Analysis and Annotation of Tone in Letters

English
Year 9
8 questions
~16 mins
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A worksheet focused on analysing tone within letters, encouraging students to identify techniques and reflect on the writer's intent.

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Analysis and Annotation of Tone in Letters

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Grade Year 9
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Understanding Tone in Letters

Dear Sir or Madam, I am writing to express my deep concern regarding the recent changes to the public transportation system in our city. While I appreciate the efforts to modernise the infrastructure, I must emphasise that the sudden implementation has caused significant inconvenience to local residents. It is essential that the authorities consider the impact on daily commuters and seek to address these issues promptly. Yours faithfully, John Smith
1.
What is the overall tone of this letter? Provide a brief explanation.
[2 marks]
2.
Identify one word or phrase that conveys the writer's sense of frustration.
[2 marks]
3.
What technique does the phrase 'must emphasise' use to convey the writer's seriousness?
[2 marks]
4.
How does the writer's choice of words reflect a respectful yet firm tone?
[2 marks]
5.
Identify a technique used in the phrase 'the recent changes to the public transportation system' that adds formality.
[2 marks]
6.
If you were the writer, how might you alter the tone to make it more assertive but still polite?
[4 marks]
7.
Identify and annotate any example of a modal verb in the extract.
[2 marks]
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Created
1/1/2026
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1/1/2026
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