Introduction to Memorandum

What is the main purpose of a memo?

• To entertain

• To provide formal communication within an organization

• To advertise product

• To write informal notes

The word memo is short for _______.

• memorable

• memory

• memorize

• memorandum

Memorandums have no salutation line and no signature area at the end.

• True

• False

What are the 4 headings to a memo? (In order)

• From, To, Date, Subject

• Subject, Date, To, From

• Date, To, From, Subject

• Subject, To, From, Date

Match the following elements of a memo with their descriptions:

• Describes the topic of the memo.

• To:

• Indicates the recipient of the memo.

• Subject:

• Specifies when the memo was written.

• From:

• Identifies the sender of the memo.

• Date:

• Contains the main content of the memo.

• Body:

Directions: Complete the headings of memorandum by filling in the blanks with the information provided.

MEMORANDUM

Date: ​ (a)  

To: ​ (b)  

From: ​ (c)  

Subject:​ ​ (d)  

• John Doe, HR Manager
• All Staff
• Annual Team-Building Event
• 12.01.25

Directions: Complete the body of memorandum by filling in the blanks with the information provided.

Date: 12.01.2025

To: All Staff

From: John Doe, HR Manager

Subject: Annual Team-Building Event

I am pleased to announce that ​ (a)   will take place on ​ (b)   , at Green Meadows Resort. This event is an excellent opportunity for us to ​ (c)   in a fun and relaxed setting. Please RSVP to ​ (d)   Your participation is highly encouraged, and further details will follow shortly.

​ (e)  

John Doe

• our annual team-building event
• Friday, February 16, 2025
• strengthen our teamwork and communication skills
• the HR department by January 25, 2025.
• Best regards,