IELTS General Task 1: Letter Apologising to a Friend for Missing an Event

A close friend recently held a special celebration, but you were unable to attend at the last minute.

Write a letter to your friend. In your letter:

• apologise for not being able to come to the event
• explain what happened that prevented you from attending
• suggest a way you could make it up to your friend

Write at least 150 words. You do NOT need to write any addresses. Begin your letter as follows: Dear Sam,