Informal Letter — Chapter Summary
ICSE · Class 9 · English Language - Archer
Summary of Informal Letter for ICSE Class 9 English Language - Archer. Part of the ICSE Class 9 English Language - Archer syllabus.
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Overview
Informal letters are written to family members and friends in a warm, personal style. They are used to share news, feelings, experiences, advice, and encouragement. A clear format, a suitable opening, a polite closing, and the right tone make the letter complete and effective.
Key Concepts
Informal or friendly letters are letters
Informal or friendly letters are letters that are written to family members and friends. The language used in these letters is informal and personal.
There are two acceptable formats
There are two acceptable formats: Box Type Format and Traditional Format. Only one format should be used in a letter.
The sender's address must be written
The sender's address must be written in full. Road and street names should not be abbreviated.
The date is written in date
The date is written in date-month-year format. Acceptable forms include 25th February 20xx, 25th Feb, 20xx, 25.2.20xx, and 25/2/20xx.
The salutation depends on the person
The salutation depends on the person being addressed. Examples include My dear Mother, My dear Father, My dear Grandmother, My dear Ashok, and My dear
Learning Objectives
- Understand what informal letters are and when they are used
- Learn the two acceptable letter formats and avoid mixing them
- Use the correct sender's address, date, salutation, and subscription
- Write the body so that all three parts of the question are answered clearly
- Maintain an informal but polite tone with correct language
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