Mastering Email Etiquette for Students

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What is the appropriate way to start an email to a teacher?

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Hello Mr./Ms./Dr. [Last Name]

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Which of the following is an example of a clear purpose in an email? I have a question., I'm confused., I’m writing to ask about this week’s reading assignment., Can you help me?

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I’m writing to ask about this week’s reading assignment.

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What should you avoid using in a professional email to a teacher?

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Slang and emoticons

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How should you phrase a request in an email to a teacher? Options: Thank you for accommodating me., Could I please have an extension?, Bruh I need an extension or I'm gonna crash out., You'll give me an extension, right?

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Could I please have an extension?

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What is a respectful way to close an email to a teacher?

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Thank you,

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Which of the following should be avoided in the subject line of an email? Meeting Request, Question about Homework, College Recommendation Letter, yo metcalf

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yo metcalf

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What is the benefit of stating the purpose of your email at the beginning?

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It helps the teacher understand your request quickly.

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Which of the following is an example of assumptive language? Could you please help me with this?, Thank you for accommodating me., I would appreciate your help., Could I have some assistance?

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Thank you for accommodating me.

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What is the main reason to avoid using slang in emails to teachers?

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It can be seen as disrespectful.

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Which of the following is a polite way to ask for a meeting with a teacher?
Options:
- We need to talk.
- I'm assuming you can stay after school to meet with me?
- Could we meet during SWAP tomorrow or Thursday?
- Meet me after class.

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Could we meet during SWAP tomorrow or Thursday?