Task 5
Now that you know how to start and finish an informal letter read the letter that
follows. The letter contains some serious mistakes. Work with your partner. Can
you find and correct these mistakes? If you need help you can refer to the two
previous letters as well as the instructions in Task 2.
John Green
Park lane, 13
London
2 July 2003-08-25
Costas
How are you? I’m writing to tell you that I’ve managed to get a week’s leave
from work and I’m planning to visit you. I’ve heard that there are some very
interesting mountains suitable for climbing. Could you make an enquiry and tell
me what things to bring with me? Best Wishes. John
Now re-write the letter correctly. Why do you think it is so important for a letter
to follow a certain layout and organization? How does this help the reader?
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