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Re: Hi, I have a questions about my letter to my professor.

Anonymous — Thu, 13 Mar 2008 07:29:20 GMT

You wrote these sentences to respond to the original inquiring post: :

This is very informal - were you asked to do an informal letter or an essay?

Other than that, my main impression is that you haven't really answered the question - only a few words about your impression of the class.

I like your use of dashes -- they flow naturally and seem to convey your thoughts naturally. Having said that your first sentence of using a simple sentence and following that with a question with a dash to connect both is very interesting. In your second sentence, what follows the dash isn't a clause, nor does it seem to link to the previous clause in a way that natually connects them but rather have done in a way that is connecting but rather distant structually.

How can I use to learn to use a dash like you have done? I looked at online sources for help but they don't seem to go in detail about this punctuation mark.

Re: Hi, I have a questions about my letter to my professor.

nona the brit — Wed, 12 Mar 2008 17:03:33 GMT

This is very informal - were you asked to do an informal letter or an essay?

Other than that, my main impression is that you haven't really answered the question - only a few words about your impression of the class.

Re: Business letter

Feebs11 — Thu, 01 Nov 2007 21:03:13 GMT

Anonymous wrote:

I tripped over these fourms just on accident looking for advice on a formal letter that is due. If it isn't any trouble could someone point out any areas that need revision. here it is:

*** Bunting Drive

North Augusta, *** ***

November 1, 2007

Mr. B

Assistant Academic Dean.

X College

X Road

X-town, State zip code

Dear Mr. B:

Subject: Grade Disputation

The reason ~~why~~ I am contacting you is because of my strong disagreement with my final grade in English 102 (Fall 1, X). I feel that I have received this grade unfairly and wish it to be reviewed. ~~I must emphasize on the imbalanced acts that were made during the quarter.~~

My concerns primarily deal ~~a lot~~ with my final paper. Mr. X informed the class that âeveryoneâ could and should turn their paper in for him to review before the due date. I tried to take advantage of this but was rejected because of Mr. Xâs busy schedule. On September 20th my final paper was due. I had to appear in court and was not able to make it to class (documentation attached). I turned in my paper at the next class and was notified that it would be counted late and after a quick review was told that I would fail the paper. He identified the major format errors I had made within five minutes of looking at my paper. I do not know why he could not have taken five minutes before the class to tell me about these errors that needed to be fixed. I asked if I could quickly change these errors and turn back in a revised copy. I was rudely told, âYesâ¦next quarter.â I was dissatisfied with myself but life goes on.

I left in disappointment and walked to my next class with another one of Mr. Xsâ students. I asked her how she did and was shocked when told that she was allowed to take her essay home and revise it. She forgot to type major parts of her paper and had many format errors. Mr. X told her that if she didnât redo the paper and turn in back in on the 23rd, she would fail (a due-date altered from the rest of the class). I had asked Mr. X for the same privilege minutes before and was denied. When confronted about it, he told me that it did not matter as she failed anyway. I found out when talking to him a second time that she had actually made a âBâ.

The second of my concerns is about my âdaily gradeâ. I ~~just~~ recently found out about this and should also be brought to your attention. Mr. X enlightened me that I had earned a âDâ for my âdaily gradeâ when I initially spoke with him about my disputation. His reasoning behind it was that I slept in class âall the timeâ as he put it. It is hard for me to grasp this because of the fact that we had to write an essay every class besides the first week and a half. The first week and a half was âan exact repeat of English 101â as Mr. X put it. The repetition of the material made it hard to fight dozing off. I saw this in many students' faces. I dozed off twice during this time period. I would like to bring it to your attention that I was not the only one falling asleep during his lectures. It became sort of a joke about Mr. X and his dictionary. He would prop it up acting as if he was reading, but was clearly sleeping. After the introduction of the course, our assignment from then on was to write an essay each class. It is rather hard to fall asleep writing an essay that is due in two hours. I am 100 per cent sure that I was awake for each paper. Not only was I awake for each essay, but I made it a goal to stay in class until everyone had left ~~early~~. He told us that he wanted us to stay the full two hours even if that meant writing another twenty pages. I figured that was the reason I had received such a low grade in English 101.

Yours sincerely,

Cory X

<mod note: Specific names and places have been removed>

Business letter

Anonymous — Thu, 01 Nov 2007 17:22:02 GMT

I tripped over these fourms just on accident looking for advice on a formal letter that is due. If it isn't any trouble could someone point out any areas that need revision. here it is

*** Bunting Drive

North Augusta, *** ***

November 1, 2007

Mr. B

Assistant Academic Dean.

X College

X Road

X-town, State zip code

Dear Mr. B:

Subject: Grade Disputation

The reason why I am contacting you is because of my strong disagreement with my final grade in English 102 (Fall 1, X). I feel that I have received this grade unfairly and wish for you to review it. I must emphasize on the imbalanced acts that were made during the quarter.

My concerns primarily deal a lot with my final paper. Mr. X informed the class that âeveryoneâ could and should turn their paper in for him to review before the due date. I tried to take advantage of this but was rejected because of Mr. Xâs busy schedule. On September twentieth my final paper was due. I had to appear in court and was not able to make it to class (documentation attached). I turned in my paper the next class and was notified that it would be counted late and after a quick review was told that I would fail the paper. He identified the major format errors I had made within five minutes of looking at my paper. I do not know why he could not have taken five minutes the class before to tell me about these errors that needed to be fixed. I asked if I could quickly change these errors and turn back in a revised copy. I was rudely told, âYesâ¦next quarter.â I was dissatisfied with myself but life goes on.

I left in disappointment and walked to my next class with another one of Mr. Xsâ students. I asked her how she did and was shocked when told that she was allowed to take it home and revise it. She forgot to type major parts of her paper and had many format errors. Mr. X told her that if she didnât redo the paper and turn in back in on the twenty-third, she would fail (a due-date altered from the rest of the class). I asked Mr. X for the same privilege minutes before and was denied. When confronted about it, he told me that it did not matter she bombed it anyway. I found out when talking to him a second time that she had actually made a âBâ.

The second of my concerns is about my âdaily gradeâ. I just recently found out about this and should also be brought to your attention. Mr. X enlightened me that I had earned a âDâ for my âdaily gradeâ when I initially spoke with him about my disputation. His reasoning behind it was that I slept in class âall the timeâ as he put it. It is hard for me to grasp this because of the fact that we had to write an essay every class besides the first week and a half. The first week and a half was âan exact repeat of English 101â as Mr. X put it. The repetition of the material it was hard to fight dozing off. I saw this in many students faces. I dozed off twice during this time period. I would like to bring it to your attention that I was not the only one falling asleep during his lectures. It became sort of a joke about Mr. X and his dictionary. He would prop it up acting as if he was reading, but was clearly sleeping. After the introduction of the course, our assignment from then on was to write an essay each class. It is rather hard to fall asleep writing an essay that is due in two hours. I am one-hundred percent sure that I was awake for each paper. Not only was I awake for each essay, but I made it a goal to stay in class until everyone had left early. He told us that he wanted us to stay the full two hours even if that meant writing another twenty pages. I figured that was the reason I had received such a low grade in English 101.

Sincerely,

Cory X

<mod note: Specific names and places have been removed>

Re: Why is "Can you show me the way how you did it?" incorrect?

Tanit — Sun, 21 Oct 2007 20:42:55 GMT

Yoong Liat wrote:
Hi Tanit

In Singapore, students are taught to use 'whom'. For example, "The man whom you spoke to this morning is my father." Using 'who' would be considered wrong. In an exam, it is advisable to use 'whom'. ( Singaporeans are using British English.)

The above is related to the grammar section of the English Language Paper. As for the essays, I do not know how the examiners will mark usage relating to 'who' and 'whom'. However, I believe it is safer for our students to opt for formal usage.

Hi Yoong Liat,

In Italy, students are taught to use "whom" as well, especially in schools, where hardly any native speaker teaches English (or French, or any foreign language).
I am sure you've got good reasons to say "I believe it is safer for our students to opt for formal usage".
I only wanted to point out that there are other exams (international examinations, not Italian ones) where students are required to master both formal and informal structures. What's more, candidates would lose marks if they mixed up formal with informal language, or if they chose the wrong register (for instance, by writing a formal letter to a close friend).

Best.

Re: To Whom it May Concern

Pucca — Tue, 18 Sep 2007 01:16:03 GMT

Hello Clive!

I don't write letters to companies, you know. I write them as essays and, in formal letters I have always started with "Dear Sir/Madam," or "Dear Mr ___,". I only learnt how to write letters of complaint, asking for some kind of information or for employment, I suppose I will learn how to write other type of formal letters this year.

Would "To whom it may concern" be used as "Dear ____,"? If so, should it be something like this?

To whom it may concern,

I'm writing in reference to....

Yours faithfully,
_________

You mentioned the employment thing, could I use it in my essays if I'm writing a letter for employment and I don't know what the name of owner is? So, instead of "Dear Sir/Madam", this sentence.

Thanks again!

Re: Informal Letter Composition.

Feebs11 — Tue, 04 Sep 2007 01:12:27 GMT

Anonymous wrote:
I had to write an essay of not longer than 200 and 250 words. Can someone please give me a feedback and an overall mark if possible. The composition carries 50 marks in total. Thank you very much.

Your pen friend from Finland is coming to stay with you and your family for three weeks in August. Write a letter to him/her giving advice about any arrangements he/she needs to make before coming to Malta, what he/she needs to bring with him/her, and finally your own plans for the holiday stay.

24, âOur Nestâ

Old Church Street,

Mosta MST 06

1^st May 2007

Dear Mark,

                        Thank you for your last letter. I am very happy that you had [have] decided to come to Malta for your holiday. Even my family are, my mum is already preparing your bed and your place to stay.

                        As you are coming in August, it is better to book your ticket to be safe. You do not have to worry what to bring with you. Malta is very hot in August so bring very light clothes. Also not forget your swim suit and sun block as the sun in Malts is very dangerous, especially for people like you .

                        I am planning âourâ holiday to make it more interesting. We have a lot of things to do like sightseeing, barbecues and of course swimming. I am looking for some interesting places to go for sightseeing, which will be very helpful for your University course about history. Moreover, we can go to some feasts, to see the Maltese culture. I am sure it will be fun.

                        I have to go now. I hope I was a help for you, and look forward to hearing from you again. I will send you another letter before you come. Say hello to your family and tell your sister good luck for her exams.

                        Your friend,

                            David

Informal Letter Composition.

Anonymous — Mon, 03 Sep 2007 01:16:37 GMT

I had to write an essay of not longer than 200 and 250 words. Can someone please give me a feedback and an overall mark if possible. The composition carries 50 marks in total. Thank you very much.

Your pen friend from Finland is coming to stay with you and your family for three weeks in August. Write a letter to him/her giving advice about any arrangements he/she needs to make before coming to Malta, what he/she needs to bring with him/her, and finally your own plans for the holiday stay.

24, âOur Nestâ

Old Church Street,

Mosta MST 06

1^st May 2007

Dear Mark,

Thank you for your last letter. I am very happy that you had decided to come to Malta for your holiday. Even my family are, my mum is already preparing your bed and your place to stay.

As you are coming in August, it is better to book your ticket to be safe. You do not have to worry what to bring with you, Malta is very hot in August so bring very light clothes. So not forget your swim suit and sun block, the sun in Malts is very dangerous especially for people like you.

I am planning âourâ holiday to make it more interesting. We have a lot of things to do like sightseeing, barbecues and of course swimming. I am looking for some interesting places to go for sightseeing, which will be very helpful for your University course about history. More over we can go to some feasts, to see the Maltese culture. I am sure it will be fun.

I have to go now. I hope I was a help for you, and to hear from you again. I will send you an other letter before you come. Say hello to your family and tell your sister good luck for her exams.

Your friend,

David

Re: need only bitter true.plztake a look at my motivation letter and critic

nona the brit — Fri, 06 Jul 2007 15:42:27 GMT

I didn't say your view was that of a novice, but that the standard 3-paragraph essay structure is designed to make essay writing easier for novice writers. I apologise if you felt insulted; that was not my intent.

The 3 para format is also useful in other circumstances, of course, but not for everything. I certainly don't consider it a prerequisite for writing a formal letter. Motivation letters are often required to be of a length that would make the three paragraphs far too long and unwieldy.

We agree that it's a pretty good letter overall though, so I'm sure anon will be fine.

Re: help me correct this ...please

spinnaker — Fri, 02 Mar 2007 22:43:18 GMT

Shaikhoon wrote:
Reasons for studying freshmen composition

        Freshmen composition is one of the English graded courses taught at Gulf University for Science and Technology âGUST- .It is an important class that all student at GUST must take --word missing?-- because it teaches them the fundamentals of essay writing. Freshmen composition enhances students creativity skills, and develops their reading abilities which are important for all individuals who want to thrive in todayâs world.

          Essay writing is an essential skill for both college and professional career. In academic years students are expected to learn the basics of writing to help them write research papers, presentations and speeches required by the majority of courses offered. Professionally one needs to exercise his or her writing skills to write formal letters and publication.



          Writing is an art. It attacks people intellectually and emotionally to the written material therefore a student must be inventive and original in his work, and that comes with practice, exercise and hard work .

          For a person to comprehend reading matters he has to attain certain abilities or he will be vulnerable to fraud and confusion. Understanding pieces of writing is critical for a student to succeed and obtain a degree.

          In my opinion freshmen composition ought to be learned in high school , because a college student must be excellent in essay writing ,be creative in his work ,be organized in his thought , and be at a certain level of understanding what he reads. A college student must not spent time on matters that he should have perfected before entering college .

I'm not sure by the word missing if it's correct.