Friendly Letters

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What is a friendly letter?

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A friendly letter is a personal letter written to someone you know, like a friend or family member.

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What is the purpose of a greeting in a letter?

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The greeting is used to address the person you are writing to, showing that you are speaking directly to them.

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What is the correct punctuation for a greeting?

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The greeting should end with a comma, for example, 'Dear Jamie,'.

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What is the body of a letter?

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The body is the main part of the letter where you write your message or conversation.

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What is a closing in a letter?

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A closing is a polite way to end your letter, such as 'Your friend,' or 'Sincerely,'.

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What is a signature in a letter?

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A signature is your name written at the end of the letter to show who wrote it.

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What is a heading in a letter?

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The heading includes the date and your address at the top of the letter.

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What is the difference between a greeting and a closing?

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A greeting starts the letter and addresses the reader, while a closing ends the letter politely.

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Can you give an example of a friendly letter closing?

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Examples of friendly letter closings include 'Love,' 'Best wishes,' and 'Yours truly,'.

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What should you include in the body of a friendly letter?

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You should include your thoughts, feelings, and any news you want to share with the person.