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Writing Skills: Letter Writing — Revision Notes

CBSE · Class 11 · English

Writing Skills: Letter Writing revision notes for CBSE Class 11 English: 4 topics in quick points. Part of the CBSE Class 11 English syllabus.

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Key Topics to Revise

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1. Meaning and Types of Letters

  • Letters are of two types: formal and informal.
  • Formal letters are written to convey official business and information.
  • Informal letters are personal letters used to communicate with friends and family.
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2. Parts and Format of a Formal Letter

  • A formal letter has a clear structure and a fixed arrangement.
  • Companies often use printed letterheads bearing the company name, and sometimes the sender's name and designation.
  • The main parts are: sender's name and address, addressee's name and address, date, salutation, subject line, content, complimentary close, and signature.
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3. Salutations and Complimentary Closes

  • To address a total stranger, use 'Dear Sir/Madam'.
  • To address someone in a formal relationship without personal acquaintance, use 'Dear Mr/Ms/Dr/Professor + Surname'.
  • To address a person known personally in a semi-formal relationship, use the first name, such as 'Dear Sujata'.
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4. Informal Letters

  • Informal letters include personal letters.
  • If it is a personal letter, the format is flexible.
  • For an informal letter, one may just write the city name followed by the date at the top.

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Key Concepts

LetterLetters are of two typesFormal letters are written to publicA formal letter may begin byA formal letter includes the sender’s

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the important topics in Writing Skills: Letter Writing for CBSE Class 11 English?
Key topics in Writing Skills: Letter Writing include Meaning and Types of Letters, Parts and Format of a Formal Letter, Salutations and Complimentary Closes, Informal Letters. Study these first, then practise questions on each for Class 11 exams.
How should I revise Writing Skills: Letter Writing for Class 11 exams?
Learn the core ideas first, then work through the 55 practice questions on Writing Skills: Letter Writing. Revise definitions regularly and use flashcards for quick recall before the exam.

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