Introduction
When you need information, you can use all kinds of sources. We are going to ask for information using e-mail. You will choose 2 or 3 of the topics listed below and write the e-mail. Preferably, choose one that will provide you with information that you can really use. You have to pay attention to:
Assignment
Form groups of 3 and write an e-mail asking a company or organization for information for:
Make sure that you explain clearly what you will be using the information for. Send the e-mail and wait for the reply.
Show your work and the reply as well as the information that you received to your teacher.
When you need information, you can use all kinds of sources. We are going to ask for information using e-mail. You will choose 2 or 3 of the topics listed below and write the e-mail. Preferably, choose one that will provide you with information that you can really use. You have to pay attention to:
- Form and lay-out in relation to the medium you are using
- Spelling
- Vocabulary
- Grammar
- Tone of voice
Assignment
Form groups of 3 and write an e-mail asking a company or organization for information for:
- A project at school;
- A general subject like politics (e.g. asking them to send you the party program);
- A human interest subject (ask Greenpeace or Amnesty International);
- Information on your holiday destination next year;
- A subject related to your future profession;
- An industry fair in your field of work.
Make sure that you explain clearly what you will be using the information for. Send the e-mail and wait for the reply.
Show your work and the reply as well as the information that you received to your teacher.