Стр.28-29 Рабочая тетрадь Модуль 2 ГДЗ Starlight Баранова 11 класс

Writing semi-formal letters, emails

1. The following extracts (A–F) are beginnings or endings of emails or letters. In each case:

   • identify the type of letter/email (e.g. asking for/giving advice, asking for/giving information, explaining arrangements, expressing thanks, etc.);
   • say whether the letter/email is semi-formal or informal.

   A I realise it is short notice but your presence at the event would be appreciated.

   В Just dropping you a line to say thanks for your help last week at the party.

   С I am writing with regard to the teaching position that was advertised in the weekly town magazine.

   D Should you require any further information about the schedule, please do not hesitate to contact our office.

   E I just had the greatest time trekking through the National Park here in Kenya.

   F Hope this was what you were looking for.

2. Match the opening and closing remarks. What type of letter/email are they from and what style are they written in?

   Opening remarks

   1. I was wondering if you know any good sights in your town that I could visit while I’m there.
   2. I would appreciate it if you would provide me with some further details regarding our itinerary.
   3. I am writing to inform you about some last minute changes that were made in the wedding plans.

   Closing remarks

   • A Once again, I would like to thank you for everything you have done so far and I look forward to hearing from you.
   • В Please feel free to contact us if you have any queries or concerns regarding the latest additions.
   • C Hope we can do some touring together. Write soon.

3. Look at the emails below. One is semi-formal and one is informal. Choose from the pairs of phrases (A–L) to complete each email correctly.

   A this decision/up my mind

   В think that I should/would rather see me

   C for your advice/what you think

   D really fancy signing up/am enthusiastic about enrolling

   E prefer to follow/want to have

   F my choice of/choosing

   G don’t like/disapprove of

   H more respectable/better

   I understand/get

   J am quite confused/’m so lost

   К concern/worry

   L appreciate your advice/love it if you helped me out

   A

   Dear Mr Peters,

   I am writing to ask 1) ______ on 2) ______ a career. The time has come for me to make 3) ______ and I 4) ______. I have longed to be a musician since I was young. My parents 5) ______ the life of a musician and 6) ______ me choose something 7) ______. On the other hand, I 8) ______ in music studies at University. I 9) ______ my parents’ 10) ______, but I 11) ______ a career that is satisfying and fulfills me. I would very much 12) ______.

   Kind regards,
   James Preston

   B

   Dear David,

   Just writing to ask 1) ______ about 2) ______ a job. Time’s up and I have to make 3) ______ but I 4) ______. I have wanted to be a musician since I was young. My parents 5) ______ the life of a musician and 6) ______ something 7) ______. On the other hand, I 8) ______ in music studies at the University. I 9) ______ why they 10) ______ but I 11) ______ a job that I enjoy doing. Please, I’d 12) ______.

   Thanks,
   James

4. Suggest opening and closing remarks for the letters (A–G) below. An example is given. What style (semi-formal, informal, formal) would you use to write each one?

   A Write to your community centre to ask about their summer activities.

   В Thank your friend for his/her advice on a sport you want to take up.

   C Write a letter of application for a position as editor of a weekly woman’s magazine.

   D Inform your schoolmates about the upcoming talent show.

   E Write to your manager and express your regret about having missed a meeting.

   F Write a letter of complaint to a newspaper about an upsetting editorial.

   G Write to an out-of-town colleague and explain the arrangements that have been made for his upcoming visit.

5. Read the extracts from the letters. Replace the words/phrases in bold with more suitable ones from the lists. Identify what style of letter/email each one is.

   List 1: few queries; of acceptance; from; fine institution; student accommodation; pleased to receive; however; would be an honour

   Dear Sir/Madam,

   I was 1) glad to get the letter 2) telling me I was accepted into your college. It 3) would be great to attend your 4) really great school. 5) But, I do have a 6) few questions about 7) finding a place to stay.

   List 2: go; I just wanted to tell; let me know if you’re into it; I had the time of my life; can’t wait to hear from you; love

   1) I am writing to inform you about the new amusement park I went to. 2) It was an exhilarating experience. Maybe we could 3) plan a visit there together. 4) Please inform me if you would be interested. 5) I look forward to your reply. 6) Yours sincerely, Janice

   List 3: when I discovered; were unaccounted for; I am writing; a considerable amount; was appalled; purchased on the 22nd March; attachments

   Dear Sir or Madam,

   1) Just a note to complain about the LCD TV I 2) got from your shop 3) the other day. When I opened the box, I 4) was shocked 5) to find that 6) more than half of the 7) parts 8) were gone.

6. a) Read the letter. Who is it: to? from? What is its purpose? What style should it be written in?

   b) Choose the most appropriate words/phrases to complete the letter.

   1. a apologise for; b say I’m sorry
   2. a letting you down; b failing you
   3. a were aware; b knew
   4. a your departure; b you left
   5. a said; b mentioned
   6. a hire; b fill some positions
   7. a all right by me; b a most welcoming offer
   8. a To compensate; b To make it better
   9. a require; b need
   10. a Yours sincerely; b Yours

   Dear Mr Wilson,

   I’m writing to 1) ______ 2) ______ I know I had promised to water your plants while you were away on holiday, but an opportunity came up that I couldn’t pass on. As you 3) ______ I had been looking for a summer job for quite some time. As luck would have it, I found one the day after 4) ______. My mum’s brother was visiting when he 5) ______ that the amusement park near his town was looking to 6) ______ for the summer. As my uncle lives in the countryside, it meant staying with him all summer, which was 7) ______. I asked my brother to continue the watering for me, but I guess we both found out how unreliable he can be! I understand that some of your plants were destroyed by the heat. 8) ______, I would like to pay for any plants that will 9) ______ to be replaced. Please accept my apology again. 10) ______,