Writing Letters Address Kurgan Russia November 22

Writing Letters

Address Kurgan, Russia November, 22, 2013

Greetings Dear Clara, Hi Tania, Hello Bill,

The introductory paragraph should be started with a sentence that piques the interest of the reader. Make a few chatty comments or ask a few personal questions. ● How are you getting on? ● I’m really sorry for not getting in touch sooner… ● Thanks for writing back so quickly… ● I just wanted to let you know… ● Sorry I haven’t written for ages… ● Thought I’d better drop you a line to thank you for helping me…

The introductory paragraph The first paragraph will generally outline the purpose for the letter and the reason that the letter is being sent. ● I am writing to you with reference to… ● I am interested in applying for the job/position of… ● We are pleased to receive… ● This is to inform you that I have received your letter of… ● I very much appreciate having a reply from you… ● I am most grateful to you for…

The body of the letter The introduction should flow smoothly into the body, where you will talk about the main subject of your letter. If you are going to be discussing more than one topic, you can say “To begin with, I need to tell you…”Keep the tone of your informal letter on the conversational level.

The complimentary close of the letter Finish the letter with an excuse to stop writing. The appropriate phrases are: ● Must dash now, I have to write my History report… ● Please give my regards to… ● All the best, ● Love, ● Best wishes, ● With love from,

The signature Whether you sign only your first name, nickname or full name will depend on the relationship. Love, Helen

Linking words ► Informal Also, However, Actually, In fact, As a matter of fact, Anyway, As you know,

Label the different parts A. B. C. D. E. F. Love or Best wishes and then my 1 st name. Dear and friend” s name My address and the date Say goodbye and ask to write back Say hello and thank pen friend for letter Answer his questions

Put the parts of the letter in the correct order A. It is interesting to know what is your favorite show about? Why do you like it? Who hosts the show? B. Dear Tom, C. Goodbye! Write back soon ! D. Thanks for your letter. It was great to hear from you that you are going on holidays with your parents. How are you getting on? E. Russia, Kurgan, 22, 11, 2013. F. I agree that holidays are a great time. Usually I spend my summer holidays with my parents. We are fond of travelling. This summer we went to Barcelona. It was fantastic. The city is great. The weather was fine, we swam in the sea and sunburnt. G. Best wishes. Natalia.

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