Informal ending

Greeting

Dear Ms Dutton, (when you know the person's name)

Dear Sir / Madam, (when you don't know the person's name)

Paragraph 1: Introduction

Thank you for your letter of...

I am writing with reference to your letter of...

I would definitely like to go on the course.

Paragraph 2: Personal information

Basic information about yourself and your family: where

You live and who you live with, school you go to, your

Interests

Paragraph 3: Experience as learner

Years studied, current level, exams passed, areas you have

Most problems with

Formal ending

I look forward to hearing from you soon.

Yours sincerely, (if you started your letter Dear Ms Dutton)

Yours faithfully, (if you started your letter Dear Sir / Madam)

Your signature

Print your name clearly.

An Informal Letter (to a pen friend / relative)

Greeting

Dear..., / Hi..., / Hi there!

Paragraphs 1/2/3

Information about yourself, your family and your friends

Informal ending

That's all for now. / I hope to hear from you soon. /

Get in touch soon. / Look forward to hearing all about you. /

Write soon. / Give my regards to... / Please keep in touch.

A Y l o l u t r h e n a b m es e t, / Yours, / With love, / Love, / Cheers,

A Book Review

Paragraph

Give some basic information about the book.

'Possession' by A.S.Byatt won the Booker Prize in 1990. Since

its first publication in 1990, the book has not only won many

readers but has also been filmed starring Gwyneth Paltrow.

Paragraph 2

Give a brief summary of the plot.

Two main characters in the book are young scholars who are

researching lives of two Victorian poets. As they uncover their

letters, journals and poems, they unexpectedly come across a

story of mystery and great passion.

Paragraph 3

Give your opinions and present good and bad things about the book.

The book is a fascinating love-story which combines two

historical settings in a very clever way, contemporary and

Victorian. However, its complexity may discourage some readers.

Paragraph 4

Conclusions and recommendations.

The book is certainly worth reading. It will appeal both to

readers who like contemporary literature as well as those who

prefer a good traditional Victorian novel.

A Description Of A Place

Paragraph 1

Introduce the place.

After living for many years in an old country house, I've just

moved to the city. Now I live in a modern flat which...

Paragraph 2

Give a general description of the place.

It is spacious and full of light. There are two rooms downstairs,...

Paragraph 3

Focus on one room / one special feature in more detail.

My study upstairs has got a very relaxed atmosphere.

My favourite piece of furniture is...

Paragraph 4

Give a final/personal comment on the place.

Although I sometimes miss my old house, there are many things

about my new home that I really like, such as...

A Film Review

Paragraph 1

Give some basic information about the film.

'Dances With Wolves' won an Oscar in 1990. It was directed by

Kevin Costner.

Paragraph 2

Give a brief summary of the plot.

He is sent by the army to live on the edge of Indian territory.

Paragraph 3

Give your opinions - good and bad things about the film.

The film is very realistic in the way it shows us the everyday

life of the Indians.

Paragraph 4

Conclusion and recommendation.

It is a historical film with an obvious message. It speaks to

people of all ages.

A Description of an Event

Paragraph 1

Introduce the event.

When I was in Spain last summer, I decided to go to a football

match between FC Barcelona and Juventus Turin. It turned out

to be one of the highlights of my holiday.

Paragraph 2

Give a brief summary of the event.

It all started with a spectacular fiesta four hours before the

actual match.

After that, the members of both teams were introduced to the

crowd. Barcelona scored first but Juventus eventually won.

Paragraph 3

Focus on one particular aspect of the event.

What I found really amazing was the behaviour of the fans.

They weren't hostile to each other and looked as if they were

having a great time together. The match started and ended with

fireworks. It was a big display of technical skill and artistic

imagination. I particularly liked the colours.

Paragraph 4

Give a final comment on the event.

All in all, it was one of the biggest attractions of my Spanish

holidays. I loved the atmosphere of the place and I think the

organisation was just perfect.

A Discursive Essay

1 Introduction

A short paragraph to introduce the topic. Give some

background. This may be historical or personal.

Tobacco was introduced to Europe after the discovery of America.

My parents smoke and they have both tried to give up

many times.

(Note that if you are 'fori something, put the arguments

'against' first.

If you are 'against' something, put the arguments 'for7

first.)

2 A list of arguments 'for"

Choose two or three main points. Give examples where

possible.

Firstly, it costs a lot of money to treat smokers who get

diseases, such as heart disease or lung cancer. Secondly,...

3 A list of arguments 'against'

Choose two or three main points. Back up your arguments

with examples.

On the other hand, if they banned smoking, the government

would lose a lot of money from taxes on cigarettes.

4 Conclusion

Give your own personal opinion about the topic.

In my opinion,...

All things considered, I believe that...

A Formal Letter

Greeting

Dear Mrs Smith, (if you know the person's name)

Dear Sir / Madam, (if you don't know the person's name)

Paragraph 1

Give your reason for writing the letter. Say where you saw

the advertisement. Give some information about you and

other people interested in the holiday.

I am writing to ask for more information about the

'Amazonian Adventure' holiday which I saw advertised in

The Mirror. My sister and I are both university students. We are

interested in the holiday but I would like some more details. Paragraph 2

Firstly, I would like to know more about the sort of conditions

on the holiday. Could you tell me more about the

accommodation provided...

Paragraph 3

Secondly, I am slightly worried as I have never been on this

sort of holiday before. Could you please send me information

about the diseases and health risks in the Amazon area?

I would also be grateful if you could give me information

about health and accident insurance.

Paragraph 4

Thirdly, you say that the price includes everything except

certain extras. Could you possibly give me details about what

extras there might be?

Formal ending

Most formal letters end with this sentence. Learn it!

I look forward to hearing from you.

Signing off

Yours sincerely, (if your letter starts with Dear Mrs Smith)

Yours faithfully, (if your letter starts with Dear Sir /

Madam)

Sign your name and print it clearly.

R. S. Wibon

R.S. WILSON (MS)

A Letter of Application

Greeting

Dear Ms Smith, (if you know the person's name)

Dear Sir / Madam, (if you don't know the person's name)

Paragraph 1

Give reasons for your writing. Say where you saw an

advertisement.

I am writing in connection with the advertisement in today's

'Gazette'. I am a professional nurse and I would like to join the

campaign to save children in poor countries of Africa.

Paragraph 2

Give some information about you.

I am a professional nurse. I graduated from the Medical College

two years ago. During my studies, I took part in a number of

ventures which aimed to help the people in the countries of the

Third World. Since I left the College, I have participated in three

specialist training courses. I work in the State Hospital in my

home town; however, I could easily take a two-month leave to

join your campaign.

Paragraph 3

Suggest how you could help.

Due to my medical qualifications, I could deal with all kinds of

physical problems the children might be suffering from. In

addition, I could act as a therapist and help them with mental

trauma. Apart from that, I am sure I would cope with other

difficult situations, such as taking care of the elderly and

homeless.

Paragraph 4

Ask for more information.

I would be grateful if you could inform me when you will be

announcing the results of the applications. I would also be

interested to know the planned departure date.

Formal ending

I am looking forward to hearing from you.

Signing off

Yours sincerely, (if your letter starts with Dear Ms Smith)

Yours faithfully, ('if your letter starts with Dear Sir / Madam)

A Discursive Essay

1 Introduction

Introduce the topic. Give some background about the

situation in your country/area. Then mention the possible

reasons for the situation.

Crime is one of the most important issues...

In the last few years, crime has been going up/down.

The most common crimes are...

The most worrying trend is the increase in...

One of the reasons for this is possibly the fact that

unemployment has risen...

Another reason is that...

Note that if you are 'fori something, put the arguments

'against' first.

If you are 'against' something, put the arguments 'for7

first.

2 A list of arguments 'for’

Express the attitudes and reasons to support this point of

view. Provide examples and facts where possible,

(see Style below)

3 A list of arguments 'against'

Express the attitudes and reasons to support this point of

view. Provide examples and facts where possible.

(see Style below)

4 Conclusion

Finally, give your own personal opinion about the topic.

In my opinion,... / All things considered, I believe that...

A Letter Of Complaint

Greeting

Dear Mr Scott, (if you know the person's name)

Dear Sir / Madam, (if you don't know the person's name)

1 Introduction

Give your reason for writing and specific information about

the product or service, including where and when you bought

it.

I am writing to you about... which I bought from... on...

I enclose copies of the guarantee and the receipt.

2 Reasons for the complaint

Write one or two paragraphs saying:

a) why the advertising for the product was misleading,

In your advert you claim that the watch is waterproof. /

The advert gave the impression that the jacket would last

a lifetime.

b) what went wrong with the product.

However, the first time I went swimming, the watch stopped

working. /

However, after only one wash, the colour had faded.

3 Reactions to your complaint

Say what happened when you took the product back or

complained about it the first time.

When I took the... back to the shop, the assistant said it was

my fault and I hadn't read the instructions carefully

4 Your demands

Say clearly what you want the company to do. State further

action that you will take if your demands are not met.

I would like you to refund my money.

Unless I receive a satisfactory reply, I will write to the Consumer

Association.

5 Formal ending

The most common ending for a formal letter is:

I look forward to hearing from you.

Signing off

Yours sincerely, (if your letter starts with Dear Mr Scott)

Yours faithfully, (if your letter starts with Dear Sir / Madam)

Sign your name and print it clearly.

P. Lowe

P. LOWE (MR)

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