Writing conventions informal emails (B1)

What is a casual opening remark to greet a friend in an informal email?

• Dear Sally,

• To Whom It May Concern,

• Salutations!

• Hey! or Hi! or Hello!

Which of these phrases is NOT a typical way to start the first sentence of an informal email to a friend?

• How's it going?

• I hope this email finds you well.

• How are you?

• What's up?

Which of the following is an example of informal language to share news?

• It is with great pleasure that I inform you...

• Guess what!

• I have the pleasure of sharing with you...

• I must tell you something.

What are some common informal phrases used to express excitement in an email to a friend?

• I'm excited for you!

  I'm pleased for you!

  I'm sincerely happy for you!

• This is truly exciting news!

  Your news brings me great joy.

• What exciting news!

  Wow!

  That's so awesome!

  How cool!'

Tags

CCSS.L.5.1A

Which of the phrases is NOT an informal way to make a suggestion?

• I would like to propose that we see a film.

• Let's see a film.

• Why don't we see a film?

• What about seeing a film?

Tags

CCSS.L.4.1C

CCSS.L.9-10.1B

Is it OK to use contractions in an informal email to a friend?

• Yes, always.

• No, never.

• It depends on the context.

Tags

CCSS.L.2.2C

Is it OK to use emojis and emoticons in an informal email to a friend?

• Yes, always.

• No, never.

• It depends on the context.

Which is NOT a sutiable last line for an informal email to a friend?

• Can't wait to see you!

• I am anxious to have the opportunity to see you!

• Looking forward to seeing you!

• So excited to see you!

What are some typical informal and friendly sign-offs to close an email to a friend?

• Warm regards,

  Sincerely,

  Yours faithfully,

  Yours sincerely,

• Take care,

  Best wishes,

  Talk to you soon,

  Catch you later,

  Cheers,