Study Notes
Informal letters are personal letters written to people you know, such as friends and family. They should be friendly and relaxed, similar to a conversation. You end informal letters with phrases like 'Best Wishes' or 'Lots of love'.
- Informal Letters — letters written to people you know in a friendly manner. Example: Writing to a friend about your holiday.
- Signature — the way you sign off at the end of a letter. Example: 'Best Wishes, Tom'.
- Address and Date — the sender's address and the date the letter is written. Example: '125 St. Patricks Crescent, Doddermount, Dublin 22. 17-2-06'.
Exam Tips
Key Definitions to Remember
- Informal Letters: Personal letters written in a friendly tone.
- Signature: The closing phrase and name at the end of a letter.
- Address and Date: The sender's address and the date on the letter.
Common Confusions
- Forgetting to use capital letters for names and places.
- Incorrect punctuation in addresses and dates.
Typical Exam Questions
- How do you start an informal letter? With a friendly greeting like 'Dear [Name],'.
- What should you include in the closing of an informal letter? A friendly sign-off like 'Best Wishes' or 'Lots of love'.
- How should addresses be formatted in a letter? With capital letters, commas, and full stops where necessary.
What Examiners Usually Test
- Correct use of capital letters and punctuation.
- Ability to write in a friendly and conversational tone.
- Proper formatting of addresses and dates.