ACTIVITY 1
Instructions: Arrange the jumbled letters in each of the items below to form the correct word. Use
context clues to determine the meaning.
1.______ A noitatulas is a greeting used in a letter or other communication. It can be formal or informal.
The most common form of it in an English letter includes the recipient's given name or title.
2.______ Ssenetilop strategy is a particular strategy used in communication to maintain and develop
relationship. It is defined as “the means employed to show awareness of another person’s face.”
3.______ In writing, noitcid is the strategic choice of words based on the audience, context, or situation.
4.______In kcolb format, the entire text is left aligned and single spaced. The exception to the single
spacing is a double space between paragraphs.
5.______ A tseuqer letter is a formal letter or a document that is written in the context of requesting
anything from an official. It is a formal way of demanding a favor from high officials or
administrative personalities.
Instruction: Identify each of the parts of the letter of request below. Choose from the pool of words
inside the box. Write each part on the space provided on the letter itself.
ACTIVITY 2
Instructions: Identify which part of a letter of request is described in each of the statements below.
Encircle your answer in each item.
1.______ I am the part where you write the details of your letter of request. I contain a short
introduction explaining why you are writing.
2.______ I am the greeting you use in your letter.
3. I am a personalized block of text automatically appended at the bottom of the letter.
4. I contain the name and address of the writer of the letter.
5. I contain the name of the person the letter is addressed to.
Instructions: Read and analyze the letter of request below. Be ready to answer questions about it.
1. Who is the author of the letter? What is his role?
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2. What is the author’s purpose in writing the letter?
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3. Who is the target reader in writing the letter of request?
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ACTIVITY 3
Instructions: Determine whether each of the statements belongs to author’s role, purpose or target
readers. Write your answer on the space provided.
1. Individuals or organizations may write letters of request to government officials or agencies when
seeking information, permits, funding, or other forms of support. __________
2. The author should provide his contact information and express willingness to provide further
clarification or answer any questions the recipient may have. Additionally, he may set expectations
for follow-up communication or actions. __________
3. The author may be asking for authorization to proceed with a certain action, project, or initiative.
__________
4. The author may be interested in acquiring a service or product that the recipient provides. __________
5. Individuals or entities may write letters of request to individuals or organizations in positions of
authority (such as community leaders, experts in a field, or influencers) when seeking
endorsements, sponsorship, or advocacy for a cause or initiative. __________
6. Employees may write letters of request addressed to their supervisors or managers when they
need approval for time off, resources for a project, or assistance with a work-related matter. __________
7. The author must clearly communicate what he is requesting. Ambiguity can lead to
misunderstandings or delays in fulfilling the request. __________
8. Before sending the letter, the author should carefully review and proofread it to ensure clarity,
correctness, and professionalism. __________
9. Individuals or groups may write letters of request to nonprofit organizations when seeking
donations, volunteering opportunities, partnership agreements, or other forms of support.
__________
10. Depending on the recipient's position and relationship with the author, the letter should be
addressed accordingly (e.g., using appropriate titles and salutations). __________
Instructions: For this individual activity, research the top environmental concerns in the Philippines and
identify the most pressing issue in your own barangay or community. Write a formal request letter to your
Barangay Captain, detailing the environmental issue, its impact on the community, and proposing
practical solutions for addressing it. Be clear, respectful, and provide well-reasoned suggestions in your
letter.
