2LV Formal Letter writing

Write a letter to the Martian President telling him/ her what your life as a student is like in Singapore.

Write about one positive aspect and one negative aspect about your life as a student in Singapore.


How to write a formal letter:

Format:


123, Bishan St 22          
#14-10
Singapore (123123)

19 February 2014

123, Martian St 23
Mars (123456)

Dear sir,

First paragraph (Introduce yourself. Purpose for writing.)


Last paragraph (Thanking, expectations, summary-restating of points briefly)

Yours Faithfully,
Ambrose



How to write in a formal tone:

• Straightforward - Get to the point.
• Serious - not too friendly, no contractions. (no exclamation mark)
• Support your opinions with facts.