Writing Informal Letter

Writing Informal Letter
INFORMAL LETTER TO ADVICE Exercise 2
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Your younger brother has just enrolled into a residential school. He is facing some problems. Write a letter to your brother, giving him some advice on how he can overcome some of his problems. Use the points given below in your letter.
organise your time choose friends carefully - have an open mind concentrate on studies make use of the facilities available follow school rules
Expressions used: as fit as a fiddle in good health time is gold bad hats troublemakers state-of-the-art modern a healthy mind creates a healthy body pen off stop writing
Prepared by: Teacher Nuha, SAMBBST, Selangor. This material can be viewed @ http://teachernuha.blogspot.com/
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Underline the correct answer. Then, REWRITE the letter.
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________________, ________________, ________________. 16 January 2011 Dearest ______________, I hope you [1- is, are, was, were] as fit as a fiddle and not too homesick. All of us are fine back home although we [2- miss, misses, missed, are missing] having you around. I especially miss you as I no longer have anyone to [3- play, plays, played, playing] badminton with. In your last letter, you [4- tell, tells, told, are telling] me that youre having some difficulties in your new school. As you may already know, life in residential school [5- is, are, was, were] very different from home. It is more difficult and you may [6- face, faces, faced, facing] many problems. addition, Since, However, Next], dont fret too much because all these problems can be overcome. First, make sure that you organise your time [8- foolishly, slowly, wisely, quickly] because time is gold. Divide your time for doing homework, studying, [9- wash, washes, washed, washing] clothes and so on. I suggest that you have [10- a, an, the] timetable. So, you may find [11- it, its, its] easier to finish all that you have to do and still have some free time for yourself. Next, please do be careful [12- on, in, at, of] your choice of friends. There [13- is, are, was, were] bound to be some bad hats around. So, make sure that youre not [14- influence, influences, influenced, influencing] by the wrong set of friends. Stay away from any unhealthy [15- activity, activities] such as smoking or drug abuse. These [16- habit, habits] will only lead to disaster and jeopardize your studies. You will [17- meet, meets, met, meeting] friends from various cultures and backgrounds. So, please keep time, dont forget all that you have [20- learn, learns, learnt, learning] at home.
[7- In
[18- a,
an, the] open mind. Dont [19- belittle, belittles, belittled] anyone elses beliefs or traditions. At the same
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The main reason you were sent there [21- is, are, was, were] to help you get better results and hopefully a scholarship. [22- However, Besides, Therefore, In addition], concentrate on your studies and do well in your examinations. This is your best chance to [23- achieve, achieves, achieved, achieving] your ambitions. Dont be shy to consult your teachers if you [24- has, have, had, are having] any problems with any subjects. Youre advisable to study in group so that it will be much easier to have discussions. SM Sains Muzaffar Syah is distinguished for [25- it, its, its] state-of-the-art facilities. For that reason, make full use of them. Study in the library whenever you can because [26- it, its, its] comfortable and more conducive. There [27- is, are, was, were] many reference books you can look at. Your school is also [27equip, equips, equipped, equipping] with the latest computers. So, you can [28- use, uses, used, using] the internet conveniently not only to carry out school tasks or projects but also to [29- gain, gains, gained, gaining] as much knowledge as possible. Besides, play games now and then. I know your school [30- has, have, had, is having] tennis and badminton courts. Perhaps you should [31- take up, takes up, took up, taking up] one of these games. [32- Play, Plays, Played, Playing] games is not only a form of exercise but it is also a way for you to relax. Plus, a healthy body [33- create, creates, created, is creating] a healthy mind. Last but not least, you should [34- follow, follows, followed, following] the school rules. Never break any rules. The rules may [35- seem, seems, seemed, seeming] tiresome but they instill self-discipline and are good for character building. If you [36- break, breaks, broke, are breaking] the school rules, you may be suspended or expelled. We would be [37- disappoint, disappoints, disappointed, disappointing] if such a thing were to happen. I hope my advice will [38- help, helps, helped, helping] you to solve your problems. Please write whenever you [39- has, have, had, are having] time. We are all anxious about you and eagerly wait for [40your, yours, youre] letter. I will pen off here. Take care and goodbye! Your loving brother, _______________
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Answer
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5, Jalan Parameswara, 77000 Jasin, Melaka. 16 January 2011 Dearest ______________, I hope you 1) are as fit as a fiddle and not too homesick. All of us are fine back home although we 2) miss having you around. I especially miss you as I no longer have anyone to 3) play badminton with. In your last letter, you 4) told me that youre having some difficulties in your new school. As you may already know, life in residential school 5) is very different from home. It is more difficult and you may 6) face many problems. 7) However, dont fret too much because all these problems can be overcome. First, make sure that you organise your time 8) wisely because time is gold. Divide your time for doing homework, studying, 9) washing clothes and so on. I suggest that you have 10) a timetable. So, you may find 11) it easier to finish all that you have to do and still have some free time for yourself. Next, please do be careful 12) in your choice of friends. There 13) are bound to be some bad hats around. So, make sure that youre not 14) influenced by the wrong set of friends. Stay away from any unhealthy 15) activities such as smoking or drug abuse. These 16) habits will only lead to disaster and jeopardize your studies. You will 17) meet friends from various cultures and backgrounds. So, please keep 18) an open mind. Dont 19) belittle anyone elses beliefs or traditions. At the same time, dont forget all that you have 20) learnt at home. The main reason you were sent there 21) is to help you get better results and hopefully a scholarship. 22) Therefore, concentrate on your studies and do well in your examinations. This is your best chance to
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subjects. Youre advisable to study in group so that it will be much easier to have discussions.
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23) achieve your ambitions. Dont be shy to consult your teachers if you 24) have any problems with any
SM Sains Muzaffar Syah is distinguished for 25) its state-of-the-art facilities. For that reason, make full use of them. Study in the library whenever you can because 26) its comfortable and more conducive. There 27) are many reference books you can look at. Your school is also 27) equipped with the latest computers. So, you can 28) use the internet conveniently not only to carry out school tasks or projects but also to 29) gain as much knowledge as possible. Besides, play games now and then. I know your school 30) has tennis and badminton courts. Perhaps you should 31) take up one of these games. 32) Playing games is not only a form of exercise but it is also a way for you to relax. Plus, a healthy body 33) creates a healthy mind. Last but not least, you should 34) follow the school rules. Never break any rules. The rules may 35) seem tiresome but they instill self-discipline and are good for character building. If you 36) break the school rules, you may be suspended or expelled. We would be 37) disappointed if such a thing were to happen. I hope my advice will 38) help you to solve your problems. Please write whenever you 39) have time. We are all anxious about you and eagerly wait for 40) your letter. I will pen off here. Take care and goodbye! Your loving brother, Lutfi
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day, September 30, 2012
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Informal Letter - Invitation to Kota Tinggi Waterfalls
The name of the sender has been changed. From: *** <***> To: "nuhazyun@yahoo.com" <nuhazyun@yahoo.com> Sent: Wednesday, September 26, 2012 8:56 PM Subject: Hi , teacher .Please check my essay . Thank yoou C874, BA1/4,
48100 Batu Arang, Selangor.
26 May 2012 Dear Uncle Sam, How are you? I hope you are in the pink of health. My family and I are fine over here. I am sorry because I didnt reply your letter earlier. As the exam is just around the corner, I was very busy as a bee preparing for my exam. Dont worry uncle , I achieved my target and passed the exam with flying colours. My strenuous effort finally pays off and Im elated over here. Dear my beloved uncle, its been ages since we went out together. So my family and I have a big plan for us to spend these holidays together. I really want uncle, Aunt Rose , Daniel, Eve, and Lana to join us this fun. Besides , we must seize this golden opportunity to relax our mind and soul after tiring weekdays. I am pretty sure that Rose, Daniel, and Lana will be ebullient to join us ! After scouring the newspapers for the best holiday destination and a few clicks for information in the Internet , we chose Kota Tinggi Waterfalls. For your information, Kota Tinggi Waterfalls is far from the hustle and bustle of the city. I saw the images of the waterfall and it really makes my jaw drop. The waterfall is a shady and cool place. If we
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green forest.
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go there, we will be caressed by cold breeze which will make you feel fresh. This serene waterfall is framed by lush We will feel very calm as it is a peaceful and blissful tropical wonderland. The sounds of birds chirping happily and the sounds of crickets will make you fall in love with the beauty of nature. Unlike the angry birds making noise in the city. Moreover, this heavenly waterfall is just 20km from the bustling Johor Bahru town .The mini markets are located just a stones throw away from the waterfall. The mini markets sell a variety of souvenirs , so we can buy some as a rememberance of this outing. In addition, the Kota Tinggi Waterfalls do not compromise visitors on the facilities and comfort although it is in the middle of the jungle. Lana and Daniel will be excited as there is a wonderful playground. We do not have to worry about the hygiene there as it is a very clean and serene waterfall. The waterfalls have really hygienic restrooms. We do not have to bear the nasty smell of diapers full of poops thrown everywhere in the toilet like the last time when we went to another waterfall at Terengganu ! Do you still remember? The incident stands out prominently whenever my mind travels to the past and I still laugh my lungs out remembering it. I am very sure that this time it would not be a boring journey. We will be having a lot of enjoyable and challenging activities there. The most exciting activity is to swim in the crystal blue water which sparkles like stars when the sunlight shines on it. In the night, we will have barbecue party and I cant wait for it! For adventurous and challenging activity, we can go jungle trekking at the thick forest nearby. Get ready for the rush of adrenaline and some itchy mosquito bites. The interesting part is if we are stuck in the middle of the jungle, we have to think out of the box to figure the way out. Lets see how good our brain works coping with adversities in the middle of a jungle! Before I pen off this letter, send my regards to all at home. Dont forget to share the pictures and brochures that I have attached to this letter with everyone. I hope you give me good decision! Sincerely, Venice My reply: Hey ***, I've checked your essay. Excellent job!
C874, BA1/4, 48100 Batu Arang, Selangor. 26 May 2012
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Dear Uncle Sam, How are you? I hope you are in the pink of health. My family and I are fine over here.
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I am sorry because I didnt reply your letter earlier. As the exam is just around the corner, I was very busy as a bee preparing for my exam. Dont worry uncle, I achieved my target and passed the exam with flying colours. My strenuous effort finally pays off and Im elated over here. (I dont understand. You said that the exam is just around the corner. That means, you have not sat for the exam yet. How could you know that youve passed with flying colours? Let me rephrase this paragraph) I am sorry because I didnt reply your letter earlier. As the exam is just around the corner, I was very busy as a bee preparing for my exam. Dont worry uncle, I believe that Ill achieved my target and passed the exam with flying colours. Please pray that my strenuous effort will pay finally pays off. If my prayers are answered, and Im going to be elated over here. Dear My beloved uncle, its been ages since we went out together. So, my family and I have a big plan for us to spend these holidays together. I really want uncle, Aunt Rose, Daniel, Eve, and Lana to join us this fun. Its going to be fun. Besides, we must seize this golden opportunity to relax our mind and soul after the tiring weekdays. I am pretty sure that Rose, Daniel, and Lana will be ebullient to join us! After scouring the newspapers for the best holiday destination and a few clicks for information in on the Internet, we chose Kota Tinggi Waterfalls. For your information, Kota Tinggi Waterfalls is far from the hustle and bustle of the city. I saw the images of the waterfall and it really makes made my jaw drop. The waterfall is a shady and cool place. If we go there, we will be caressed by the cold breeze which will make you feel fresh. This serene waterfall is framed by the lush green forest. We will feel very calm as it is a peaceful and blissful tropical wonderland. The sounds of birds chirping happily and the sounds of crickets will make you fall in love with the beauty of nature. Unlike the angry birds making noise in the city. (This sentence doesnt sound right.) Unlike the city, there are many angry birds making noise. Moreover, this heavenly waterfall is just 20km from the bustling Johor Bahru town .The mini markets are located just a stones throw away from the waterfall. The mini markets sell a variety of souvenirs, so we can buy some as a rememberance remembrance of this outing. In addition, the Kota Tinggi Waterfalls do not compromise visitors on the facilities and comfort although it is in the middle of the jungle. Lana and Daniel will be excited as there is a wonderful playground. We do not have to worry about the hygiene there as it is a very clean and the waterfall is serenewaterfall. The waterfalls have has really hygienic restrooms. We do not have to bear the nasty smell of diapers full of poops thrown everywhere in the toilet like the last time when we went to another waterfall at in Terengganu! Do you still remember? The incident stands out prominently whenever my mind travels to the past and I still laugh my lungs out remembering it. I am very sure that this time it would not be a boring journey. We will be having a lot of enjoyable and challenging activities there. The most exciting activity is to swim in the crystal blue water which sparkles like stars when the sunlight shines on it. In the At night, we will have a barbecue party and I cant wait for it! For adventurous
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and challenging activity, we can go jungle trekkingat in the thick forest nearby. Get ready for the rush of adrenaline and some itchy mosquito bites. The interesting part is if we are stuck in the middle of the jungle, we have to think out of the box to figure the way out. Lets see how good our brain works coping with adversities in the middle of a jungle! Before I pen off this letter, send my regards to all at home. Dont forget to share the pictures and brochures that I have attached to this letter with everyone. I hope you give me will come to a good decision! Sincerely, Venice [Marks: A 21] Interesting words/expressions: 1. in the pink 2. just around the corner 3. busy as a bee 4. pass the exam with flying colours 5. strenuous effort 6. elated 7. seize this golden opportunity to relax our mind and soul 8. ebullient 9. scouring 10. the hustle and bustle of the city 11. jaw drop 12. caressed by the cold breeze 13. This serene waterfall is framed by the lush green forest. 14. ..blissful tropical wonderland. 15. The sounds of birds chirping happily 16. this heavenly waterfall is just 20km from the bustling Johor Bahru town 17. a stones throw away 18. remembrance 19. ..do not compromise visitors on the facilities and comfort 20. hygienic 21. to bear the nasty smell 22. The incident stands out prominently whenever my mind travels to the past 23. ..laugh my lungs out remembering it. 24. to swim in the crystal blue water which sparkles like stars when the sunlight shines on it. 25. ..the rush of adrenaline 26. to think out of the box 27. ..coping with adversities in the middle of a jungle References: 1. A S Hornby, Oxford Advanced Learners Dictionary Fifth Edition (1998), Oxford University Press 2. (the use of so) http://grammar.ccc.commnet.edu/grammar/conjunctions.htm#so
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3. (the use of so) http://www.macmillandictionary.com/dictionary/british/so
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4. (internet or Internet)http://grammaranatomy.blogspot.com/2010/07/internet-or-internet-do-we-capitalize.html 5. Picture source: http://content.artofmanliness.com/u
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