Comentario [n1]: Have a look at

this box. You´ll find general

instructions to write a formal
IMPORTANT
email (covering emails are always
formal).
Comentario [n2]: This box will
help you organize your email
including the necessary
information and the right patterns.
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Comentario [n3]: Remember you

have to stick to formal style in
these letters/emails so here you
are some useful phrases and
vocabulary.

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Ex. 3

Para 1: opening remarks/reason(s) for writing

Para 2: age/present job/qualifications

Para 3: experience

Para 4: Personal qualities

Para 5: closing remarks

Ex. 4

I am interested in applying for…

I completed my certificate in Education…

I have been working for…

I consider myself punctual…

I enjoy working with children…

I enclose a reference from my present employer

I would be grateful if you would consider my application

I am available for interview…

I look forward to hearing from you

Ex. 5

2 am attending 4 joined 6 awarded

3 studied 5 am a member

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Ex. 6a

Para 2: age/qualifications
Para 3: experience/personal qualities
Para 4: other information
Para 5: closing remarks
Ex. 6b

- The letter with an appropriate greeting and ending is A.

- I am writing to apply for the position of part-time shop assistant which was
advertised…

I passed the examination for First Certificate in English with grade A.

Despite my lack of formal work experience, I feel that would be well-suited for the
position.

In my school report I was described by the librarian as enthusiastic, dedicated and

reliable.

I will have no other commitments…

I may be contacted…

I look forward to receiving a reply in due course.

- Letter A has a more suitable style as it is more formal.

Ex. 6c

Steffi applied for the position advertised in A.

Ex. 7

1B 4B 7A 10 A

2A 5A 8A

3B 6B 9B