FCE Formal Letter

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Complete the letter using these pairs of words (only one word is correct). Drag and drop the best alternative.
energetic
lively
you accept
are accepted
I look
I am looking
advertisement
advert
begin
commence
Yours faithfully
Yours sincerely
in order to
to
Finally
In the end
I'm
I am
need
require
Dear Sir,
writing to inquire about your in the November issue of Cat Lovers magazine. I am interested in cat obedience classes but I would be grateful if you could send me further details.
Firstly, I would like to know what breeds of cats for the classes and whether the cat must be a certain age take part. I have a seven-month-old female British Shorthair which I am anxious to train. She is very and especially has to learn how to interact with people. , I also information on the cost of the course, when it will and how long it is likely to last.

forward to hearing from you.
,
G. P. Blackmore
G. P. BLACKMORE (Ms)
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INCORRECT!

You should avoid contractions (won't, shouldn't, can't etc.) Use full words (will not, should not, cannot etc.)
The correct answer is 'I am'

INCORRECT!

We do not use abbreviations in formal letters (phone, fridge, exam etc.) You should use (telephone, refrigerator, examination etc.) instead. The correct answer is 'advertisement'

INCORRECT!

We prefer passive voice in formal letters.
The correct answer is 'are accepted'.

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'To' and 'in order to' are used to show the purpose or effect of an action. 'In order to' is more formal than to.
The correct answer is 'in order to'.

INCORRECT!

Avoid using colloquial words (cool, place, brainy etc.) You should use (interesting, house, intelligent etc.)
The correct answer is 'energetic'.

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'Finally' is more formal than 'in the end'
The correct answer is 'Finally'.

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'Require' is more formal than 'need'
The correct answer is 'require'.

INCORRECT!

Avoid using colloquial words (cool, place, brainy etc.) You should use (interesting, house, intelligent etc.)
The correct answer is 'commence'.

INCORRECT!

'Look forward to' is more formal than 'looking forward to'
The correct answer is 'I look'.

INCORRECT!

If you begin 'Dear Sir' or 'Dear Madam', end with 'Yours faithfully'.
If you begin with a name, end with 'Yours sincerely'.
The correct answer is 'Yours faithfully'.