Understanding Formal and Informal Letters

Which of the following is an example of a formal letter?

• A letter to a friend about your vacation

• A letter to the principal asking for leave

• A letter to your cousin about a birthday party

• A letter to your sibling about your new pet

What is usually included at the beginning of a formal letter?

• A joke

• A date and address

• A drawing

• A smiley face

Which greeting would you use in an informal letter?

• Dear Sir/Madam

• Hi there!

• To whom it may concern

• Respected Principal

What should the tone of a formal letter be like?

• Polite and professional

• Casual and funny

• Excited and informal

• Emotional and dramatic

Where is the sender's address written in a formal letter?

• At the top-left corner

• At the bottom-right corner

• In the middle of the page

• It’s not necessary to include it

What is the purpose of an informal letter?

• To complain about a service

• To share news or feelings with someone you know

• To apply for a job

• To ask for permission

How should you end a formal letter?

• Love, [Your Name]

• Yours sincerely, [Your Name]

• See you later!

• Bye for now!

Which of the following would NOT be part of an informal letter?

• Asking about your friend’s hobbies

• Talking about your favorite movie

• Using professional language

• Sharing funny stories

What should you do before sending a formal letter?

• Check for spelling and grammar mistakes

• Add drawings to make it pretty

• Use emojis to make it friendly

• Write it on colorful paper

Which of these is an informal closing?

• Yours faithfully

• Best regards

• Take care

• Yours truly