Mastering Formal Writing: Elements, Structures, and Tips
Delve into the world of formal writing with a detailed exploration of email structures, language usage, and the distinctions between formal and informal English. Learn about the significance of planning and discover key strategies to enhance your formal communication skills.
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C. Formal writing This is a formal email. When do we use formal English? Speak to your partner.
D. Structure How many paragraphs are there in Maria s e-mail? What s the purpose of each one?
E. Useful Language 1. Look at options 1-12 and choose the best word/phrase. For some of these, more than one answer is possible! 2. How does Maria start and finish the e-mail? Do you know any other ways to begin and end formal e-mails?
F. Formal versus informal English Compare this e-mail to the informal e-mails we focused on in previous lessons. What differences can you notice? For example, we use modal verbs like would in formal e-mails but not in informal ones. Look at Maria s e-mail to help you.
G. Planning Ask each other these questions: Do you make a plan before you write? What are the advantages of this? What should we include in a plan?
