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You have lost an item of value on a train. Write a letter to the railway company - GT Letter Band 9

You should spend about 20 minutes on this task.


You have lost an item of value on a train.


Write a letter to the railway company. In your letter,

  • describe the item

  • explain where and when you left it

  • say what action you would like the company to take

You should write at least 150 words.


You do NOT need to write any addresses.


Begin your letter as follows:


Dear Sir or Madam,


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IELTS Letter Writing Band 9 / GT Writing Task 1 Band 9 Sample

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GT Letter Band 9 Sample

Dear Sir or Madam,


I am writing to inform you about my recent loss on the train of your railway company. As I was running late to get my next train to Manchester, I realized that I had forgotten my important stuff in the luggage compartment.


It is a Kindle Oasis model with a blue Van Gogh´s themed case. On the back of the gadget, you will find my initials (G.S.U.) which you can check for the verification purposes.


As I was very anxious to leave, I did not have time to check all the compartments while I was grabbing my belongings. Consequently, I left my device at the seat 15B of the second car just when I arrived at London Station. The ticket's PDF is attached in the end of this e-mail so that you can confirm my information.


I would be very thankful if you could send it to me by mail. If you need further information regarding my mailing address, please feel free to reach out to me over the given phone number or email address. In addition, l will pay all the post charges on delivery.


I am looking forward to your answer.


Yours sincerely,


Alex Caruso


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