week 21 writing

• Engels
• Middelbare school
• vwo
• Leerjaar 5

During this lesson

practice, practice, practice

is this a correct sentence?

I have to go to an ATM to get some cash.

1. yes
2. no

is this a correct sentence?

The store hired four new employers.

1. yes
2. no

is this a correct sentence?

We really have to supervision the students.

1. yes
2. no

is this a correct sentence?

The number of sales rocketed after the lockdown.

1. yes
2. no

is this a correct sentence?

The currency of the UK is the pound.

1. yes
2. no

Write a letter of complaint

Situation

You have ordered a pair of jeans, which was delivered both late and in the wrong size. 

You have tried to call the company, but nobody picked up.

Write a letter of complaint to this company.

(You may also think of your own situation if you want)

1. Focus on the most important facts. Don’t give unnecessary/personal background information.

2. Make sure you include:

• the reason for writing (e.g. I am writing to ...)

• what went wrong

• what you would like to happen now.

3. Use passives to be less direct and more formal, e.g. I was served quickly.