What is a letter?
Basically, it is a message from one person to another, from one organization to another or
from an individual to an organization. It can either be hand-written,
typed, or printed.
To some extent, it has some advantages over the other
modes of communication:
·
The letter can reach anyone, anywhere, whether or
not they have phones, computers or any other sophisticated or expensive
gargets. Truthfully speaking, not everyone can afford to own a computer or
access one, so it is impossible for such ones to receive e-mails and the like.
However, as long as you have a home, you can be sure that a letter will reach
you.
· In instances
where hard copy is preferable to soft copy, the letter is most useful. For
example, you may need to send invoices, receipts, bank drafts, checks,
certificates, resumes, application forms etc. to someone or to an organization.
In such situations, soft copies will
simply be impractical.
·
When corresponding to companies or other
businesses, hand written letters are often seen as an indication of someone’s
seriousness or commitment. Since letter-writing requires some effort, the one
who does so is seen to be a highly interested party.
·
There is some kind of formality that seems more
innate in the letter than any other mode of communication. Therefore, more
often than not, business people send letters, especially to those whom they
have never met before.
Internet Resource link:
http://www.writing-lovers.com/letter-writing.htmlAfter this brief introduction on what is a letter I invite you to go through the rest of the blog to know a little bit more about which are the main parts of an informal letter as to suggestions of informal expressions you can include while writing one.
As a hands on activity you will need to do two different informal letters. Follow the suggestions given and pay close attention to the model of the rubric included and their due dates.
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