Parts of a Letter of Complaint
Tone & Language
Common Mistakes
Format & Structure
Sample Situations
100

  The first part of a letter of complaint

The sender’s address.

100

The tone should be used in a letter of complaint

The tone should be polite and formal, even though the issue is a complaint.

100

True or False: A letter of complaint should never include any emotional language.


True.

100

 In what order should the parts of a letter of complaint be arranged?

  • Answer: Sender’s address, recipient’s address, greeting, introduction, body, closing, signature.

 Sender’s address, recipient’s address, greeting, introduction, body, closing, signature.

100

You bought a defective phone. What could be the reason for writing a letter of complaint?


To request a refund or replacement of the defective phone

200

 The part of the letter comes after the greeting or salutation

he introduction or opening paragraph, where the problem is briefly introduced.

200

True or False: It’s okay to use angry or offensive language in a letter of complaint.

False. The language should remain respectful.

200

Which of these is a common mistake in a letter of complaint?

  • A) Clearly stating the problem
  • B) Being vague about the issue
  • C) Requesting a solution
  • B) Being vague about the issue
200

How  you address a person in a letter of complaint if you don’t know his /her name


  • "Dear Sir/Madam" 
200

You received incorrect food in your restaurant delivery. What is the purpose of writing a letter of complaint?

 

To request a replacement of the correct order or a refund.

300

The part of the letter details the issue or complaint

The body of the letter.

300

A phrase can you use to politely express your dissatisfaction in a letter of complaint

"I am writing to express my concern..."

300

True or False: You should always include personal insults or blame in a letter of complaint.


  • Answer: False.
300

What  the body of a letter of complaint includes


A clear description of the issue, any relevant details, and how it has affected you.

300

A hotel didn’t provide the room service you requested. What would you ask for in your letter of complaint?


An apology, a refund, or compensation for the inconvenience.

400

The final section of a letter of complaint that includes a call for action or resolution

The closing paragraph.

400

Which of these phrases is appropriate for a letter of complaint?

  • A) “I’m very upset.”
  • B) “I was disappointed with the service.”
  • C) “This is ridiculous.”
  • B) “I was disappointed with the service.”
400

One common mistake when concluding a letter of complaint?


Not offering a solution or request for action.

400

 The proper format for the date in a letter of complaint?


Date should be written after the sender's address.

400

You ordered a product online, and it was damaged upon arrival. What should you include in your letter of complaint?


 A description of the damage, the order details, and what action you would like to be taken (e.g., replacement, refund).

500

The formal way to sign off in a letter of complaint

"Yours sincerely"  or "Yours faithfully" .

500

The purpose of using formal language in a complaint letter


  • To maintain professionalism and ensure that the issue is taken seriously.
500

 The effect of a letter of complaint that is poorly structured?


  • The complaint may not be taken seriously and the issue may not be addressed.
500

The correct order of the parts of a letter of complaint?
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The correct order is: Sender's address, recipient's address, greeting, introduction, body, closing, signature

500

A bus company repeatedly arrived late, affecting your schedule. What might you ask for in your complaint?


  • An apology, a solution for better service in the future, or compensation for the inconvenience.