When writing a formal letter or e-mail, what kind of words should the writer use to convey a formal tone? Check all that apply.confidentdramaticpolitesentimentalseriousunemotional
In any kind of formal writing, the writer should be sure to use a formal , or attitude, toward the subject.
Read the salutation from a formal letter.Dear Dr. GarciaWhat is the correct way to punctuate the salutation?
Read the paragraph from an e-mail.(1) The torrential rain that postponed the festival has finally ceased, but it left a trail of disaster. (2) Rescheduling the annual Pickle Palooza is going to be a huge undertaking. (3) The ceremonial pickle podium floated off during the downpour and hasn’t been seen since. (4) A flock of ducks have taken up residence on it and have been chasing off anyone who comes near them. (5) And, there is a puddle the size of a small lake where the festival field was.
Which is the correct format for a formal letter?
Read the sentence from a letter.Harrington City park has recently become quite run-down.This sentence is an example of the writer’s________, or perspective on the topic.
Which part of a formal e-mail is optional?
Read the e-mail.In the interest of public safety, Griffin Avenue should have a traffic light installed. There have been many traffic accidents recently at Griffin Avenue and 32nd Street. Statistics show that overall traffic in the area has also increased.Installing a traffic signal at Roman Avenue reduced accidents by ten percent, so it is likely that installing one at Griffin Avenue, which has similar conditions, will also result in fewer accidents. At your next council meeting, please consider my suggestion for making this intersection safer.
Read the prompt for a formal e-mail.Write a letter to the school board in which you propose turning part of the schoolyard into a garden.
What should the writer include in the second body paragraph of an e-mail that addresses a problem? Check all that apply.a clear viewpoint on the probleman explanation of the problemthe importance of solving the problem a clear solution to the problemsome of the effects of the problem
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