Letters

1. What is the key structural difference between the 'semi-block' and 'full-block' letter formats as described in the chapter?

• A) The semi-block style is for informal letters, and the full-block style is for formal letters.
• B) The placement and alignment of certain parts of the letter, like the writer's address and signature.
• C) The semi-block style requires a subject line, while the full-block style does not.
• D) The full-block style uses more paragraphs than the semi-block style.

2. Which of the following is a characteristic feature of informal writing and speaking?

• A) An objective, detached style
• B) The use of contractions like 'I'm'
• C) The avoidance of phrasal verbs
• D) A strict, unvarying structure

3. Based on the text, what is the primary factor that influences the degree of informality in personal letters?

• A) The length of the letter
• B) The age of the writer
• C) The relationship between the writer and the recipient
• D) The time of year the letter is written

4. Why is the letter from a son to his father requesting money described as 'semi-formal'?

• A) Because it is written in the full-block style.
• B) Because it is very short and to the point.
• C) Because it is a business transaction within a family.
• D) Because it maintains a respectful tone, avoiding slang and highly emotional words, despite being personal.

5. What defines the 'full-block style' of a formal letter?

• A) The writer's address is on the right and the recipient's is on the left.
• B) All parts of the letter are centered on the page.
• C) All parts of the letter are left aligned.
• D) The body is indented and the signature is on the right.

6. The text provides examples of changing informal expressions to formal ones. Based on this principle, how would the informal phrase 'a bunch of kids' likely be rephrased in a formal context?

• A) a mob of youngsters
• B) a gang of children
• C) a group of children
• D) those little guys

7. According to the text, what kind of style is used in formal writing?

• A) A conversational and emotional style
• B) A style rich with slang and idioms
• C) An objective, detached style
• D) A repetitive and exclamatory style