English Language Writing Skills

By Danso Kwasi Nti Samuel (DAS). Study the complete course source, examine every model and practise alongside Professor Jarvis.

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For tables, matching columns, IPA and original formatting, open the course PDF above.

Example

So, Kofi, you see, what uncle Adumatta did to me! He refused to pay my fees. I am now a

dropout.

The main body

The body must be presented in well-organised paragraphs. So knowledge in writing skills is

needed here. Also, create a conversation platform by involving the reader through the

mention of the name of the person to whom you are writing the letter. You can use questions

that demand no answer too (rhetorical question).

Conclusion of an informal letter

For us to spend more time on the introduction of informal letters, we have to shift some of

the family issues to the conclusion.

Steps

   1. Bring ends greetings

   2. Family gossip

   3. End with goodbye.

Illustrative example

I will end here with many greetings to your family. Ooh, it slips my mind. Uncle Atta has

been rounded up by the police for stealing Auntie Akua’s goat. What a disgrace to the family!

Also, your friend Atoyo is now mad for smoking wee. I hope you can help cure him. I will

hear from you soon.