General Training Writing · Practice test

General Training Test 4

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

  • 60 minutes
  • 2 tasks
  • Test 4 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 would like to take a month off work to look after a family member.

Write a letter to your manager. In your letter:

  • explain why you need the time off
  • say when you would like to take it
  • suggest how your work could be covered

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

Cars should be banned from city centres.

To what extent do you agree or disagree?

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.