Formal Letter Writing Skills

What is the correct structure of a formal letter?

• Enclosures

• Complimentary Close

• Subject Line

• Sender's Address Date Recipient's Address Salutation Body Closing Signature

• Sender's Name

Identify the main purpose of a formal letter.

• To provide entertainment

• To express emotions informally

• To share personal anecdotes

• To communicate important information professionally.

Which of the following is an appropriate salutation for a formal letter?

• Hiya!

• What's up?

• Dear Mr./Ms. [Last Name],

• Hey there!

When writing a formal letter, it is important to use ______ language.

• informal

• casual

• formal

• slang

Tags

CCSS.RI.1.3

CCSS.RI.2.3

CCSS.RI.2.5

CCSS.RI.3.3

CCSS.RI.3.5

In a formal letter, the closing should be followed by ______.

• starting a new paragraph

• complimentary closing

• sincerely yours

• greeting the recipient

What should be included in the body of a formal letter?

• Date, recipient's email, body paragraphs, closing, signature

• Recipient's phone number, body paragraphs, closing, signature

• Sender's address, recipient's address, body paragraphs, closing

• Date, recipient's address, salutation, body paragraphs, closing, signature

Tags

CCSS.RI.1.3

CCSS.RI.2.3

CCSS.RI.2.5

CCSS.RI.3.3

CCSS.RI.3.5

Choose the correct format for the recipient's address in a formal letter.

• Recipient's Name, City, State, Zip Code

• Recipient's Title, Company Name, Street Address

• Recipient's Name, Recipient's Title, Company Name (if applicable), Street Address, City, State, Zip Code.

• Recipient's Name, Street Address, City, Zip Code

Tags

CCSS.L.2.3

CCSS.L.2.3A

CCSS.L.4.3C

CCSS.SL.4.6

CCSS.SL.5.6

Why is it important to proofread a formal letter before sending it?

• To waste time unnecessarily

• To ensure there are no spelling or grammatical errors, maintain a professional image, and convey the intended message clearly.

• To make the letter less formal

• To add more confusion to the message

Tags

CCSS.RI.1.5

CCSS.RI.2.3

CCSS.RI.2.5

CCSS.RI.3.3

CCSS.RI.3.5

Which of the following is an example of a formal closing for a letter?

• Best regards

• Cheers

• Love

• Sincerely

What is the significance of using a formal tone in a letter?

• It conveys professionalism, respect, and seriousness.

• It makes the letter more engaging and interesting.

• It adds a personal touch and warmth to the message.

• It shows informality and lack of professionalism.

Tags

CCSS.RL.1.4

CCSS.RL.2.4

CCSS.RL.3.4

CCSS.RL.4.4

CCSS.RL.5.4