Ishaan’s friend Dev, who lives in Mysuru, has won the first prize in a state-level painting contest. Ishaan writes to congratulate him. Choose the most appropriate opening line for the body of his letter:
Answer & explanation
Correct answer: option 2
The correct answer is Option (2) → I was delighted to hear that you have won the first prize in the state-level painting contest.
The opening line starts the body and gives the reason for writing. Ishaan is writing to a friend to congratulate him. So the line should be warm and should mention the prize. This line does both.
Why the Other Options are Incorrect?
Option 1: We are pleased to inform you that your painting has won the first prize. — Incorrect. It is a formal line that the organisers of the contest would use to announce the result.
Option 3: Once again, many congratulations, and do write back soon. — Incorrect. It is a closing line. “Once again” shows that the congratulations were already given earlier in the letter.
Option 4: I wish to complain that the results of the painting contest were announced very late. — Incorrect. It opens a letter of complaint. Ishaan is writing to congratulate his friend.