Now you've got plenty of ideas look at these questions and the sample letter above.
Can you work out the correct rules? 1. What goes at the top right corner on a letter but not usually an email? 2. What goes above the name on a letter? 3. After writing 'dear' or another greeting plus the person's name remember to leave a _____? 4. What do you write in the first paragraph of the 'body'? 5. In the other parts of the 'body' what should you write? 6. What 'closing statement' was used in the example and which others do you know? 7. Best wishes is known as a 'closing phrase' which others do you know? 8. For a letter you should sign your name above or below your printed name? |
Here are the answers.1. What goes at the top right corner on a letter but not usually an email? The address.
2. What goes above the name on a letter? The date. 3. After writing 'dear' or another greeting plus the person's name remember to leave a _____? Space/line. 4. What do you write in the first paragraph of the 'body'? Write something friendly. Say something like: thanks for you letter/ How are you and your family?/I hope you are well etc. 5. In the other parts of the 'body' what should you write? Write why you are sending your message: do you think it would be ok if.../I'm writing because.../I just wanted to tell/ask/remind you.../I was wondering if... etc. 6. What 'closing statement' was used in the example and which others do you know? I'm excited to come see you soon/I look forward to seeing you soon/I hope to hear from you soon/Get back to me when you're free/I hope you feel well soon/Don't forget to... 7. Best wishes is known as a 'closing phrase' which others do you know? Best regards/Yours truly (for people you know a little) Dear + name, = Yours sincerely, Dear Sir or Madam/To whom it may concern, = Yours faithfully 8. For a letter you should sign your name above or below your printed name? Above. |
Now it's your turn to write an informal letter to a friend.Some English friends, Sam and Jill Haven, have written to you for advice. Their 20-year-old son, Paul, wants to get a job teaching English in your country. This is part of a letter you have received from them:
Write a letter to Sam and Jill giving advice and any helpful suggestions that you can. Write about 120-150 words.
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Here's some more tips on giving advice.
These phrases might come in useful: You asked me for advice about (verb-ing)…. Have you thought about (verb-ing)….? It might be a good idea to …. One thing I would suggest is (verb-ing)…. Have you tried (verb-ing)... |