Writing a Letter

What type of letter does the image belong to?

• Family letter

• Congratulation letter

• Celebration letter

• Love letter

What are correct ways to start a letter?

• Dear Sir/Madam

• Dear Mr/Ms

• Dear Mr Hanson,

• To the Editor,

• Dear Miss Tinsdale

What is the first thing you do after addressing your letter?

• State a reason for writing

• Introduce yourself

• Refer to a situation or former letter

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CCSS.RI.11-12.3

CCSS.RI.11-12.5

CCSS.RI.9-10.3

CCSS.RI.9-10.5

CCSS.RI.8.3

What is the best option for letter writing?

• I got your letter last week.

• I have got your letter last week.

• I received your letter last week.

• I acquired your letter last week.

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CCSS.L.4.1B

CCSS.L.5.1.B-D

CCSS.L.5.1C

CCSS.L.5.1D

CCSS.L.5.1B

Which sentences would you typically see in paragraph 3 of most letters?

• I have always been interested in…

• Might it be possible to receive more information about…

• One day I hope to…

• I am looking forward to the prospect of meeting people from different cultures

What phrase can you use to indicate a follow-up on the first point you made in your letter?

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What is the correct way to close a formal letter?

• Yours sincerely,

• Best regards,

• Cheers,

• Take care,

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CCSS.RI.11-12.3

CCSS.RI.11-12.5

CCSS.RI.9-10.3

CCSS.RI.9-10.5

CCSS.RI.8.5

Which of the following is a suitable opening for a formal letter?

• Hey there!

• To whom it may concern,

• Hi!

• What's up?

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CCSS.RI.11-12.3

CCSS.RI.11-12.5

CCSS.RI.9-10.3

CCSS.RI.9-10.5

CCSS.RI.8.5

What is the purpose of the salutation in a letter?

• To introduce the main topic

• To greet the recipient

• To summarize the letter

• To provide contact information