类别：咨询信  收信人：熟悉的个人

　　Dear Mr. Richard Bean,

　　I have heard that the company is organising a language study programme, and you are the chief programme administrator. I wonder whether there are still some vacancies left so I could join this programme.

　　I am currently working in the marketing department as a manager assistant. One of our major tasks in this year is to explore the international market. The target countries include Canada, Australia and New Zealand, most of which are English-speaking. As the chance of introducing our products to foreign customers is escalating, I am aware of the importance of developing communication skills in English. Our department head agrees on my plan. Your decision will not only help enrich my language skills, but also help enhance my performance.

　　I understand that the programme will last for two months from July to August, but I am convinced that my colleagues are capable enough to cope with my work over that period, as the busiest season normally starts from September. Please take my request into consideration, and I am looking forward to your favourable reply at an early date.

　　Sincerely yours,

　　Joanna Hopkins

　　Topic 11: You planed to have a meeting, but cancelled it for some reasons. You are writing to your business partner. In your letter, you

　　Explain reasons

　　Suggest date and venue of a new meeting

　　Apologise for your absence

　　类别：道歉信  收信人：熟悉的个人

　　Dear Mr. Gavin Levis,

　　I am writing to you in some embarrassment and with many apologies for my failure to attend the meeting we arranged on Feb 25th. If there was any inconvenience my absence may have caused you, please forgive me. I trust you will understand my reasons.

　　First, two machines of the factory I am supervising failed to operate two days before our meeting. I had to organise our technicians to fix the machines so as to avoid downtime. Both machines are folly repaired now and the manufacture is back to normal.

　　Seconds one of my cousins was caught up in a traffic accident. To be frank, he is still in critical condition. As his parents are on a business trip far from home, I have to look after him.

　　I wonder if it is possible for us to arrange a new meting in not too distant future. If it is convenient, Hilton Hotel at 7 p. m. on Feb 27th is a favourable choice for me. If it does not suit your schedule, please notify so that we can make alternative arrangements.

　　I am looking forward to your confirmation.

　　Yours faithfully,…

　　Topic 12: You have a full-time job and an evening course, but for some reason you cannot continue the evening course. In a letter to the course coordinator, you

　　Explain reasons

　　Specify when you want to resume the course

　　Inquire about whether to pay more

　　类别：道歉信  收信人：机构

　　Dear Sir or Madam,

　　I am a student currently finishing an evening course in your school, and I am writing to inquire if it is possible that I can drop out of my class for the time being. There is no problem with Ihe quality of the class or with the service of your school, but please forgive me, for I cannot afford the time at present.

　　As you might know, I am working full time at Telecom Telecommunications Company. One of my colleagues is now having two months maternity leave, and the company cannot find anybody to replace her. I have to work overtime every day to finish arranged work.

　　In addition to my job, my experience in the Spanish language study is another problem. As I am a new learner, I have met difficulty in keeping pace with the class. I think it better for me to do some review work first, before moving into the further stage.

　　If possible, I would like your school to grant me a four-week break. I am expecting to continue my class, once the break is finished. I also wonder whether I should pay any extra money for this arrangement. To save you the trouble of replying, I prefer to telephone you if you permit Please confirm receiving my message at your convenience. Thank you in advance.

　　Yours sincerely,…

　　Topic 13: Write a letter to invite your friend to join a celebration function. In your letter, you

　　Explain the reasons to hold it

　　What you want your friend to do

　　Clarify date and whereabouts

　　类别：邀请信  收信人：熟悉的个人

　　Dear Jacky,

　　I am pleased to invite you to join our little celebration which is currently planned to be held on Feb 23rd. So far we have not yet decided the precise time, but there are a collection of choices about locations, which I want your suggestion, including my office, my home or anywhere you consider convenient. Your earliest response will be highly appreciated, and I will definitely take into consideration all suggestions from you or anybody else being invited, before reaching the final decision. The celebration is mainly concerned with my latest promotion. Without your thorough support, and my other friends and colleagues, it is impossible for me to be promoted, as I have been merely working for the company for half a year. Meanwhile, I feel it a precious chance for us, a group of friends, to come together to hold a relaxing talk and have some delicious food.

　　Please do not bring anything but yourself if you can come over. If you can add some amusements to the celebration, for example, some jokes, I will be greatly pleased. I am looking forward to your reply, and waiting to meet you.

　　Yours truly,…

　　Topic 14: Your leg was injured, and your classmates in the language school visited you with gifts and cards. Write a letter to say thank you.

　　类别：感谢信  收信人：熟悉的团体

　　My dear classmates,

　　How are you doing? I have been missing you so much and I cannot wait to return to the school and join the class as soon as possible. The doctor told me that I am able to recover within 14 days, so it will be not long before I can reunite with you guys.

　　Being arranged with such a class is one of my biggest fortunes. I was not interested in the language study to any extent in the past, but since I joined this class, I have become immersed into the study. Every time when I met a problem, I could receive immediate aids from you guys. With confidence in overcoming those problems, I can continue my study with zeal. Outings, parties、balls, and so forth, all have left me permanent memories.

　　I am also overwhelmed with gratitude that you paid a visit to me with roses (the kind of flower I like most) and cards. I can feel strength from those soothing words you delivered to me. I am expecting to meet you in the class and have everything back to normal.

　　Please send my best regards to our teachers.

　　Yours cordially,...

　　Topic 15: You noticed an advertisement on the Internet and want to apply for the job advertised there. Write a letter to the company. In your letter, you

　　Describe your interest

　　Describe your qualifications (e. g., work experience)

　　Explain the reasons why you think you are suitable for the job

　　类别：求职信  收信人：不熟悉的个人

　　Dear Mr. Jordan,

　　With reference to your advertisement in www. search4job.co.nz, I would very much like to be considered for the vacancy of office junior in your company. Below are particulars of my previous experience:

　　I am at present employed with Flying Limited, having been with them for three years as their sales representative. My only reason for wishing to make a change is that it may improve my position. Prior to ray present job placement, I worked for Anderson Limited for three years, during the last two of which I was a PA. I also acquired much knowledge of international trade in summer internships when I was a college student. I received my Bachelor of Commerce degree in International Trade from St. Johns University.

　　May I stress that I am particularly interested in working in an international business company like yours and have considerable experience in this field. Enclosed is a copy of my curriculum vitae which gives further information.

　　I hope that I may be granted an interview.

　　Yours faithfully,…