Writing Formal Letters or Summaries Flashcards

Does the letter fulfill the task requirements?

Answer: Yes, it requests vacation leave and provides details about the time off.

The letter fulfills the task requirements by clearly requesting vacation leave and providing specific details about the desired time off. It includes essential information such as the start and end dates of the vacation, allowing the recipient to process the request efficiently. This clarity ensures the request is actionable.

Does the letter effectively address the complaint?

Answer: Yes, it provides specific details about the defective product and requests a resolution.

The letter effectively addresses the complaint by providing specific details about the defective product and clearly requesting a resolution. It identifies the product, describes the nature of the defect, and states what action the customer expects, such as a repair, replacement, or refund. This specificity is crucial for resolving the issue.

Does the summary meet the word limit and accurately reflect the main points of the article?

Answer: Yes, it is within the word limit and summarizes the key points.

The summary meets the word limit and accurately reflects the main points of the article. It condenses the essential information from the original text into a shorter form, capturing the core message without exceeding the specified length. This demonstrates effective comprehension and summarization skills.

Does the letter appropriately request the necessary information?

Answer: Yes, it asks for specific details about the ESL program.

The letter appropriately requests the necessary information by asking for specific details about the ESL program. It clearly outlines the questions or types of information the sender needs, such as course schedules, fees, or enrollment procedures. This targeted inquiry ensures all relevant information is sought.

Does the summary cover the main points of the original paragraph?

Answer: Yes, it highlights the causes, effects, and solutions to global warming.

The summary effectively covers the main points of the original paragraph by highlighting the causes, effects, and solutions related to global warming. It condenses these three critical aspects, providing a comprehensive yet concise overview of the topic. This demonstrates a thorough understanding of the source material.

Does the letter effectively address the purpose of the inquiry?

Answer: Yes, it clearly asks about room availability, pricing, and amenities.

The letter effectively addresses the purpose of the inquiry by clearly asking about room availability, pricing, and amenities. It covers all the essential information a potential guest would need to make a booking decision. This comprehensive approach ensures all key questions are answered.