General Training Writing · Practice test

General Training Test 35

Complete both tasks, then submit your writing to your teacher if you have an account.

  • 60 minutes
  • 2 tasks
  • Test 35 of 50

Test conditions: you have 60 minutes for both tasks. Spend about 20 minutes on Task 1 and 40 minutes on Task 2. Your answers are saved as you type.

20 minutes · at least 150 words

Task 1

You have recently started a new job.

Write a letter to an old friend. In your letter:

  • describe your new job
  • say what you like about it
  • invite your friend to visit you

Write at least 150 words. You do NOT need to write any addresses.

Begin your letter as follows: Dear ……………,

40 minutes · at least 250 words

Task 2

Shops in many town centres are closing down.

What are the reasons for this? Do you think this is a positive or a negative development?

Give reasons for your answer and include any relevant examples from your own knowledge or experience.

Write at least 250 words.

Practice test written for Tips4IELTS. Any data is invented for practice.