ASSIGNMENT

What is the correct format for a formal letter?

• Sender's Name, Date, Subject, Body, Signature

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

• Recipient's Address, Date, Salutation, Body, Signature

• Date, Sender's Address, Body, Closing, Recipient's Address

How should you start a formal excuse letter?

• Start with a casual greeting and your name.

• Begin with your address, date, recipient's address, and a formal greeting.

• Include a quote about apologies at the beginning.

• Begin with a list of reasons for the excuse.

What information should be included in the date section of a letter?

• Only the month and year

• A random number

• The sender's name

• Full date (e.g., 'October 5, 2023')

How do you clearly express the reason for your absence?

• I forgot to inform anyone about my absence.

• I was unable to attend due to a personal emergency.

• I was busy with work commitments.

• I was on vacation during that time.

What is an appropriate closing for a formal letter?

• Sincerely,

• Yours truly,

• Best regards,

• Warm wishes,

Why is it important to be polite in an excuse letter?

• Excuse letters should always be aggressive.

• Politeness is irrelevant in formal communication.

• It is important to be polite in an excuse letter to maintain positive relationships and increase the chances of a favorable response.

• Being rude can lead to better outcomes.

How can you ensure your letter is concise and to the point?

• Outline your message, use clear language, avoid jargon, eliminate redundancy, and stick to one idea per paragraph.

• Add unnecessary details to lengthen the letter.

• Include multiple ideas in each paragraph.

• Use complex vocabulary to impress the reader.

What details should you include about the absence (dates, events)?

• Include dates of absence and details of any significant events during that period.

• Provide a summary of the entire year instead of specific dates.

• Only include the reason for absence.

• List only the events that occurred after the absence.

How can you express gratitude in your excuse letter?

• Thank you for your understanding and support regarding my situation.

• I hope you can forgive my mistake.

• I apologize for any inconvenience caused.

• I appreciate your patience with my situation.

What should you do after writing your excuse letter?

• Review, sign, and send the letter.

• Post the letter without a signature.

• Throw the letter away immediately.

• Ignore the letter and move on.