LIT 031, LO2, LO6 PRACTICAL PURPOSES
LETTERS
Write a detailed letter following one of the examples below on this page:
Length: About 600 words
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LETTER OF COMPLAINT
JOB APPLICATION LETTER
LETTER TO THE EDITOR ( ABOUT AN ISSUE)
SAMPLE JOB APPLICATION LETTER
John Donaldson
8 Sue Circle
Smithtown, CA 08067
909-555-5555
john.donaldson@gmail.com
7 June 2012
George Gilhooley
XYZ Company
87 Delaware Road
Hatfield, CA 08065
Dear Mr. Gilhooley,
I am writing to apply for the programmer position advertised in the Times
Union. As requested, I am enclosing a completed job application, my
certification, my resume and three references.
The opportunity presented in this listing is very interesting, and I believe that
my strong technical experience and education will make me a very
competitive candidate for this position. The key strengths that I possess for
success in this position include:
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I have successfully designed, developed, and supported live use applications
I strive for continued excellence
I provide exceptional contributions to customer service for all customers
With a BS degree in Computer Programming, I have a full understanding of
the full life cycle of a software development project. I also have experience in
learning and excelling at new technologies as needed.
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Please see my resume for additional information on my experience.
I can be reached anytime via email at john.donaldson@gmail.com or my cell
phone, 909-555-5555.
Thank you for your time and consideration. I look forward to speaking with
you about this employment opportunity.
Sincerely,
John Donaldson
SAMPLE COMPLAINT LETTER
Ken Thomas
65 Market Street
Val Haven, CT 95135
June 30, 2004
Customer Service
Cool Sports, LLC
8423 Green Terrace Road
Asterville, WA 65435
Dear Sir or Madam:
I have recently ordered a new pair of soccer cleats (item #6542951) from your website on June
21. I received the order on June 26. Unfortunately, when I opened it, I saw that the cleats were
used. The cleats had dirt all over it and there was a small tear in front of the part where the left
toe would go. My order number is AF26168156.
To resolve the problem, I would like you to credit my account for the amount charged for my
cleats; I have already went out and bought a new pair of cleats at my local sporting goods store so
sending another would result in me having two pairs of the same cleats.
Than you for taking the time to read this letter. I have been a satisfied customer of your company
for many years and this is the first time I have encountered a problem. If you need to contact me,
you can reach me at (555) 555-5555.
Sincerely,
Signature
Ken Thomas
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SAMPLE LETTER TO THE EDITOR
Am I the alone in despising everything that the Olympics represents and the collusion of the media in
promoting this woeful event? The Olympics is a form of nationalistic muscle flexing. Both rich and poor
nations sacrifice worthier and more fundamental goals to prove themselves to other nations. The
pampered and unconscionably subsidised athlete is but a pawn, a simpleton who has substituted a
balanced life for the childish pursuit of being the fastest. The stupidity of the public should never be
underestimated: a vast cohort of obese and unfit spectators are willingly infantilised by the circus.
Programs and facilities for healthier lives for all citizens are sacrificed for the fatuous glory of
manufactured elite athletes. The Olympics are games of mass distraction; they keep the simple minded
distracted from real global issues such as economic crises, climate change, slavery, famine and war.
Sadly, in the face of all the Olympic propaganda, the media loses objectivity and scepticism and simply
promotes the event, fawning with nationalistic pride over supposed victories.
Kim Wilder
Moonee Ponds
7 June 2012
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