Friendly and Business Letters

What is an example of a friendly letter?

• A letter written to a business client discussing a recent project

• A letter written to a government official expressing dissatisfaction with a policy

• A letter written to a teacher requesting a grade change

• An example of a friendly letter is a letter written to a pen pal, catching up on recent events and sharing personal stories.

What is an example of a business letter?

• A grocery list

• A love letter

• An example of a business letter is a letter of complaint, a letter of inquiry, or a letter of recommendation.

• A thank you note

How do you address the recipient in a friendly letter?

• By using their first name or a friendly nickname

• By using their last name only

• By using their job title

• By using a formal title like 'Mr.' or 'Ms.'

How do you address the recipient in a business letter?

• Address the recipient with 'Hi' followed by their full name, such as 'Hi Mr. John Smith'

• Address the recipient with 'Dear' followed by their title and last name, such as 'Dear Mr. Smith' or 'Dear Dr. Johnson.'

• Address the recipient with 'To whom it may concern'

• Address the recipient with 'Hey' followed by their first name, such as 'Hey John'

What is the purpose of a friendly letter?

• To request a job interview

• To submit a formal complaint

• To communicate with a friend or family member in a personal and informal manner.

• To place an order for a product or service

What is the purpose of a business letter?

• To communicate important information, make requests, or convey a formal message in a professional manner.

• To share personal opinions and emotions

• To confuse the recipient

• To provide irrelevant information

What kind of language is used in a friendly letter?

• Informal language

• Slang

• Formal language

• Technical language

What kind of language is used in a business letter?

• Emotional and personal language

• Casual and slang language

• Informal and colloquial language

• Formal and professional language

What is the closing statement in a friendly letter?

• A humorous and casual sign-off, such as 'Catch you later,'

• A business-like sign-off, such as 'Regards,'

• A formal and distant sign-off, such as 'Yours faithfully,'

• A warm and friendly sign-off, such as 'Sincerely,' 'Best regards,' or 'Yours truly.'

What is the closing statement in a business letter?

• A polite and professional closing, such as 'Sincerely' or 'Best regards.'

• See you later

• Take care

• Yours truly