Formal letter lesson

• Engels
• Middelbare school
• vwo
• Leerjaar 2

Cultural differences in writing.

Goal: At the end of this class you will be able to write a formal letter.

Write down some typical Dutch behaviour.

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According to the people in this video the biggest difference between the Dutch and people from abroad is?

Which one do you think someone abroad would use to write a letter to their teacher?

Hi mister/misses,

Dear sir/madam,

Good day mister/misses,

What's up sir/mis,

Which one of these would you use when writing a letter to your teacher.

Hi mister/misses,

Dear sir/madam,

Good day mister/misses,

What's up sir/mis,

What is the best option?(Multiple answers possible)

1. I expect a quick response.
2. I hope to hear from you soon.
3. I hope to hear from you at your earliest convenience.
4. I would highly appreciate to hear from you soon.

What is the best option?(Multiple answers possible)

1. I want
2. I would like
3. I need
4. I require

How do I end a formal letter?

1. Kind regards,
2. Yours faithfully,
3. Yours sincerely,
4. Greetings from,