INFORMAL LETTER

Writing Task 1 - Test 1

You should spend about 20 minutes on this task.
You have received an email from your English-speaking pen-friend, Linda.
Read a part of her email below.

I’m studying different cultural festivals from different countries for my

presentation next month. Can you tell me the most popular festival in your
country? When does it start and end? Why is it important in your country?
And what do people in your country often do during the festival? If I could
come and see the festival in your country one day, would you join me then?

Write an email to Linda. You should write at least 120 words. You do not need
to include your name or address.
Task fulfillment
Organization
Grammar
Vocabulary
B1. Viết cho ai? Linda - Friend => Informal
Mục đích: Kể về the most popular festival
B2. Yêu cầu

the most When Why what Would you

popular join me then?
festival

Tet start on the mark the clean and Yes/ No

first day of beginning of decorate their
the first lunar a new year houses
month/ start
in January or be a time for visit relatives
February family and friends
reunions/..for
last for 7 people to go to the
days gather/…for pagodas/
 people to churches
meet each
other enjoy parties

Hi Linda,

How’s it going? How has your family been? I hope you and your family are
well. Many thanks for your last letter. It’s great to hear from you again. I’m
sorry I haven’t written for such a long time because I’ve been really busy
studying English to pass the B1 test.

To help your presentation about festivals around the world, I am writing to

tell you about the most popular festival in my country which is Tet, known
as Lunar New Year. It starts on the first day of the first lunar month and
lasts for 7 days. It’s one of the most important festivals in Vietnam because
it marks the beginning of a new year and it’s a valuable/ special/ great/
wonderful time for family reunions.

During this holiday, people often clean and decorate their houses
beautifully with colorful flowers and small plants, visit close relatives and
friends and enjoy unlimited interesting parties. Besides, we go to pagodas
or churches together to pray for a peaceful, successful, lucky, healthy, and
wealthy new year. Regarding your invitation, I will be happy to join you if
you can come and see the festival in my country and I will introduce to you
more fascinating things of this wonderful holiday.

I hope the above information is useful for your presentation. If you need
more information, please let me know. Anyway, I have to get back to work/
study. Send my love to your family. Let’s try to meet up soon. I look forward
to hearing from you soon.

Take care,
BÀI VIẾT MẪU KHÔNG LỆ THUỘC VÀO TEMPLATE

Hi Linda,

How’s it going? It’s great to hear from you and your presentation about global
festivals sounds interesting. In Vietnam, one of the most vital festivals is Tet,
also known as the Lunar New Year festival. It typically starts in late January or
early February and lasts for about a week. Tet is incredibly important here
because it marks the beginning of the lunar calendar and allows people to
reunite with their families.

During Tet, Vietnamese people take part in various traditions, including family
reunions, special meals, and giving and receiving lucky money. The
atmosphere is vibrant with colorful decorations, and traditional music.

I'd be absolutely glad to show you around during Tet if you decide to
experience it firsthand. Let me know if you'd like more details for your
presentation! Wish you an excellent presentation.

I look forward to hearing from you soon.

Take care,
Writing Task 1 - Test 2
You should spend about 20 minutes on this task.
You have received an email from your English pen-friend. Read his email and
give him the information he required.

How are you these days? I’m sorry for not keeping in touch with you more
often. I have been busy lately. We are planning to organize the Mid-autumn
festival for a group of Vietnamese students, so I need some information on
how to celebrate it. I would also like to know the kinds of gifts children often
receive and the types of food that are often served during the festival.

Write an email to respond to your friend. You should write at least 120 words.
You do not need to include your name or address.

Hướng dẫn làm bài và Bài viết mẫu: LINK

Writing Task 1 - Test 3
You should spend about 20 minutes on this task.
You have received an email from your friend, John.

“I was feeling excited about the journey on a ship with my dad. This was
my first journey by sea. So I was very nervous and worried about being
seasick. Luckily, I was fine on the entire journey, and there were some
great moments when I saw the sunrise and sunset. I also took a lot of
photos with my dad and new friends on this journey. What about you? Tell
me about your last holiday. Did you enjoy it? What are you going to do after
the holiday?”

Write an email to John. You should write at least 120 words. You do not need
to include your name or address.
B1. Viết cho ai? John - Friend => Informal
Mục đích: kể về last holiday
B2. Yêu cầu

Thoughts Last holiday Did you enjoy Future plan

& feelings
it?

sound Where? Why? enroll in an Can you

amazing/ (scenes, people, English share with
wonderful food) course me some
Who? How photos that
long? apply for a you took with
Where to stay? new job your dad on
Activities? that journey?

Hi [tên người nhận],

How’s it going? How has your family been? I hope you and your family are well.
Many thanks for your last letter. It’s great to hear from you again. I’m sorry I
haven’t written for such a long time because I’ve been really busy studying
English to pass the B1 test.
Anyway, I am writing to [Nội dung chính]

Regarding…, If I were you, I would…

As for….,

With regard to …..,

Anyway, I have to get back to work/ study. Send my love to your family. Let’s
try to meet up soon. I look forward to hearing from you soon.

Take care,

Tien Khoi B2
Hi John,

How’s it going? How has your family been? I hope you and your family are well.
Many thanks for your last letter. It’s great to hear from you again. I’m sorry I
haven’t written for such a long time because I’ve been really busy studying
English to pass the B1 test.

Anyway, I am writing to share with you my family trip to Nha Trang beach,
last month. You know, this was one of the most wonderful trips that I wanted
because I could travel with my family members and strengthen our family bond
even further. Moreover, I also enjoyed my trip with fresh air, soft sand and warm
sunshine. I really like relaxing trips than an adventurous one, because I just want
to unwind instead of discovering something.
Regarding the next plan, I think I am willing to take new language courses such
as Chinese, English,…since I believe that it can be beneficial for me during our
next trip abroad. Can you share with me some photos that you took with
your dad on that journey?
Anyway, I have to get back to work/ study. Send my love to your family. Let’s
try to meet up soon. I look forward to hearing from you soon.

Take care,
phạm tuấn kiệt B2

Hi John,

How it is going? How has your family been? I hope you and your family are
well. Many thanks for your last letter. It's great to hear from you again. I'm
sorry I haven't written for such a long time, but I've been really busy studying
English to pass the B2 test.

Anyway, I'm writing to tell you about my last holiday. It was a great time for my
family to spend our vacation together in Phu Quoc beach, located in the south
of Vietnam. I did enjoy this holiday because it brought me many beautiful
memories by taking photos with my younger sister, mother and father. During
this trip, we had a delightful time together although this was a short holiday for
my family. In Phu Quoc, we swam, watched the wonderful sunset and ate so
much fresh, delicious and affordable seafood. After the holiday, maybe I miss
the holiday experience with my family and I can apply for a new job because I
need money for the next holiday. So wonderful when you and I had wonderful
holidays with our own family.

Anyway, I have to get back to study. Give my love to your family. we must try
to meet up soon. I look forward to hearing from you soon.

Take care,
Hi John!

How’s it going? How has your family been? I hope you and your family are well.
Many thanks for your last letter. It’s great to hear from you again. I’m sorry I haven’t
written for such a long time because I’ve been really busy studying English to pass the
B2 test.

I was read your email. Wow your journey on a ship sound amazing. I wish I can have
it in the future.

Anyway, I am writing to tell you about my last holiday. I went to Da Lat city in
Vietnam. Because Da Lat has very magnificent scenes, lovely people, clean fruit, and
a cold atmosphere, I love it. I really enjoyed my holiday in Da Lat. I could sleep 10
hours there and wear warm Korean style clothes. I visited the city center and eat
grilled dishes and soups.

After the holiday, I must focus hard study and get a B2 certificate and join music
group. Can you share with me some photos that you took with your dad on that
journey? I want to see so a long time no see your dad. Please send him good health
wishes.

Anyway, I have to get back to work/ study. Send my love to your family. Let’s try
to meet up soon. I look forward to hearing from you soon.

Take care.

N.Nam B2
Nam-B2

Hi John,

How’s it going? How has your family been? I hope you and your family are

well. Many thanks for your last letter. It’s great to hear from you again. I’m

sorry I haven’t written for such a long time because I’ve been really busy

studying English to pass the B2 test.

I’m thrilled to know that you are still doing fine during your journey on
a ship with my dad in spite of the fact that it is your first time. That trip
sounds exciting and wonderful.

As for me, I went on a one - week trip with my family in Da Lat last
month. The scenes on my way to Da Lat were very breathtaking and
relaxing because I really loved being outside with nature. We stopped
at a hotel near Xuan Huong Lake to rest and enrolled in various
activities such as trying out the local food, going paddling in a boat,…
Those activities were really fun and memorable so I would definitely go
to Dalat another time if possible.

In terms of my future plan, I am planning to take part in a B2 English

course to enrich my skills and get a B2 certificate. This can help me
better at doing my work as a tutor.

Anyway, I have to get back to studying. Send my love to your family.

Let’s try to meet up soon. And can you share with me some photos that
you took with your dad on that journey? I look forward to hearing from
you soon.
Take care,

Tiến - B2

Hi, John

How’s it going? How has your family been? I hope you and your family
are well. Many thanks for your last letter. It’s great to hear from you
again. I’m sorry I haven’t written for such a long time because I’ve been
really busy studying English to pass the B2 test.

Your trip sounds interesting. Anyway, I am writing to tell you about my

mountain trekking in Ba Den last weekend. I went with my friend. We
stayed in tents and we are enjoy it. We enjoyed the scenery and had
lunch together. The holiday help me reduce the stress of everyday
hard work. After holiday, I will apply for a new job because I need
money for the next holiday.
Regarding your holiday, If I were you, I would listen to music while on
train
Can you share with me some photos that you took with your dad on
that journey?

Anyway, I have to get back to work/ study. Send my love to your

family. Let’s try to meet up soon. I look forward to hearing from you
soon.
Take care,
NHUNG – B2
Hi John

How’s it going? How has your family been? I hope you and your family are well. Many
thanks for your last letter. It’s great to hear from you again. I’m sorry I haven’t written for
such a long time because I’ve been really busy studying English to pass the B1 test.

Anyway, I am very exciting to tell you about my last holiday. I went to Ha Long Bay with my
family. It’s been a long time since my family had time to be together, so we decided to travel.
We traveled by Ambassador cruise to visit the majestic beauty of Ha Long Bay. Then we
visited the amazing cave, the natural mountain cave was formed over a long period of time.
Currently, I am studying for exams to prepare for the next steps. I think I will study other
fields.

Anyway, I have to get back to study. Send my love to your family. Let’s try to meet up soon. I
look forward to hearing from you soon. Can you share with me some photos that you took
with your dad on that journey?

Take care,

HUONG – B1

Hi Join,

How’s it going? How has your family been? I hope you and your family are well.
Many thanks for your last letter. It’s great to hear from you again. I’m sorry I
haven’t written for such a long time because I’ve been really busy studying
English to pass the B1 test.

First of all, I want to send congratulations for your holiday because it's such an
amazing and wonderful time with your father. For my last holiday, I went to Vung
Tau beach with my family last summer. In Vung Tau, there are breathtaking views
of the sea and sand. Besides, Vung Tau’s people are friendly, sociable, and very
polite. Moreover, the local cuisine is fresh and delicious but not expensive, for
example: crab, lobsters,...Specially, I was sunbathing on the soft sand beach
under the yellow and warm sunshine.

I really enjoyed my last holiday because it brought me wonderful moments. After

that holiday, I applied for a new job. Can you share with me some photos that you
took with your dad on that journey?

Anyway, I have to get back to work/study. Send my love to your family. Let’s try to
meet up soon. I look forward to hearing from you soon.

Take care,
Kỳ - B1

Minh Hằng – B2
Hi John,

How it’s going? It’s great to hear from you and your journey on a ship with
your dad sounds really wonderful. As for my last holiday, I used my free time
last weekend to go to Hai Phong with my close friends. It only lasts for 2 days,
we tried a lot of delicious traditional foods here. I can mention some special
dishes such as Bun Ca, Coconut, Banh Mi,… the most especially is extremely
cheap seafood. Hai Phong is a tranquil city with a fresh atmosphere and
spacious streets. After enjoying the food tour, we returned homestay which
was rented in the city center. I felt very relaxed and comfortable with this trip
after tiring and stressful days of studying and working.
I only had free time on the weekends to make the journey because I had to go
back to Hanoi to apply for a new job. I have many beautiful pictures that I want
to share with you and I will attach to this email. Can you share with me some
photos that you took with your dad on that journey?

Anyway, I have to get back to work. Send my love to your family. Let’s try to
meet up soon. I look forward to hearing from you soon.

Take care,
Duong Hoang Bao B2
Hi John,

Long time no see, hope you're doing well...

It's so excited to hear about your trip, it made me go crazy that I would like to
visit this beach as is..
Last weekend, I enjoyed my birthday by the trip to Da Nang with my close
friends , we have 4 people, due to all of us have to work in the weekdays, so
we decide to go by flight and start to go to Da Nam from the Friday night, then
come back Ho Chi Minh City in the Saturday evening. During the trip, we
enjoyed many delicious foods which Ho Chi Minh doesn't have the same
taste, especially we visited Ba Na Hill which is the most famous not only in
Vietnam but also in the world. We together took a hundred pictures, this was
an unforgettable memory.
Besides, we also visited My Khue beach, but due to the limited time, we don't
have much time to enjoy this beach. I wish that I could have a chance to go to
the beach one more time and put my soul in the sunset. So, my plan is to go
to a beach for the next trip, maybe in the next holiday when we can take a
long-day-off.

Anyway, wish you and your dad the good health, see you later in the wedding
party of your brother.

Best regards.
Dear John

Tran Thuy Tien-B2

How is it going? I hope you and your family are well and your trip sounds
interesting. I really love sea so I hope to experience a trip as soon as possible.
I am writing to tell you last holiday, I enjoy Summer vacation with my family.
We went to Da Lat city, a romatic city locates. As for me it is important that the
weather is very pleasant. I am impressed by the affordable local food and
frendly people. Since our week-long trip, we choose a homestay near forest
instead of a hotel. It help save costs and provide more outdoor activities such
as cycling, climbing,…

The trip was unforgettable for me and I felt so relaxed during out stay there.
After that, I plan to enroll in an English course and apply for a new job.

Can you share with me some photos that you took with your dad on that
journey. I am sure it be fantastic, I can not wait to see them either.

Anyway, i have to get back to work. I look forwaed to hearing from you soon

Best regards,
Sarahh
 FORMAL LETTER

Writing Task 1 - Test 1

You should spend about 20 minutes on this task.

You are a host in London. You received an email from a student from Vietnam,
Long:

I am glad to know that you will be my host during my stay in London. I am

writing to ask for some information regarding my homestay. I would be
grateful if you could give me some information about the weather in London,
the clothes to bring, the distance from the house to my university and how to
get around. Also, would you recommend some activities I should do to know
more about your culture?”

Write an email to respond to Long. You should write at least 120 words. You
do not need to include your name or address.

Dear Long,

Thank you very much for your last letter. I am also pleased to be your host
when you stay here. To help you prepare well for this stay, I will provide you
with the information you requested. Regarding my homestay, it is clean and
modern with 5 furnished rooms. You will share the room with an enthusiastic
English roommate who can help enhance your English skills. As for the
weather in London, it is quite cool, so you can bring comfortable clothes such
as jeans, shorts, hats, etc. However, in winter, it is extremely cold, so do not
forget your thick clothes to keep you warm.

It is not so far from my homestay to your university, about 500 meters, so you
can walk to your school conveniently. To get around, you can take regular
buses or trains which depart every 10 minutes or you can go by bike because
it is good for your health and environmentally friendly. Finally, to learn more
about our cultures, if I were you, I would search for London’s cultures on the
Internet in advance. Then, when you are here, you should participate in local
festivals, join some clubs and do common activities with my family. In addition,
going to the market can help you immerse yourself in our diverse cuisine.

I hope the above information is useful for your preparation. If you require any
further information, do not hesitate to contact me via phone.
I look forward to hearing from you soon.

Yours sincerely,

I love you because you are rich and nice.

I love you because you are nice and rich.
WRITING TASK 1 - Test 2

You should spend about 20 minutes on this task.

You are a school trip organizer. You received an email from your student,
Britney, asking for some information about the trip next month. Read part of
her email below

Dear Mr. John,

I’m really interested in the school trip that you are going to organize to a
historical museum next month. I’m writing to ask for information about the
fee, the date, and the time so that I can arrange my time to join. How can
we get there, and what activities are planned for the trip? Should I bring
my lunch along?
Write an email to respond to Britney. You should write at least 120 words. You
do not need to include your name or address.

fee Date & time transportation Activities lunch

500,000 VND take place by school bus gather at no need =>

per student next 7:30 a.m school has
Saturday, prepared it.
be free from 8 a.m to on the bus:
5 p.m play games,
sing => get to
know

visit the
museum

make a
presentation

take photos
WRITING TASK 1 - Test 3

You should spend about 20 minutes on this task.

“Dear Dan Nguyen,

Thank you very much for choosing to celebrate your birthday party at our
restaurant. As you and your family are regular customers, we’d like to
have your feedback on our food, service, and atmosphere. Moreover, we
would also like to know the things that you are still unhappy with. Could
you give us some suggestions so that we could improve our services?

Write an email responding to the manager. You should write at least 120
words. You do not need to include your name or address.

feedback unhappy things suggestions

food: affordable, fresh, menu: limited dishes, add more dishes

delicious, be beautifully no vegan foods
decorated
parking lot: too small => expand the parking lot
service: excellent, waste time to park in
friendly, attentive staff other places

atmosphere: formal/
cozy, relaxing
WRITING TASK 1
You should spend about 20 minutes on this task.
You have received a message from an English teacher. He is going to be a
guest speaker at your EC monthly meeting.

"I'd be glad to give a talk to your EC. I’m a little nervous because this will be
my 1st time coming to your university. In order to be well-prepared. I’d like
some information about my audience. I am thinking of talking about effective
ways to study vocabulary or useful tips for speaking English well. Which topic
would be more interesting and how much time can I have for my talk? Could
you also tell me how to get to your university from the city center? ”

You should write at least 120 words. You do not need to include your name or
address.

audience topic Time transportation

university both are 30 minutes, by taxi:

students: young, interesting and including convenient, fast
18 - 22 years old helpful questions and
answers section by bus:
be passionate => improve affordable
about English English skills

Dear Mr. John,

Thank you for your last letter. We are delighted to have you join us as a guest
speaker and share your expertise with our students at our EC monthly
meeting.
To ensure/ make sure you are well-prepared for your talk, I can provide you
with some information about our audience. Our university is known for its
diverse student community, consisting of undergraduate and postgraduate
students from various academic fields. They are motivated and energetic
individuals who are keen on improving their English language skills.
Regarding the topic of your talk, both options sound interesting and beneficial
for our students. As for the duration, we typically allocate around 45 minutes
for guest speakers, including time for questions and interaction.
To reach our university from the city center, you can take bus number 12,
which departs every 30 minutes from the main bus station. The journey
usually takes approximately/ about 25 minutes, depending on traffic
conditions.
If you have any further questions or require additional information, please do
not hesitate to contact us.
We look forward to your talk and appreciate your willingness to contribute to
our EC program.
Yours sincerely,

Huy B1

Hi, John

How’s it going? How has your family been? I hope you and your family are
well. Many thanks for your last letter. It’s great to hear from you again, I’m
sorry I haven’t written for such a long time because I’ve been really busy
studying English to pass the B1 test.

Your journey sounds great. I wish I were in there to enjoy that wonderful
moment with you. About me, my last holiday was wonderful. I went to the
countryside with my family, we took a lot of photos, the air was fresh. We
visited many places such as beach, pagoda. We ate a lot of delicious food.
People were friendly, generous, kind. As you asked me, do I enjoy my
holiday? Yes, I do. I absolutely enjoy my holiday because . After the holiday,
I’m going to enroll in an English course and continue my study at the
university

Anyway, thank you for writing a letter for me. Can you share with me some
photos that you took with your dad on that journey?

Take care,