Formal vs. informal
True or false? In formal writing you are allowed to use abbreviations like "can't", "it'll", "don't", etc.
False
True or false: the English word for ik = I is always written with a capital letter.
True
Welke 3 signaalwoorden kun je gebruiken als je iets wilt opsommen? (eerste, ..., etc.)
First, second, third
How do you formally start an email?
Dear Sir/Madam, Dear Sir or Madam, Dear Mr/Mrs/Ms (surname)
What is the formal synonym of "right now"?
Immediately
Create a sentence using a preposition of place.
The teacher will check your answer ;) You must have used either: in, on, under, next to, behind, in front of, between.
Welke 2 signaalwoorden kun je gebruiken om "bijvoorbeeld" uit te drukken?
For example & for instance
How do you formally end an email?
(Yours) sincerely,
leave a blank space (witregel)
*your full name*
What is the formal synonym of "look into"?
Investigate
Correct the bad English: gonna & wanna
going to & want to
What does "moreover" mean in Dutch?
Bovendien
True or false? In your opening paragraph you should explain why you are writing the email/letter. Be clear and to the point.
What is the formal synonym of "give back"?
Return
When do you use then and than?
Then: to indicate time
Than: to compare
Welk signaalwoord gebruik je om "kortom" uit te drukken?
In short
Why do you need to use signal words in your writing?
To give body and structure to your email/letter. Do not write one large paragraph!
What is the formal synonym of "carry on"?
Continue
Name 4 rules of when to use capital letters.
1. At the beginning of a sentence.
2. Names of people or brand names.
3. Geographical names and nationalities.
4. Days of the week and months.
5. Ik = I (always capital letter)
Noem 3 signaalwoorden die "tegenstelling" aangeven.
however, but, besides, (instead)
What does CC and BCC stand for/mean?
CC: carbon copy, this means a copy of the email you are sending will also be sent to that address.
BCC: blind carbon copy, this means a copy of the email you are sending will also be sent to that address, but no one receiving the email will be able to see that address.