Finding it hard to remember important facts and figures?

IELTS General Writing Task 1 with sample answer.

You should spend about 20 minutes on this task.

Finding it hard to remember important facts and figures? Improve your memory in 10 weeks with our Memory Course. Places are limited and the course is available for only a short time.
Apply in writing to:

You see the above advertisement for a course designed to help improve your memory.

Write a letter to the organiser of the course. In the letter:

  • give some background information about yourself
  • explain your own problems and why you would like to do the course
  • enquire about the methods used on the course
  • enquire about course fees and dates

You should write at least 150 words.

You do NOT need to write any address.

Begin your letter as follows:

Dear _ ,


Sample Answer:

Dear Sir,

Having seen your advertisement in the Daily Star on 3rd June, I would like to know the information about the course. I am William Jones, 22 years old and a university student. Recently, I have noticed that I have a problem with memorization that is crucial for my academic performance. I find it quite difficult to recall important information of my courses. On the top of that, I have to concentrate very hard even for very small piece of information to memorize. I have tried few techniques, but everything went in vain. That is why, I would like to know about what method you will use and, if possible, then please explain some significant aspects of your course. I also need the information of course fees and schedule of classes.

As I involve in volunteer service beside my academic activities, I do not have a great deal of free time, so I hope you can offer me a flexible hours for me.

It would be helpful if you could send me necessary information about the course. I am looking forward to hearing your reply.

Yours faithfully,
William Jones