Formal Letters (Complaint/Application) - Grammar Exercises

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Grade 6
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A worksheet focused on grammar exercises related to writing formal letters, including complaint and application letters, for Grade 6 students.

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Formal Letters (Complaint/Application) - Grammar Exercises

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Grade Grade 6
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Understanding Formal Letter Structure

Dear Customer Service Manager, I am writing to express my dissatisfaction with the recent service I received at your store. Despite my prior reservations, I was disappointed with the lack of assistance and the unprofessional behavior of your staff. I hope you will address these issues promptly. Sincerely, Jane Doe
1.
Identify the salutation in the passage.
[1 mark]
2.
What is the main purpose of this letter?
[2 marks]
3.
Identify the closing phrase used in the letter.
[1 mark]
B

Grammar Focus: Formal Sentences

Complete the following exercises to practice correct sentence structure for formal letters.
1.
Choose the correct form of the verb to complete the sentence: "I ____ (write) this letter to request a refund."
[1 mark]
Aa) write
Bb) wrote
Cc) am writing
Dd) writes
2.
Rewrite the sentence in a formal tone: "You guys need to fix this right now."
[2 marks]
3.
Fill in the blank with an appropriate punctuation mark: "Please find attached the documents____"
[1 mark]
C

Identifying Techniques in Formal Writing

Analyze the following sentence and identify the grammatical technique used.
1.
What grammatical technique is used to show contrast in this sentence?
[2 marks]
D

Creative Writing: Compose a Formal Application Letter

Write a formal application letter applying for a summer internship at a local company. Use proper format, tone, and structure.
1.
Your letter should include an introduction, body paragraph(s), and a closing statement. Include at least three reasons why you are suitable for the internship.
E

Common Errors in Formal Letters

Identify and correct the errors in the following sentence: "I am writing this letter to inform you about a problem I have been facing. Please respond quickly."
1.
Rewrite the sentence with correct grammar and tone suitable for a formal letter.

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Created
1/1/2026
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