How to write a letter of invitation Joyce 智慧林 2 Learning Objectives 1 Understand the general structure of a letter of invitation. Analyze the strategies used in writing supporting sentences. 3 Summarize sentence patterns used to write a letter of invitation. 4 Write a letter of invitation coherently and completely. What makes a good invitation letter? Here is a passage written by Li Hua, inviting Henry to visit a paper-cutting exhibition. Dear Henry, I am Li hua, a student from your writing class. I am excited to know there will be a paper-cutting exhibition, where you can have a close look at traditional Chinese culture as you always wish. I am writing to invite you to come with me. There are some details about the paper-cutting exhibition. The exhibition will be held from 9:00 am to 5:30 next Friday in Renming Park. Not only will all kinds of paper-cutting works created by famous artists of this field be on show that day, but a lot of useful and interesting activities will be held. Besides, you can also make a paper-cutting by yourself if you are interested. What’s more, whoever presents will be given a work of paper-cutting as a gift. Since you are fond of traditional Chinese culture, I think this is a great opportunity that you can not miss. I sincerely hope you will accept my invitation if it is convenient to you. Looking forward to your reply. Yours, Li Hua I. Read through the passage quickly and find out the structure and then fill in the blanks. structure main points and expansion Para1_____ of writing Para.2 _____of the activity what: when: where: Para.3 _____ intention details to visit a paper-cutting exhibition Expectation & appreciation hope, accept, look forward to Beginning Part1: ①I am Li hua, a student from your writing class.② I am excited to know there will be a paper-cutting exhibition, where you can have a close look at traditional Chinese culture as you always wish.③ I am writing to invite you to come with me. ① self-introduction: I am … , a 17-year-old teenager studying in… I am…, who… greeting: How are you doing? How’s everything going? ② background: I am excited to know…/ Knowing that… ③ writing purpose: How to express your writing purpose? Part1: 1. I‘m writing to invite you to join us in… 2. It is a great honor for me to invite you to participate in … 3. On behalf of …, I would be very pleased to invite you to ... 4. We’re planning …and wonder if you would like to join us in this activity. 5. I am more than delighted to invite you to … . Conclusion: Ending: expectation & appreciation Part3: ①I sincerely hope you will accept my invitation if it is convenient to you. ②Looking forward to your reply. How to express your expectation? Part3: 1. We faithfully / sincerely hope that you can make it/ attend … and look forward to seeing you. 2. We will be grateful if you are willing to come. 3. I would appreciate it if you could accept my invitation. 4. Would you please drop me a line/call me at… to let ... ...
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