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QuestionYour friend, who lives in another town, has written to you to ask for advice on how to be a successful student. Write a letter to your friend advising him/her what he/she should do to be an outstanding student. Use the note below to write your letter.Suggestions
Set goals
Be motivated
Pay attention
Ask questions
Be organized
Complete homework on time
Prepare well for exams
Take part in co-curricular activities
Respect everyone
Avoid
Wasting time
Skipping school
When writing your letter, remember to include the following:
Your address
A proper salutation/greeting
A complimentary close
All the note given above
Answer
Some useful expressions on how to begin an informal letter>I was pleasantly surprised to hear from you.>Thank you for your letter. I was pleased to hear that you are in good health.>It was really nice hearing from you. I am glad that you like your new school.>I hope this letter finds you in the pink (of health).>Thank you for the lovely birthday card.Some useful expressions on how to end an informal letter>I promise to write to you soon.>I hope you will reply soon.>Give my best wishes to your parents.>I am looking forward to seeing you.>I look forward to hearing from you.>Do write and tell me how you are progressing.
Your younger sister, who is studying in a boarding school, has written to complain that she finds the compulsory co-curricular activities very tiring. Write a letter to her to explain the benefits of co-curricular activities.Use the notes given below to write your letter.>help you become a better person> instilldiscipline> learn good values - cooperation> respect for others> develop leadership skills> learn to organize activities> provide opportunities - to develop social skills> to take part in competitions> keep you healthy>get a good testimonial
> give students opprtunity to socialize
> enhance teamwork skillsWhen writing your letter, remember to include the following:> your address> a proper salutation/greeting> a complimentary close> all the notes given above