BE 5-1 writing

Multiple Choice

What is the first thing you write in a formal letter?

• Sender's address
• Date of writing
• Recipient's name
• Closing

Multiple Choice

What should you include in the body of your letter?

• A list of random names
• The address of the recipient

• Your main message or reason for writing

• A detailed history of the recipient's life

Dropdown

​ What is the correct greeting for a formal letter?​

Select answer

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Select answer

Match

Parts of the Formal Letter

• Date & Greeting

• Closing

• State the idea

• Explain why the idea is important.

• State how to carry out the idea

March 1, 2023

Dear Sir/Madam

Sincerely,

John Doe

7th grade

My idea for a school-wide community

This is important because

We're going to ask all students

• March 1, 2023

  Dear Sir/Madam

• Sincerely,

  John Doe

  7th grade

• My idea for a school-wide community

• This is important because

• We're going to ask all students

Peer review

Check you friend's writing with these keypoints:

• Correct structure (address, greeting, body, closing)

• Proper use of formal language

• Clear message and purpose

  You can add checklist on their writing

• Circle the incorrect spelling

Peer review

Write your review

Give constructive feedback using sticky notes, and discuss what they liked and what could be improved.

Example:
Sticky Note 1 (Positive Feedback): “I really liked how you introduced your ideas clearly. Your handwriting was neat, and I could easily follow your thoughts!” 😊

Sticky Note 2 (Area for Improvement): “Next time, try adding more details to explain your main point. For example, when you mentioned your weekend plans, you could describe what activities you did.” 👍