Friendly Letter Writing

What is the purpose of a greeting and salutation in a friendly letter?

• To introduce yourself and provide a brief background

• To ask for a favor or request

• To express anger or frustration

• To establish a polite and friendly tone, and to address the recipient respectfully.

Which of the following is an appropriate greeting for a friendly letter?

• Hello,

• Dear [Name],

• Hey [Name],

• To whom it may concern,

What should be included in the body paragraphs of a friendly letter?

• Closing and signature

• Main content or message

• Subject line

• Greeting and salutation

True or False: The body paragraphs in a friendly letter should provide details and examples to support the main idea.

• True

• The body paragraphs in a friendly letter do not need to provide details and examples

• True

• False

What is the purpose of a closing in a friendly letter?

• To express anger and frustration in the letter.

• To provide a formal and distant ending to the letter.

• To confuse the recipient of the letter.

• To provide a polite and warm ending to the letter.

Which of the following is an appropriate closing for a friendly letter?

• Best regards

• Yours faithfully

• Sincerely

• Regards

True or False: It is important to sign a friendly letter with your full name.

• Only your first name

• False

• True

• Only your last name

What is the purpose of a friendly letter?

• To convey important information.

• To express anger and frustration.

• To request a favor in a formal manner.

• To communicate in a warm and personal manner.

True or False: Friendly letters are usually written to people you don't know well.

• Only on special occasions

• Sometimes

• False

• True