Formal Letters Quiz - CBSE Class 10 English
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What is a formal letter?
- A letter with casual language
- A letter written to a friend
- A letter following a specific format and tone
- A letter written in code
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Answer: C. A letter following a specific format and tone
A formal letter is characterized by its specific format and tone, as it is typically written for official purposes.
How is the closing of a formal letter typically formatted?
- Just a signature
- A casual farewell
- Includes 'Sincerely' or 'Yours faithfully'
- No closing needed
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Answer: C. Includes 'Sincerely' or 'Yours faithfully'
The closing of a formal letter often includes phrases like 'Sincerely' or 'Yours faithfully' followed by the sender's name, to maintain formality.
What is essential to include at the beginning of a formal letter?
- An opening joke
- Sender's address
- Recipient's first name
- Graphical illustrations
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Answer: B. Sender's address
Including the sender's address at the beginning of the formal letter is essential for proper identification and response.
Why is it important to proofread a formal letter before sending it?
- To make it longer
- To find and correct errors
- To disqualify it
- To make it seem more casual
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Answer: B. To find and correct errors
Proofreading is crucial as it helps identify and correct any errors in grammar, spelling, or formatting, ensuring professionalism.
What should you do if you need to provide additional information in a formal letter?
- Use a separate letter
- Include it in the body
- Keep it vague
- Ignore it
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Answer: B. Include it in the body
Any additional information should be clearly included in the body of the formal letter to ensure clarity and completeness.