Functional Writing Formats – English Language Paper One

This 36-page guide covers the formats used in functional writing for English Language Paper One. It sets out the structure of simple, investigative, on-the-spot and confidential reports. It also covers informal letters and many kinds of formal letters, including application, resignation, complaint, apology, enquiry, letters to the editor, congratulation, thank-you, condolence and invitation letters. Each format comes with a numbered list of its parts and a sample question. A skeleton layout shows where the addresses, date, salutation, reference line, paragraphs and sign-off go. Short notes explain what each letter should say and the tone it should use. Learners can use it to revise for secondary school examinations such as UCE.