Стр.22-23 Модуль 1 ГДЗ Starlight Баранова 10 класс
Приведем выдержку из задания из учебника Баранова, Дули, Копылова 10 класс, Просвещение: Unit 1.9
Writing letters/ emails
Letters/Emails can be formal, semi-formal or informal depending on who you are writing to. There are quite a few types, such as: invitations, accepting or refusing invitations, asking for or giving information, applications complaints, apologies, asking for/giving advice, giving news, expressing thanks/regrets/congratulations etc. Before we start writing a letter/email, it is important to think about who we are writing to. This helps to decide how formal/ informal the letter/email will be.
Informal letters/emails are sent to people you know well (e.g. friends, relatives etc). An informal letter/email should consist of:
an informal greeting (e.g. Dear Mary/Aunt Sue/Dad/etc);
an introduction in which you write your opening remarks and the reason for writing (e.g. How is it going? I thought I’d drop you a line to let you know …);
a main body in which you write the main subjects of the letter/email in detail, starting a new paragraph for each topic.
a conclusion in which you write your closing remarks (e.g. I’d better go.);
an informal ending (e.g. Love/Yours/Best regards + your first name).
Semi-formal letters/emails arc normally sent to someone you know but an: not intimate with (e.g. your friend’s parents, a distant relative etc).
Semi-formal letters/emails contain:
formal greetings (e.g. Dear Mr and Mrs Smith);
informal endings (e.g. Best Wishes/Yours + full name);
a respectful tone, depending on the relationship you have with the person;
pronouns shouldn’t be omitted/idioms should be used carefully.
Formal letters/emails an: normally sent to people in an official position or people you don’t know well (e.g. Director of Studies etc).
A formal letter/email should consist of:
a formal greeting (e.g. Dear Sir/Madam — when you do not know the person’s name; Dear Ms Jones — when you know the person’s name);
an introduction in which you write your opening remarks and mention your reasons for writing (e.g. I am writing to apply for the position of…);
a main body in which you write about the main subjects of the letter in detail, starting a new paragraph for each topic;
a conclusion in which you write your closing remarks (e.g. I look forward to hearing from you as soon as possible…);
a formal ending (e.g. Yours faithfully — when you do not know the person’s name; Yours sincerely — when you know the person’s name) followed by your full name.
General outline for letters/emails
Paragraph 1: opening remarks, reason(s) for writing
Paragraphs 2. 3: development
Paragraph 4: closing remarks
Style in informal and formal letters/emails
SEMI-FORMAL OR INFORMAL STYLE
Greeting:
Dear Маry/Aunt Sue/Dad. etc
friendly, relaxed, personal tone (e.g. Thanks so much for your last letter.)
frequent use of colloquial expressions. Idioms, phrasal verbs, short forms (e.g. It’s been ages since we hooked up.)
pronouns are often omitted (e.g. Thought I’d drop you a line.) chatty, use of literary devices (e.g. You’re as stubborn as a mule sometimes.)
Sign off:
Best wishes/Love/Yours/Regards.
Peter
FORMAL STYLE
Greeting:
Dear Sir/Madam/Dear Mr Smith.
serious. Impersonal tone (e.g. It was pleasing to hear that you are in good health.)
complex sentence structure — frequent use of passive voice — no phrasal verbs — no colloquial English — advanced vocabulary — no short forms (e.g. The item in question, which I received last week, was damaged In transit)
Sign off:
Yours faithfully/fours sincerely.
Peter Brown
1 Match the beginnings with the endings and say which are formal/informal. Then identify the type of letter (e.g. complaint, invitation etc).
Beginnings
1 I am writing to apply for the post advertised in yesterday’s Independent. I have four years’ experience as a graphic artist, as well as a degree in Fine Art, and believe I am the perfect candidate for the position.
2 I am writing to you about last Sunday’s dinner. I would like to apologise for my inappropriate remarks.
3 Hi! I haven’t heard from you for ages. What have you been up v y to recently?
4 I’ve got a worrying problem and I would really appreciate — some advice.
5 I’m writing to you from my summer cottage on the lake. I’d ‘ love it if you could come and spend the weekend with us.
6 I appreciate the invitation to the opening of your art gallery. I am afraid I am unable to attend due to prior commitments.
7 I received your letter concerning the property which you have recently inherited. I believe the best course of action is to contact an estate agent.
8 I was delighted to receive your letter. I would be honoured to attend your dinner party on 28th May.
Endings
A I am enclosing a curriculum vitae together with two references. Please do not hesitate to contact me if you require any further information.
B Please write soon and tell me your news.
C We’d love to see you again. Please call and let us know if you can make it.
D Please accept my sincere apologies for my unseemly behaviour.
E I look forward to seeing you. Please let me know if the dinner party will be formal so that I can dress accordingly.
F Tell me what you think I should do. Write back soon.
G I trust you will accept this advice. I am also inducing the name and address of a real estate office which can help you.
H I am sorry to miss the opportunity to meet the artists, but I hope I can view their work at the gallery soon.
Understanding the rubric
2 Read the rubric. Use the underlined key words to answer questions 1 -7.
RNE You have received an email from your English-speaking pen-friend. Tracy, who writes;
… I’ve put on some extra kilos lately and I’m not happy about it Didn’t you go on a successful diet recently? How much weight did you lose? Can you give me any tips about healthy foods to eat that will help me lose weight? Once I get a bit thinner, I want to go out and buy some new clothes …
Write an email to Tracy. In your email
answer her questions
ask her 3 questions about buying clothes Write 100-140 words
1 What should you write?
2 Who is going to read it?
3 What style should you use?
4 What Information should you Include?
5 How will you address the person you are writing to?
6 How should you begin/end?
7 How should you sign off?
Model analysis
3 Read the email. Decide if statements 1 -8 are T (true) or F (false). Correct the false statements.
1 It has an Informal greeting/sign off.
2 Some pronouns are omitted.
3 It contains examples of the Passive Voice.
4 It contains colloquial expressions.
5 It includes advanced vocabulary.
6 It contains short forms and phrasal verbs.
7 It has a friendly, personal tone.
8 It Is an email asking for advice.
Hi Tracy,
Just got your email and I’d be glad to help. I went on a diet last I autumn and lost 4 kilos. So here are a few things you can do.
First, you’ve got to cut out junk food You can’t carry on eating burgers and chips and expect to lose might! Second, you need to eat at least five portions of fruit and vegetables a day. Cut down on red need, loo. and eat fish and chicken instead Also, drink lots of water then you won’t feel so hungry!
Just think of those new clothes! I do love shopping for clothes, don’t you? What sort of styles do you prefer? Do your friends help you pick out an outfit?
Hope the advice helps. Got to go now. Write back and tell me how it’s going.
Love,
Jennifer
*Цитирирование части задания со ссылкой на учебник производится исключительно в учебных целях для лучшего понимания разбора решения задания.
1
Beginnings — endings:
- 1 — A
- 2 — D
- 3 — B
- 4 — F
- 5 — C
- 6 — H
- 7 — G
- 8 — E
Types of letters:
- 1 — formal letter/email of application
- 2 — formal apology
- 3 — informal letter/email to a friend
- 4 — informal letter/email asking for advice
- 5 — informal invitation
- 6 — formal refusal of an invitation
- 7 — semi-formal letter/email giving advice
- 8 — semi-formal acceptance of an invitation
2
1. An email to Tracy.
2. Tracy, your English-speaking pen-friend.
3. Informal style.
4. Answer Tracy’s questions and ask her 3 questions about buying clothes.
5. Hi Tracy,
6. Begin with a friendly greeting and end with a friendly closing.
7. Love,
3
- T
- T
- F — It does not contain examples of the Passive Voice.
- T
- F — It does not include advanced vocabulary.
- T
- T
- T
Model email:
Hi Tracy,
I’m sorry to hear you’re worried about your weight. I went on a diet last autumn and lost 4 kilos, so I know how you feel. The best advice I can give is to cut out junk food, eat more fruit and vegetables, and drink plenty of water. It also helps to eat smaller portions and avoid fizzy drinks.
When you go shopping for new clothes, what style do you usually choose? Do you prefer bright colours or more classic things? Who do you usually go shopping with?
Hope this helps. Write back soon and tell me how you’re getting on.
Love,
Jennifer
