letter writing in IELTS

Read the examples provided in the links below that have gotten the score 9 in Ielts. After you've gotten familiar with different types it's time for you to start writing on the given topics. try to do each in 20 minutes as you are expected to do in the real test.

First spend time on identifying the type of the letter whether it is formal/semi-formal/informal.Then decide on the suitable greeting and closing and the plan your paragraphs.the topics you have to write about are:

1. Inviting a friend
You are studying English at a private language school attended by many international students. You are planning a surprise birthday party for a friend who has been feeling particularly sad and homesick. Write to another classmate and invite him / her to the party. In your letter:

explain the reason for the party
give the date and time of the party
suggest what the classmate could bring to the party
Begin your letter as follows: Dear ________

You should write at least 150 words. You should spend about 20 minutes on this task.

2. Asking for Permission
You are studying overseas. You need to return to your country before the end of the semester for a family event. Write a letter to your supervisor. In your letter:

Request time off
Explain why you need to leave early
Reassure him / her that your studies will not suffer
Begin your letter as follows: Dear Mr / Ms _______
(Question taken from Action Plan for IELTS )

3. Making Suggestions
You eat at your college cafeteria every lunchtime. However, you think it needs some improvements. Write a letter to the college magazine. In your letter:

explain what you like bout the cafeteria
say what is wrong
suggest how it could be improved
Begin your letter as follows: Dear Sir / Madam

You should write at least 150 words. You should spend about 20 minutes on this task.
(Question taken from Instant IELTS by Guy Brook-Hart)