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1、How many different kinds of letter are there?Informal Letter Formal LetterWhat are the differences between an informal letter and a formal letter?Letter format The tone of writing The language usedWhen do we write this kind of letter and who do we write to? write to friends or family members the ton
2、e is very informal sometimes, spoken language can be usedInformal letters can take the form of a quick note to invite a friend to a party, or they may be more expansive in content.Senders address DateSalutation (Dear Mom,)Text(with love,)Subscription SignatureLayout of an Informal LetterOpening:Open
3、ing:How are you doing?Closing:Closing:Take care. / Write soon.Formal LetterWrite to the “outside worldoutside world” example: business world There are different kinds of formal letter.There are different kinds of formal letter.Complaint Letter Make complaints Invitation Letter Invite a guest to give
4、 a talk Letter of Application Apply for a job Thank you Letter Thank you for peoples hard work Layout of a Formal LetterSenders address DateReceivers Name Receivers Title Companys Name Companys AddressSalutationTextSubscription Signature Printed Name and TitleOpening sentence:Im writing to.Closing s
5、entence:Im looking forward to hearing/seeing from you.Dear Mr. Chan, Yours sincerely,Dear Sir/Madam, Yours faithfully,Central BankPart-time Bank Clerk Required by a large bank in Central S.3 or above Knowledge of computer such as, Word, Excel Fluent in English & Chinese Experience not necessaryInter
6、ested parties, please send a letter of application and resume to Central Bank, 25 Queens Road, Hong KongExample:Reason for writingReason for writingExpress yourself clearly and concisely.*When you want to apply for a job, many companies ask for a letter of application.* A letter of application gives
7、 more insight into the applicant and enables the company to reject many applicants before the interview stage. It is therefore important to express yourself clearly and make the most of this opportunity to impress a prospective employer.Flat A, 8/F. Block 7 Sunrise Gardens 198 Nathan Road Kowloon 1s
8、t June 2010 The Personnel Officer Central Bank 25 Queens Road Hong KongDear Sir/Madam12345BENAHApplication for the post of Part-time Bank ClerkI am writing to apply for the post of Part-time Clerk, which was advertised in the South China Morning Post on 30th May.I am a student at St Annes School and
9、 will complete my Form 3 studies in July this year. I am taking seven subjects at school and I came first in Computer Studies last year. 678MJFIn school, I have a lot of interests. I take part in many extra-curricular activities. I am the Secretary of the Computer Club and a member of the Tennis Clu
10、b. I also helped in organising an Inter-class Mathematics Competition last year.I wish to work in a bank as I enjoy meeting people and I am very interested in banking. I hope to continue my studies while working. I understand your bank encourages employees to go in courses, and this is one reason wh
11、y I decided to apply for this post.910GKYours faithfullyDoris NgDoris NgIf you are interested in my application, I should be glad to attend an interview at any time which is convenient for you.11141312CDLIHong Kong PostPART TIME JUNIOR CLERKPART TIME JUNIOR CLERK Required by a large trading firm in
12、TST S3 or above Knowledge of shorthand & typing Fluent in English & Chinese Experience not essentialInterested parties, please call Miss Chan On 2278 7878 for an interview.In your letter, you could express your interest by referring to the nature of the job and career prospects. You might write that you are interested in trading, or that you want to be given a chance to improve your secretarial skills. Show that you are interested and enthusiastic.Make sure you have the right layout of the Letter of Application. Tell more about yourself clearly in the letter.
