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Линия УМК М. В. Вербицкой. Английский язык "Forward" (10-11) (баз.)

Линия УМК О. В. Афанасьевой, И. В. Михеевой, К. М. Барановой. "Rainbow English" (10-11) (баз.)

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Разбираем ЕГЭ по английскому языку: раздел «Письмо»

Разбор заданий раздела «Письмо» с учителем. Методические подсказки, выстраивание логики ответа, примеры письма и эссе.

Джалолова Светлана Анатольевна , учитель английского языка Высшей квалификационной категории. Победитель конкурсного отбора на соискание Гранта Москвы в сфере образования 2010г. Старший эксперт ГИА ЕГЭ по английскому языку. Победитель Всероссийской Олимпиады учителей английского языка «Профи-край» 2015 год. Почетная грамота Министерства образования РФ 2014 г., Грамота победителя конкурса лучших учителей РФ 2007г., Диплом победителя конкурса на соискание Гранта Москвы 2010 г.. Стаж работы - 23 года.

Недашковская Наталья Михайловна , Учитель английского языка Высшей квалификационной категории. Победитель ПНПО 2007 г. Победитель конкурсного отбора на соискание Гранта Москвы в сфере образования 2010г. Эксперт ГИА ОГЭ по английскому языку. Проводила педагогическую экспертизу учебных изданий при РАО 2015-2016. Почетная грамота Министерства образования РФ 2013 г., Грамота победителя конкурса лучших учителей РФ 2007г., Диплом победителя конкурса на соискание Гранта Москвы 2010 г. Стаж работы - 35 лет.
Подвигина Марина Михайловна , Учитель английского языка Высшей квалификационной категории. Победитель ПНПО 2008 г. Победитель конкурсного отбора на соискание Гранта Москвы в сфере образования 2010г. Старший эксперт ГИА ЕГЭ по английскому языку. Проводила педагогическую экспертизу учебных изданий при РАО 2015-2016. Почетная грамота Министерства образования РФ 2015 г., Грамота победителя конкурса лучших учителей РФ 2008г., Диплом победителя конкурса на соискание Гранта Москвы 2010 г. Стаж работы - 23 года.
Трофимова Елена Анатольевна , Учитель английского языка Высшей квалификационной категории. Старший эксперт ГИА ЕГЭ по английскому языку. Почетная грамота Министерства образования РФ 2013 г. Стаж работы - 15 лет.

Данные задания по теме «Личное письмо на английском языке (11 класс). Задание С1» взяты из разных источников и предлагаются в дополнение к презентации к учебнику

Объем личного письма на английском языке — 100-140 слов. Время выполнения задания — 20 минут. В конце статьи вы найдете

Личное письмо на английском языке. Задания

Дорогие посетители! Данный раздел будет дорабатываться и улучшаться. Спасибо, что вы с нами!

1. Личное письмо по теме: Environmental protection

You have received a letter from your English-speaking pen-friend Ann who writes:

..More and more young people get involved in environmental protection. Could you tell me what measures young people in your country take to save the environment? What kind of support do you get from your local community and family? Is there any Green Party/Movement where you live? Wouldn’t you like to start one, if there isn’t?
I am very happy now because I have just passed my last exams.

  • answer her questions
  • ask 3 questions about her plans for the coming holiday

2. Личное письмо по теме: Films

You have received a letter from your English pen friend Jane who writes:

… So you see that I enjoy films based on true historic facts.

What kinds of films do you like watching? Do you prefer watching films in the cinema or at home? Why? Do you agree that it is better to read a book before watching the film based on it? Why or why not?

I’ve just come back from a trip to Wales…

Write a letter to Jane. In your letter

  • answer her questions
  • ask 3 questions about her trip to Wales.

3. Личное письмо по теме: Future Jobs

You have received a letter from your English-speaking pen friend Bill who writes.

… I don’t think it will be a problem for me to choose a good job in the future as I’m really interested in foreign languages, cultures and countries and I hope I’ll work as a translator or teacher of foreign languages some day. Have you al­ready decided on your career? What job are you going to choose? Why?

I’ve lived in the USA my whole life but I’d really love to travel to other countries…

Write a letter to Bill. In your letter .

  • answer his questions
  • ask 3 questions about his plans for travelling.

4. Личное письмо по теме: Moscow

This is part of a letter from your English-speaking pen-friend Ann who writes

… One of my friends has recently been invited to spend a couple of weeks in Mos­cow this summer and it’s going to be his first time coming here. What places of interest and historical attractions would you recommend for him to see? What are your favourite ones?

I’m sure there are a lot of lovely places here to spend a night out. Where should he go first? By the way, he is fond of sports…

Write a letter to Ann. In your letter

  • give advice where to go in Moscow
  • ask 3 questions about a favourite sport of Ann’s friend

5.1. Личное письмо по теме: Books. Вариант 1

You have received a letter from your English pen friend Steve who writes:

… At school we are doing projects on reading habits of people in different countries. Could you tell me what kind of books you and members of your fam­ily like reading? As for the family news my sister got married last week…

Write a letter to Steve. In your letter

  • tell him about the kind of books you and your relatives like to read
  • ask 3 questions about his sister’s husband

5.2. Личное письмо по теме: Books. Вариант 2

You have received a letter from your English pen friend Rosie who writes:

… I’ve decided to send you a book in English for your birthday. What kind of book would you like? What kind of books do you usually read in your own language? Is there a particular book you know about that you would like me to get for you? Are there any kinds of books you definitely don’t like?

Give me some idea of what I could get for you.

Write a letter to Rosie. In your letter

  • answer her questions.
  • ask 3 questions about her birthday

6. Личное письмо по теме: Exams

You have received a letter from your English pen friend Jake who writes:

… Are you working hard at school at the moment? I am because we have some very important exams at the end of the year. They ‘re our final exams at school and then we leave. What exams do you have? Are you studying hard for them and doing lots of homework?

And what will happen after the exams? What are you going to do then? Will you have a holiday? Are you hoping to go to university? Tell me all about it.

Write back to Jake. In your letter

  • answer his questions.
  • ask 3 questions about his progress at school

Список английских слов по теме «Leaving School. Exams» СКОРО

7. Личное письмо по теме: Friends

You have received a letter from your English pen friend Carol who writes:

… I went to a cafe with some friends after school yesterday and we had a long discussion about other people at school. What kind of things do you talk about with your friends? Do you ever have serious discussions, and, if so, what about? Do you gossip about other people like we do?

I’d love to know what you talk about when you’re with your friends.

Write back to Carl. In your letter

  • answer her questions
  • ask 3 questions about her relationship with friends

8. Личное письмо по теме: Music

You have received a letter from your English pen friend Alan who writes:

… Last week our school orchestra gave a concert to parents which was a suc­cess, I took part in it too as I play the drum, you know. Do you play any musical instruments?

What kind of music do you like? What is your favourite group or singer? Hope to hear from you soon.

Write a letter to Alan. In your letter

  • answer his questions;
  • ask 3 questions about his hobbies.

Список английских слов по теме «Music» СКОРО

Одним из заданий в ЕГЭ по английскому языку является написание личного письма в ответ на письмо "англоговорящего друга по переписке". Написание письма на иностранном языке является несложным заданием, которое необходимо выполнить максимально быстро, чтобы оставить время на выполнение других заданий. Итак, рассмотрим единые правила написания личного письма.

Данная инструкция актуальна для ЕГЭ , но ей можно пользоваться и на ОГЭ с учётом того, что:
● на ЕГЭ просят задать 3 вопроса, а на ОГЭ – нет;
● объём письма на ЕГЭ составляет 100-140 слов, а на ОГЭ 100-120.

В правом верхнем углу укажите адрес в следующем порядке:
номер дома, название улицы
город
страна
Допускается указывать адрес в кратком виде, например:
Moscow
Russia

Под адресом, пропустив строку , необходимо написать дату письма:
June 4th, 2019
4 June 2019
или менее формально:
04/06/19

Письмо начинается с неофициального обращения. Если в задании имя вашего собеседника не указано, его следует придумать:
Dear Tim,
Dear Rebecca,
После обращения обязательно ставится запятая!

Разделите текст письма на несколько логических абзацев, каждый из которых начните с красной строки.
1. В первом абзаце вам следует поблагодарить своего друга за его письмо:
Thanks (a lot) for your (last) letter.
Your last letter was a real surprise.
I was glad to get your letter.
It was great to hear from you! / It was great to hear that… / I was happy to hear…
Вы можете также извиниться за то, что не писали раньше:
Sorry I haven’t written for so long but …/ Sorry I haven’t been in touch for so long.
I"m sorry I haven"t answered earlier but I was really busy with my school.
и/или упомянуть какой-либо факт из полученного письма:
I’m glad you passed your History test!
Sounds like you had a great time in London!
Great news about your…!

2. Основная часть письма (2–3 абзаца). В ней вы должны раскрыть все аспекты, указанные в задании. Не забудьте задать необходимые вопросы.
Предполагается, что письмо должно быть написано в неформальном стиле, поэтому Вы можете использовать неформальные слова-связки, такие как well , by the way , anyway , so , разговорные выражения типа Guess what? Или Wish me luck! а также восклицательные знаки.

3. В последнем параграфе следует объяснить, почему вы заканчиваете письмо:
Well, I’d better go now as I have to do my homework.
Anyway, I have to go now because my Mum asked me to help her with the washing up.
I’ve got to go now! It’s time for my favourite TV show.
и упомянуть о дальнейших контактах:
Write (back) soon!
Take care and keep in touch!
Drop me a letter when you can.
Hope to hear from you soon.
I can’t wait to hear from you!

В конце письма на отдельной строке указывается завершающая фраза-клише, которая зависит от близости автора и адресата. После неё всегда ставится запятая! Ниже приводятся возможные варианты от наименее формального (1) к более формальному (7):
1) Love,
2) Lots of love,
3) All my love,
4) All the best,
5) Best wishes,
6) With best wishes,
7) Yours,
На следующей строке под завершающей фразой указывается имя автора (без фамилии!). Например:
Andy или Kate

Таким образом, письмо к другу имеет следующий вид:


Итак, приведем некоторые удачные примеры выполнения задания по английскому языку. Для удобства мы не будем указывать адрес и дату справа.

You have received a letter from your English-speaking pen-friend Mary who writes

... It was great to hear that you went to Italy during your spring holidays. I have always wanted to visit this wonderful country. Did you enjoy your journey? What places of interest did you visit? What impressed you most of all? Did you like your hotel?
As for me, I am awfully tired because we’ve got too many tests at school. Can’t wait for the summer break...

Write a letter to Mary.
In your letter
tell her about your journey to Italy
ask 3 questions about her plans for the summer

Dear Mary,
Thanks a lot for your letter. I hope you passed all your tests!
First of all, let me tell you about my one-week package holiday to Rome. Everything was OK, but we didn’t like our hotel. It was too noisy and the food was awful. We even had a stomachache and consulted a doctor. However, all the excursions were extremely interesting. We visited the Vatican and were impressed by the famous St. Peter’s Cathedral. I also enjoyed the Colosseum and other sights of Rome. All in all, we enjoyed our holiday.
And what about you? What are your plans for the summer? Will you come to visit us? Russia is a unique country and I’ll show you lots of interesting things. If you make up your mind, let me know what cities you would like to visit.
Hope to hear from you soon.
Lots of love,
Lucy


...Do you often have arguments with your parents? I do. My mother thinks that I spend too much time hanging around with my friends. Do you often meet your friends?
What do you usually do together? And what do you do when you disagree with your parents about how you spend your free time?
Write back soon.
Love,
Ann

Write back to Ann.
In your letter
answer her questions
ask 3 questions about her relations with her younger sister

Dear Ann,
Thanks for your letter. I’m glad you passed your History test!
I’m sorry you don’t get on well with your parents. As for me, I have practically no problems with mine, although we do quarrel sometimes because I spend too much time playing computer games. In this case I try to talk to them and find the way out. Unfortunately, I can meet my friends only at weekends and we usually play football together. It’s our favourite game.
And how do you get on with your sister? Do you play together? Do you help her with her homework? I wish I had a sister or a brother!
Anyway, keep smiling whatever happens! I’d better go now as I’ve got loads of homework to do (as always).
Write back soon!
Lots of love,
Kate


You have received a letter from your English-speaking pen-friend who writes

...We moved to a new house a few weeks ago and I changed school. At first I was a bit afraid but I made new friends sooner than I expected. The teachers are nice and everything seems to be working out well. And what about you? Have you made any friends in your new school? Do you enjoy studying there? Have you got any new subjects this year?
I’ve got to go now! It’s time for my music lesson. Drop me a line when you can.
Lots of love,
Emily

Write a letter to Emily.
In your letter
answer her questions and tell her about your new school
ask 3 questions about her preferences in music

Dear Emily,
Thank you for your letter. It was great to hear about your new house!
As for my new school, it’s very big! It has three computer rooms and wonderful sports facilities. Actually, it seems a nice place and I enjoy studying there. The kids in my class are very friendly. I’ve already made some new friends and we often meet after classes. I’ve got only one new subject this year. It’s Economics and I’m beginning to think that it’s not difficult, after all!
By the way, what music styles do you enjoy? Have you got any favourite bands? Would you like to go to their concert? As for me, I prefer Radiohead. They are cool!
I’d better go now. Mum wants me to help with the housework. Take care and stay in touch!
Lots of love,
Ann


This is part of a letter from Harry, your English pen-friend.

...I’m fine but I’ve got a very busy week ahead. I’m a member of the school team and we are preparing for an important match in the National Championship. Are you fond of football? Do you watch football matches on TV? What other sports do you enjoy?
Well, I’d better go now. I’ve got to do some more training - I don’t want to lose this match.
Take care and write back soon.

Write back to Harry.
In your letter
answer his questions
ask 3 questions about his preparation for the match

Dear Harry,
Hi! How’s it going? Thanks for your last letter. I’m glad you are in your school football team now!
In your letter you asked me about football. Well, I’m really fond of it. It’s a great game and I’m always happy when my team wins. But I don’t watch football matches on TV because it’s rather boring. I prefer playing to watching as it’s more exciting. I’m also keen on roller-skating. It’s fun to take part in street competitions and to perform different tricks.
Anyway, what about your preparation for the National Championship? Do you work hard? How many times a week do you train? Do you get on well with your team-mates?
Well, I’d better go now as I have to tidy up my room. Write back soon!
All the best,
Ivan


You have received a letter from your English- speaking pen-friend George who writes

...At school we are doing projects on famous singers from different countries. Could you telI me about any famous Russian singer? What is he or she famous for? How long has he/she been singing? Do you enjoy his/her songs? Have you ever been to his/her concerts?
As for my school trip to London last week, it was really wonderful...

Write a letter to George.
In your letter
tell him about the singer you admire most of all
ask 3 questions about his trip to London

Dear George,
Thanks a lot for your letter. Sounds like you had a great time in London! What impressed you most of all? Did you take any pictures? Were you tired?
I’m glad I can help you with your project on famous singers. Well, my favourite singer is Dima Bilan. He made his debut at the festival ‘New Wave’ in 2002 so he has already been singing for 10 years. Now Dima is a famous pop singer known for his songs like ‘Never Let You Go’ and ‘Believe’. I enjoy his songs because of his beautiful voice. Un-fortunately, I’ve never been to his concerts but I’d love to.
Anyway, let me know if you have any other questions. I’d better go now as I have to take my dog for a walk. Write soon!
Yours,
Alex


This is part of a letter from your English-speaking pen-friend.

...So you see that I enjoy films based on true historic facts whereas most of my friends are fond of soap operas. Do you agree that soaps don’t show life realistically? What kind of films do you like watching? Do you prefer watching films in the cinema or at home? Why?
We all miss you, too. Everybody sends their love. Can’t wait to see you in the summer. Write back soon.
All my love,
Tina

Write back to Tina.
In your letter
answer her questions
ask 3 questions about her family

Dear Tina,
Thanks for your letter. I’m glad you liked the postcard I sent you!
In your letter you asked me about my attitude to soaps. Well, I agree that soaps don’t show life realistically because their plots are rather unbelievable and all emotions are exaggerated. As for me, I prefer whodunits, which keep me in suspense till the very end. I usually watch films at home but I never miss a chance to go to the cinema with friends. It’s much more exciting to watch films together.
I miss you greatly! Write back soon and tell me all your latest news. How is your sister? Has she passed her driving test? And what about your mother? Has she got over the flu?
I’d better go now as I promised mum to help her with the washing.
Love,
Ann


You have received a letter from your English- speaking pen-friend Rob who writes

...and then there’s this chess tournament on Saturday. If I win, I’ll be the champion of our school. Who knows?
Oh, yeah. I wanted to ask you something. We have to write a report on technology for school. Could you tell me a few things about how you use technology in your life? You know, computers, mobiles, TV, that sort of things. Oh, and tell me something about the other members of your family, too, and how they use technology.
Anyway, I was talking to Sam the other day and he says that...

Write back to Rob.
In your letter
answer his questions
ask 3 questions about playing chess

Dear Rob,
It was great to hear from you! I’m glad you managed to talk to Sam. Please give my best regards to him.
You asked me about technology. Well, I’ve got a new mobile. It’s got a camera so I’m taking lots of pictures at the moment. I’ve also got a computer but I use it mainly for surfing the Net. Of course we’ve got things like a TV, a DVD player and a music centre. My parents usually watch TV whereas my brother spends hours playing computer games.
Anyway, I’m glad you’ve made such progress in chess. Is it difficult to learn how to play it? Will I be able to do it on my own? How can I get started?
I’ve got to go now as I’m helping my Dad in the garage.
All the best,
Andrew


This is part of a letter from Jane, your English pen-friend.

...My home town is rather small but I like it. The people here are very friendly and they try and keep our town clean and beautiful. And do you enjoy living in a big city? How do you spend your spare time there?
Anyway, I’m thinking of travelling around Russia next summer. Could you tell me what weather to expect? Should I take warm clothes with me?..

Write a letter to Jane.
In your letter
answer her questions
ask 3 questions about her home town

Dear Jane,
Thanks for your letter. I’m glad you’re going to visit Russia. The weather in summer is usually hot so I don’t think you’ll need lots of warm clothes. However, you’d better take a jacket as nights can be quite cool.
In your letter you asked me about the life in a big city. As for me, I enjoy living in Moscow as there are lots of parks and cosy cafes, museums and galleries. In the evenings I usually go for a walk with my friends and at the weekend we go to the theatre or visit a museum. Have you got any museums in your town? Are they free for students? Are there any sports facilities?
I’d better go now as I’ve got to do my homework - boring! Can’t wait to see you!
Lots of love,
Rita


This is part of a letter from your German pen-friend.

...I find it a bit difficult to understand English grammar. What about you? Do you do grammar exercises? Do you think that it’s necessary to remember all grammar rules?
Have you got any plans for the summer? I was thinking of going to a language school in the UK to improve my English. It would be a lot more fun if we went together. What do you think?
Anyway, I have to go now as I’m helping my Dad in the shop.
Hope to hear from you soon.
All the best,
Kerstin

Write back to Kerstin.
In your letter
answer her questions
ask 3 questions about the trip to the UK

Dear Kerstin,
Thanks for your letter. I’m glad your arm is out of plaster now!
I agree with you that English grammar is rather difficult so I think it’s necessary to learn grammar rules and to do exercises. As for me, I do it on a regular basis.
Going to a language school together is a great idea! We could practise our English and visit lots of places of interest. I’m absolutely free this summer so I can go whenever you like.
Write and tell me what dates suit you best. Which course would you like to do? What level do you think we are? Where would you prefer to stay? Meanwhile, I’ll make some enquiries about language schools in the UK. I’ll get in touch soon. I hope it all works out!
Lots of love,
Helen


This is part of a letter from Adam, your English pen-friend, whom you’re going to visit in summer.

...As for me, I’m crazy about skateboarding and I love rock and pop music. I think my favourite band at the moment is Radiohead. Do you know them? What kind of things do you like doing and what music do you enjoy?
Is there anything you particularly want to do while you’re here? / guess you’ll be busy at the language school during the day, but we can do something in the evenings and at weekends. Also, let me know if there are any kinds of food you don’t like...

Write back to Adam.
In your letter
answer his questions
ask 3 questions about his family and the language school

Dear Adam,
Thanks for your letter. It was great to hear from you. I can’t wait to meet you and your parents in July!
Well, we’ve obviously got a lot in common. I’m also crazy about rock music and my favourite band is Radiohead, too! I’ve never done skateboarding, though, but I’d love to try. I enjoy basketball and I love playing computer games. Do you?
I’m a bit worried about the language school. Is it far from your house? Should I bring any books with me? Will I have to do much homework? If I have, I’m afraid I’ll be busy in the evenings. Actually, I wouldn’t mind any activity. It will be fun just to be in another country.
Anyway, I know we’re going to be really good friends. Please write back soon.
All the best,
Sasha


Будет очень полезно перед сдачей экзаменов написать шаблон письма, по которому вы будете выполнять задание на экзамене.
В нашей подборке материалов помимо множества полезных материалов Вы можете найти 31 готовое письмо , а также шаблон для написания письма :
Материалы по английскому языку (ЕГЭ)
Материалы по английскому языку (ОГЭ)


Тема: задание 39 – написание личного письма.


Кабанова Ольга Ивановна, учитель английского языка МБОУ «Школа № 91 с углублённым изучением отдельных предметов», город Нижний Новгород.
Описание материала: Вашему вниманию предлагается правила написания различных видов писем личного характера.
Назначение материала: данный материал будет полезен для учителей, учащихся, репетиторов, которые стремятся добиться определённого уровня подготовки обучающихся по иностранному языку с целью сдачи единого государственного экзамена по английскому языку.
Цель: подготовка к ЕГЭ по английскому языку.
Задачи:
- ознакомить со стратегией выполнения задания 39 – написание личного письма;
- познакомить с объёмом и структурой написания письма;
- обратить внимание на виды писем;
- указать характерные черты личных писем;
- рекомендовать использовать языковой репертуар при написании различных писем личного характера;
- обратить внимание на уточнение критериев оценивания задания 39.

ЕГЭ по английскому языку. Личное письмо – задание 39.

Основное назначение ЕГЭ по иностранным языкам состоит в определении уровня подготовки выпускников средней общеобразовательной школы по иностранному языку с целью их итоговой аттестации и отбора при поступлении в высшие учебные заведения.
В задании базового уровня необходимо написать личное письмо хорошим знакомым, друзьям, родственникам или зарубежному другу по переписке в ответ на письмо, отрывок из которого приводится в задании. В нём рассказывается о последних новостях, личных проблемах, запрашивается нужная информация или совет. Такого рода письма обычно пишутся с использованием разговорного (неофициального) стиля речи.
Требуемый объём личного письма в задании 39 - 100-140 слов. Допускается отклонение от заданного объёма, но оно не должно превышать 10% (154 слова), проверке подлежит только та часть работы, которая соответствует требуемому объёму. Таким образом, при проверке задания 39 отсчитывают от начала работы 140 слов и оценивают только эту часть письма. Если объём задания менее 90 слов, то задание проверке не подлежит и оценивается в 0 баллов.
При определении соответствия объёма представленной работы считаются все слова, начиная с первого слова по последнее, включая вспомогательные глаголы, предлоги, артикли, частицы. В личном письме адрес, дата, подпись также подлежат подсчёту. При этом:
- стяжённые формы don’t, won’t, can’t, it’s и т.п. считаются как одно слово;
- числительные, выраженные цифрами, например 25, 2017, 134 900 и т.п. считаются как одно слово;
- числительные, выраженные цифрами, вместе с условным обозначением процентов, например 90%, 5% и т.п. считаются как одно слово;
- числительные, выраженные словами, считаются как слова;
- сложные слова, такие как fifty-five, good-looking, считаются как одно слово;
- сокращения, например TV, UK, CD, считаются как одно слово.
Данное задание оценивается (максимум 6 баллов) с точки зрения решения коммуникативной задачи (2 балла), организации текста письма(2 балла), языкового оформления текста письма (2 балла).

Letters are written for many different reasons. They may includ e:
- giving information or asking information;
- writing to apologize;
- making complaints or arrangements;
- offering suggestions;
- asking for permission or information;
- giving advice or asking for advice;
- expressing gratitude etc.
Two or more reasons for writing could appear in the same letter. We write letters to keep in touch with our friends and relatives. Writing a letter to a friend is like a conversation on paper.

Letter of information (Письмо-информация)
- I am just writing to tell you that…
- This is just to let you know that…
- I am writing to let you know that…
- You must be wondering what’s happened to us all.
- Here is our news at the moment.

Letter of apology (Письмо с извинениями)
- I am really sorry that I forgot about…
- I am writing to apologize for (в чём-либо)… to (перед кем-либо)…
- I am sorry I couldn’t make it…
- It will never happen again…

Letter of complaint (Письмо-жалоба)
- I am writing to complain to (кому-либо)… of (на что-то)…
- I must express my dissatisfaction with…
- I am afraid I must ask you…

Letter of invitation (Письмо-приглашение)
- I am writing to invite you to…
- I am having a party. Would you like to come?
- I hope you will be able to join us.
- I hope you will be able to make/do it.
- I would be pleased if you could accept my invitation.

Thank you letter (Благодарственное письмо)
- I have just read your letter. Thank you for it.
- Thank you for …ing. It seems to me that …
- I am very grateful for your answer. In my opinion,
- I am writing to thank you so much / very much for…
- It was very kind / nice of you to…
- The party was great! You were very kind / helpful / hospitable for which I am very grateful.
- I really appreciated your opinion. I agree / disagree with the idea that…
- I would like to thank you for ...
- I thank you for your help in this matter.

Congratulations letter (Письмо-поздравление)
- Congratulation on…!
- I am writing to congratulate you on passing your exams.
- You really were the best…
- You deserved…

Letter of request (Письмо-просьба)
- I wonder if it is all possible for you to ...?
- Could you please …?
- I wonder if you could …?
- I would be very grateful if you would / could …
- Would it be possible for you to …?
- I am writing to ask you for help.
- I am writing to ask you to do me a favour.
- I wonder if I could ask you to…
- I would so / really grateful if you could…

Letter of advice (Письмо-совет)
- If I were you, I would…
- I would recommend…
- My advice is to…
- It would be a good idea to…
- You should / should not…
- Why don’t you…?
- Don’t forget to…
- Have you thought of …ing?

Useful Vocabulary of a Personal Letter
Языковой репертуар личного письма

I.Address
Свой личный адрес можно указывать кратко - только город и страну.
Адрес пишется в правом верхнем углу письма: Nizhniy Novgorod, Russia
II.Date
Дата пишется под адресом в правом верхнем углу 29/05/2017 , эксперт считает дату одним словом при проверке личного письма. Возможны другие варианты: May 29 th, 2017 или 29 May, 2017.

III. Greeting
Dear Sally,
Обращение пишется не посередине листа, а на его левой стороне, без отступа на красную строку через одну строку от адреса. Обращение: Dear + имя, которое вы найдёте в задание. После обращения не забывайте поставить запятую. После обращения приступайте к написанию основной части письма. Каждый новый абзац следует писать с красной строки.

IV. Introduction.
В первом абзаце пишется благодарность за полученное письмо и указывается ссылка на предыдущие контакты.
Сожаление:
I have not heard from you for some time but I hope…
It has been a long time since I last heard from you;
As I haven’t heard from you for ages I thought I would write to see how you are / how you are getting on.
Радость:
I got your letter yesterday, and decided to write back straightaway;
It was so good /nice to hear from you;
I always enjoy reading what you have been doing;
I"m so/really glad / happy / pleased to hear from you;
It"s very nice / kind of you to write about … and send me your funny/excellent photos.
Благодарность:
Thank you / Thanks /A lot of thanks for your recent letter;
Thanks for your letter. It was interesting / good to hear that… (give example);
Thank you for writing such a long and funny letter.
Извинения:
I"m so/really/awfully sorry that I haven"t written for so long/ages, but … (give reason);
Excuse me for not writing so long;
First I want to apologize for not writing so long.
Сообщение новостей:
Now about what has happened to me /all of us;
A few things have happened since I wrote last;
Here"s our news at the moment.
Удивление:
Just imagine!
I don"t believe it!
Have you heard that...?
Do you know what?

V. Body of the letter.
Второй абзац - основная часть письма или цель написания. Ответы на три вопроса.
In your letter you ask me about … / you wanted to know if...
So I"m going to answer your questions.
Anyway, I"m writing to tell you about .../to answer your questions about...
Anyway, let me answer your questions now.
I personally think... / as for me…
Возможно использование неофициального стиля и выражений, таких как “By the way”, “Also”, “So”, “Well”, “That is why”, “Oh”, “Besides”, “As for”, “Anyway”.

VI. Asking questions.
Третий абзац – задаём свои три вопроса в соответствии с заданием.
Вопросы другу по переписке должны быть развёрнутые. Желательно использовать вопросы разных типов.
I also have a few questions for you.
I’m curious about…
Could you tell me about…?

VII. Reason to stop writing.
Четвёртый абзац - причина невозможности дальнейшего написания письма.
Well, that’s all my news.
Well /Sorry but /It"s a pity but /unfortunately / unluckily I can"t write any longer /I have to stop writing because … I must ... /have to …;
Excuse me but it"s time for me to ... (go to bed; do homework; sit for my tomorrow"s exam; tidy my room; do a project in English, etc.

VIII. Final phrases.
Заключение, в котором пишутся завершающие фразы. Например:
I"m looking / look forward to hearing from you;
I cannot wait to hear how you did in your exams, so write as soon as you know;
Write back soon, telling me what you have been up to;
Please write to me again soon, and tell me all your news;
That’s about all from me. What about you? Write back soon, telling me what you have been doing recently;
Give… my regards if you see…, and tell… to drop me a line;
Say hello to …from me. I am looking forward to your next letter, so write soon!
Write and tell me your decision.

IX. Signature.
Личная подпись. Например:
Выбрав одну из фраз, нужно имя написать после запятой на следующей строке и после него точку не ставить.
All the best,
Yours sincerely,
With best wishes,
Lots of love/love,
So long,
Olga

Рекомендации:
- внимательно прочитайте инструкции и отрывок из письма друга на английском языке;
- наметьте план своего ответного письма;
- не забудьте написать адрес и дату в правом верхнем углу;
- напишите обращение слева и поставьте запятую;
- во вступительной части письма выразите благодарность за полученное письмо и, возможно, извинение, что не сразу написали ответ;
- в основной части письма ответьте на все заданные вопросы и задайте свои вопросы другу по переписке в соответствии с заданием;
- укажите причина невозможности дальнейшего написания письма;
- упомяните в заключительной части письма о будущих контактах, побудите к ответному письму;
- напишите личную подпись, выбрав фразу и поставив запятую, на следующей строке напишите имя (после него точку не ставить);
- проверьте содержание письма и правильность его организации.
Желаю успеха!