Parts of a Letter

What is the term used to greet the recipient at the beginning of a letter?

• Commencement

• Greetings

• Introduction

• Salutation

How should you end a letter in a formal setting?

• Love

• Cheers

• Yours truly

• Your sincerely

What is the name of the writer's name at the end of a letter?

• Mark

• Endorsement

• Signature

• Subscription

Which part of the letter includes the current date?

• Heading

• Salutation

• Signature

• Body

What is the section at the top of the letter that contains the company or individual's information?

• Title block

• Letterhead

• Signature block

• Header

Where is the recipient's address placed in a letter?

• At the top left corner of the letter.

• At the bottom right corner of the letter.

• In the middle of the letter.

• On a separate sheet of paper.

What is the phrase used before the writer's name at the end of a letter to indicate someone else is signing on their behalf?

• per manus (p.m.)

• per scriptum (p.s.)

• per signum (p.s.)

• per procurationem (p.p.)

Tags

CCSS.L.5.4B

CCSS.L.6.1E

What section of a letter includes any additional documents sent along with the letter?

• Attachment

• Appendix

• Addendum

• Enclosure

What does 'enclosure' indicate at the end of a letter?

• The letter is written in a foreign language

• The letter is addressed to multiple recipients

• Additional documents are included with the letter.

• The letter is written in cursive handwriting

What does 'per pro' mean when included in a letter?

• Through email

• On behalf of

• By mail

• Personally