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Class - VII [Writing Skills] Email Writing

Introduction to Email Writing

Email writing is a crucial skill that allows you to communicate effectively in both formal and informal contexts. It is widely used for personal and professional communication. A well-written email should be clear, polite, and structured, helping the recipient understand your message easily.

Basic Email Format
An email typically follows this format:
1.Subject Line: A brief, clear idea of what the email is about.
2.Salutation: A greeting to the recipient (e.g., Dear Mr. Smith, Hello, etc.).
3.Body of the Email: This is the main part, where you write your message. It should be structured in paragraphs.
  • Introduction: A brief opening sentence.
  • Main Content: The details or purpose of your email.
  • Closing: A polite sentence to wrap up the message.
4.Closing: A sign-off phrase (e.g., Sincerely, Best regards, etc.).
5.Signature: Your name, and possibly other details like your contact information.

                Formal and Informal Email

Sample Questions and Answers

Formal Email
Question 1:Write an email to your manager requesting permission to attend a digital marketing workshop. Mention the date, location, and the benefits of attending the workshop for your professional development.

Answer 1: 

Subject: Request for Permission to Attend a Workshop

Dear Mr. Martin,

I hope this message finds you well. I am writing to request your permission to attend a workshop on digital marketing that will be held on [Date] at [Location]. This workshop will provide valuable insights that will help improve my skills, and I believe it will benefit my performance at work.

I kindly request your approval to attend, and I will ensure that my responsibilities are managed in my absence.

Thank you for considering my request. I look forward to your response.

Sincerely,
[Your Full Name]
[Your Job Title]
[Your Contact Information]


Informal Email
Question 2: Write an email to your friend inviting him/her to your birthday party. Mention the date, time, and location.

Answer 2:

Subject: Invitation to My Birthday Party

Dear [Friend's Name],

I hope you are doing well! I am excited to invite you to my birthday party this year. It will be held on [date] at [time] at my house. We’ll have lots of fun with games, music, and cake!

Please let me know if you can make it. I would love to see you there!

Looking forward to celebrating with you!

Best regards,
[Your Name]

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