Which of the following statements about an informal letter are correct?
(A) An informal letter does not have a subject line.
(B) In an informal letter, the receiver’s address is written below the date.
(C) The language of an informal letter is warm and personal.
(D) Short forms such as ‘I’m’ and ‘can’t’ are not allowed in an informal letter.
Choose the correct answer from the options given below:
Answer & explanation
Correct answer: option 3
The correct answer is Option (3) → (A) and (C) only
(A) An informal letter does not have a subject line. — Correct.
- A subject line is needed only in a formal letter.
(B) In an informal letter, the receiver’s address is written below the date. — Incorrect.
- An informal letter has no receiver’s address.
- The salutation comes right after the date.
(C) The language of an informal letter is warm and personal. — Correct.
- It is written to family and friends, so it reads like a friendly talk.
(D) Short forms such as ‘I’m’ and ‘can’t’ are not allowed in an informal letter. — Incorrect.
- Short forms are avoided in formal letters only.
- They are fine in an informal letter because it is written in an everyday, friendly style.