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BEST IELTS General Writing Task 1, 3rd August
GENERAL WRITING TASK 1
GENERAL WRITING TASK 1
Your friend invited you to his/her birthday party, but you were unable to attend. Write a letter apologizing for your absence. In your letter:
– state why you could not go
– explain your reason for not contacting your friend sooner
– suggest another time to meet
SAMPLE ANSWER
Dear Timsumu,
I am writing to express how sorry I am for missing your birthday party last night. Please let me explain what happened.
As you know, I would not have missed your party for anything. Unfortunately, however, my wife, Pomati, started to feel ill right before we were about to leave for your place. I would have called to explain the situation to you, but we are in the middle of changing our mobile service providers and have not yet been issued new numbers. Simply put, it was an un-fortunate coincidence. Please do not worry about Pomati. She is feeling much better now.
I heard your party was memorable, and I really wish my wife and I could have made it. Pomati and I would like to take you out for dinner instead. Please get back to me with a suggested date.
Hope to see you soon,
Bumnaus
