Writing

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Core idea of «Writing: A Letter to the Editor»: A letter to the editor is a formal public response to a published article or opinion. It identifies the article,… Learn it first, then the surrounding vocabulary and grammar. Exam tasks: definitions, word use, and short answers. Drill the items aloud and from memory.

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What is the main purpose of a letter to the editor in this lesson?

• To write a private note to a friend
• To respond formally to a published article or opinion
• To describe an artwork only
• To summarise a story without giving an opinion

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