neighbours. We used to live nearby and were very close friends, but after graduation, I moved to New York and we lost touch. The day before yesterday, I read an article about his achievements in the industrial area and felt like congratulating my friend. Unfortunately, I have no way to do that because I do not have any sort of e-mail or contact number. Assuming that you might have the details as you did for that article with him, I hope that you can help me get in touch with my long-time friend.

I am well aware that this kind of information is confidential, but I assure you that I am very well known to Henry. I am attaching some of our childhood photographs to convince you a little more. I hope that you will consider helping me out.

Thank you in advance.

Yours sincerely

Amita Sharma

177 Words

Ms Amita Sharma

Student

Vishal IELTS Institute

Edited and corrected by

Dr Vishal Goyal

4. You recently read an article in a newspaper about your childhood friend with whom you have lost contact for a long time.

Write a letter to the editor. In your letter:

- Say which edition and when did the article appear

- Explain why you lost contact with your friend

- Say how you want them to help you to get back in touch

Sample Answer 3

Band 7

Dear Sir,

I am writing to inquire about Bhavya Goyal, my childhood friend who is now a well-known professional artist. He has recently conducted an interview about his modern artwork, which was featured in your illustrious newspaper's second issue.

I lived next door to Bhavya. We attended the same high school and college, but I relocated to Canada for additional studies after graduation, and we lost contact. I read an article the day before yesterday on him creative accomplishments after him receipt of the Padamshree Award from the Prime Minister of India. I am overjoyed about this and want to congratulate him on such an outstanding accomplishment. Regrettably, I am unable to contact him due to the fact that I have lost his email address and phone number. I am assuming you will have the information as a result of your conversation with him. I am hoping you can assist me in finding a long-lost friend. While I understand that this kind of information is very private, I can tell you that Bhavya and I are incredibly close. I have included some childhood photos to demonstrate this. I am hoping you would consider assisting me.

Thank you in advance.

Yours sincerely,

Vishal Goyal

203 Words

4. You recently read an article in a newspaper about your childhood friend with whom you have lost contact for a long time.

Write a letter to the editor. In your letter:

• - Say which edition and when did the article appear

• - Explain why you lost contact with your friend

• - Say how you want them to help you to get back in touch

Sample Answer 4

Band 6.5

Dear Sir,

I am writing to inquire about my childhood friend, Shrishti Deswal who is now very famous a professional artist. She recently gave an interview regarding her contemporary artwork which was published in the 2nd addition of your esteemed newspaper.

Shrishti and I were neighbours. We went to the same high school and college, but after graduation, I moved to Canada for further studies, and we lost touch. The day before yesterday, I read an article about her artistic achievement as she was awarded the Padamshree Award by the prime minister of India. She is well-known for her artwork. I feel very happy about this, and want to congratulate her on such an excellent achievement. Unfortunately, I am unable to contact her because I have misplaced her e-mail address and phone number. I assume you will have the information since you interviewed her. I am hoping you can help me find a long-lost buddy. I hope you can assist me in contacting a long-lost friend.

I understand that this type of information is extremely sensitive, but I assure you that Shrishti and I are very close friends. I have attached some childhood photographs to prove the fact. I hope that you will consider helping me out.

Thank you in advance.

Yours sincerely,

Priya Choudhary

215 Words

Ms Priya Rani

Student

Vishal IELTS Institute

Edited and corrected by

Dr Vishal Goyal

4. You recently read an article in a newspaper about your childhood friend with whom you have lost contact for a long time.

Write a letter to the editor. In your letter:

• - Say which edition and when did the article appear

• - Explain why you lost contact with your friend

• - Say how you want them to help you to get back in touch

Sample Answer 5

Band 6.5

Dear Sir,

I am writing to inquire about my lost childhood friend, Elizabeth Jonas. She recently wrote an article which was published in the second edition of your esteemed newspaper.

Elizabeth and I used to live in the same neighbourhood and were very good friends. We had completed our senior secondary education together, but to continue our higher studies, we drifted apart as we had selected different courses and lost contact. On 5 August, I saw articles on the environment in your newspaper, and found my friend to be a part of it. I want to congratulate my friend, but unfortunately, I do not have his e-mail address and contact number. Assuming that you should have personal information about the article writers, it would help me contact my childhood friend.

I can understand that sharing personal information about the writers is not allowed, but to prove myself, I have sent you Elizabeth and my pictures with the letter.

I would appreciate it if you could help me with the relevant information.

Thank you in anticipation.

Yours faithfully

Sonia Sharma

180 Words

Ms Sonia Sharma

Student

Vishal IELTS Institute

Edited and corrected by

Dr Vishal Goyal