Formal Letter (Leaving Cert German): Quizzes
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What is the key characteristic distinguishing formal from informal letters?
What is the key characteristic distinguishing formal from informal letters?
Consistently polite & respectful tone
Which pronoun form must be used consistently throughout a formal letter?
Which pronoun form must be used consistently throughout a formal letter?
Sie (formal)
Where should you clearly state your purpose in a formal letter?
Where should you clearly state your purpose in a formal letter?
Within the first sentence
How should paragraphs be organized in a formal letter?
How should paragraphs be organized in a formal letter?
Each paragraph covers one main point
How do you formally greet a woman in a formal letter?
How do you formally greet a woman in a formal letter?
Sehr geehrte Frau...
What closing phrase should you use in a formal letter?
What closing phrase should you use in a formal letter?
Mit freundlichen Grüßen
How do you say 'I am applying for...' in a formal letter?
How do you say 'I am applying for...' in a formal letter?
Ich bewerbe mich um...
What should you avoid using in formal letters?
What should you avoid using in formal letters?
Contractions
What capitalisation rule is crucial in formal letters?
What capitalisation rule is crucial in formal letters?
All nouns must be capitalised
What should you mention when applying for positions?
What should you mention when applying for positions?
Experience, skills & availability
What is a common register error students make?
What is a common register error students make?
Mixing formal and informal language
How do you say 'I would like to enquire...' formally?
How do you say 'I would like to enquire...' formally?
Ich möchte mich erkundigen...