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  Letter–writing is a form of written communication. Letters are of two types: formal and informal. Formal letters include business letters, letter of complaints, letter to government officials, etc., Informal letters include letters to friends, relatives, acquaintances, etc. Formal/Official Letters Formal or official letters are written to: Editors of newspapers Heads of different Depts; Directors Principals/Managers Subject Matter: Complaints Reactions/Response to certain events/Speeches/Placing order for new items Language: Formal, assertive Format: Self Address (Sender’s address) Receiver’s Address Date Salutation (Sir/Madam) Subject: Reg………. Content Refer to previous communication or source of news or information Status (position/issue) Analysis and reasons Suggestion/Action required Closing: Thanks Yours sincerely/truly Signature Full rank/name, if any Inquiry Letter Writing Tips Some useful language expressions We are interested in … and would like you to… Would you please tell

  Factual passages:  convey information in a straightforward and direct manner about a particular subject. Usually, the language and style are simple and clear. Factual passages may give instructions or descriptions or report of an event or a new finding. Steps To Attempt Reading Comprehension The following steps have to be attempt while reading comprehension Read each and every line in the Passage carefully. Reading the Passage twice is always favourable as it helps in better understanding and makes it easier for a student to find answers. If the title of the Passage is given, read it first as it gives the central insight of the Passage. Underline all the difficult words while reading the Passage, as you might be tested on these words in the vocabulary Questions. Always give emphasis on the beginning and end of the Passages. These paragraphs often hold the most important information of the Passage. While answering be sure that you’ve clearly understood the question. The answer must be