Parts of an Essay 1
It is the first line of an email, such as "Dear [Name]," "Hey [Name]," or "Hi [Name]," that sets the tone and creates a first impression.
Opening Greeting or salutation
Look at the informal writing task that your teacher will show you. Read it carefully and analyse what the audience is
a friend
What does an informal letter mean?
a personal, casual message written to friends, family members, or close acquaintances
Identify which part of an informal email is the statement: "I got your message, but I forgot to answer it until now. Sorry! Hope you'll forgive me this time."
Introduction
The introduction can be just one short sentence. True or False?
True
Identify which part of an informal email is the statement:
"Well, I've been pretty busy with studying and homework as usual, but we also had a careers talk with some paramedics at school. It sounded really exciting and interesting! I'm actually starting to wonder if I still want to become an accountant. The paramedics are having an open day next week, and I'm probably going to go along to find out more."
Body
Look at the informal writing task that your teacher will show you. Read it carefully and analyse why you are writing
to explain what they saw the paramedics doing
Look at the three paragraphs your teacher will show you. What did the paramedics play?
a video of some real situations
The main message or content of the email, following the greeting and introduction, conveys information, news, or requests in a casual and relaxed tone suitable for friends or family.
Body
The first sentence in the body of your email should be a transition sentence. True or False?
True
Which of the following greetings would be suitable in an informal writing? (Give 5 answers)
Dear Dr. Evans; To whom it may concern; Dear Giannis; Dear Hiring Manager; Dear Mum and Dad; Dear Uncle Alvaro; Dear Education Department; Dear Elizabeth; Hi there
Dear Giannis; Dear Mum and Dad; Dear Uncle Alvaro; Dear Elizabeth; Hi there
With the same writing task, what one thing should you write in the email? (Give one (1)
explain why the paramedics came to school; describe what the paramedics showed you; say how you feel about becoming a paramedic
Look at the three paragraphs your teacher will show you. What is the best order for the information? Why?
A, B, C.
C, A, B
Identify which part of an informal email is the statement: "Bye."
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other examples:
When writing your introduction, sometimes you can apologise for not writing or replying to someone else's email.
(Choose the best introductory phrase to use in the situation, then complete it with your own ideas.)
i. It was really lovely to get your...
ii. Thanks very much for your email, and I hope...
iii. I'm sorry I haven't emailed you for so long but...
I'm sorry I haven't emailed you for so long but...
Identify which part of an informal email is the statement: "Hello cousin, how's things?"
Opening Greeting
Look at the informal writing task that your teacher will show you. Read it carefully and analyse what the context is.
school careers talk
Look at the three paragraphs your teacher will show you. Why did the paramedics come to your school?
to make us more aware of what they do
What do you call the sentence that links the introduction to the body?
Transition sentence
Examples
Which of the following is an example of a transition sentence in the body of your email? Complete the introductory phrase with your own idea.
i. So that's all for now...
ii. I'm just emailing to let you know that...
iii. I got your message but...
ii. I'm just emailing to let you know that...
Identify which part of an informal email is the statement: "Anyway, I was thinking that you'd like to know what I've been up to at school."
Transition Sentence
In IGCSE writing task you will be assessed based on two things:
1. _________________
2. _________________
Content & Language
The main reason the paramedics visited us was to make us more aware of what they do. During the talk we were given lots of leaflets which I think you'll be interested in.
Which task is fulfilled in this paragraph?
a. explain why the paramedics came to your school
b. describe what the paramedics showed you
c. say how you feel about becoming a paramedic.
a. explain why the paramedics came to your school
It is a closing for an email to someone you know well, using phrases like Cheers, Talk soon, Take care, All the best, Best, or Have a great day. The goal is to maintain a friendly and conversational tone rather than a strictly formal one.
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An informal email, follows a certain format. Mention at least four.
Opening Greeting
Introduction
Transition Sentence
Body
Conclusion
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