Стр.40-41 Модуль 2 ГДЗ Starlight Баранова 8 класс
2i Writing Formal letters/emails of complaint Writing Tip We usually write letters/emails of complaint in a formal style. In the first paragraph, we write our opening remarks, including our reason for writing and a brief description of the problem.
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2i Writing
Formal letters/emails of complaint
Writing Tip
We usually write letters/emails of complaint in a formal style.
In the first paragraph, we write our opening remarks, including our reason for writing and a brief description of the problem.
In the main body paragraphs, we present details about what the problem(s) is/are, including examples/ reasons/justifications. We use a variety of linking words/phrases e.g., although, despite, as a result, but, however, to link the complaints to their examples/ reasons.
In the final paragraph, we include the action we request to be taken e.g., get a refund/a replacement/an apology and our closing remarks. We can use mild or strong language to express our complaints depending on our feelings or the seriousness of the complaint. Mild Complaint: / am writing to complain about .../I hope you will deal with the matter quickly. Strong Complaint: / am writing to express my disgust at the .../I insist upon full compensation or I will be forced to take this matter further.
Dear Sir/Madam,
1 I am writing to complain about an mp3 player order I placed through your website www.shop.com on 18th April. Unfortunately, I experienced a number of problems with the product, as detailed below.
2 I ordered a Cooltunes 1004 mp3 player and, despite the promise that I would receive the item within 5 working days, it did not arrive until 2nd May, over 10 days later. To make matters worse, when I eventually received the mp3 player, it was badly scratched. Furthermore, the product description on your site stated that a case was included. However, this was missing.
3 I would appreciate it if you could replace the mp3 player, and include a case. In addition, I feel I deserve an explanation for the delay. I am sending the item back to you together with my invoice.
4 I look forward to your prompt reply.
Yours faithfully,
Jane Morley
1 a) Read the email and match the headings below (A-D) to the paragraphs (1-4).
A details of your complaint
В reason for writing & brief description of problem
C action requested
D closing comments
b) Is it a mild or strong email of complaint?
2 Copy and complete the table with the complaints and their justifications.
3 Decide if the sentences are opening or closing remarks. Which are strong/mild complaints? Compare with your partner.
1 I am writing to express my total dissatisfaction with the mp3 player I recently bought from ... .
2 I insist on an apology, as well as a full refund.
3 I hope you will look into the matter promptly and replace ... .
4 I am writing to inform you that I was very disappointed with the product I recently bought from ...
Clauses of concession
4 a) Read the examples.
Although/Even though + clause
Although I had ordered a size M black dress, I was sent a size L red one.
In spite of/Despite + noun/-ing form/the fact that
Despite being assured of receiving a refund, still have not been sent one.
Despite your assurance that I would receive a refund...
Despite the fact that I was assured of receiving a refund... .
b) Join the complaints to their examples/ reasons, using the linking words/ phrases in brackets.
1 The product description said the remote control would work with any TV. I tried it and it didntaskt work with my TV. (despite)
2 The dress I ordered still hasntaskt arrived. The website said I would receive it last week. (in spite of)
3 The webpage stated the DVD player was multi-regional. It can only play region-2 DVDs. (however)
4 The camera isntaskt in very good condition. The seller said it was as good as new. (despite the fact that)
5 The bag I received is plastic. I had ordered a leather one. (in spite of)
Linking words
5 Find the correct word. Compare with your partner.
1) Although the bag was supposed to be delivered within three working days, I still have not received it. 2) Furthermore, when I tried to contact you, the person who answered the phone was very rude to me 3) and kept me holding the line for ten minutes before she aggressively said that my order had been dispatched and would be delivered the day after. 4) However, I still have not received anything. As a regular customer of yours I feel very disappointed with the way I have been treated. 5) Therefore, I would like to cancel my order and I also expect to receive a written apology.
6 Read the rubric, and answer the questions in the plan. Write your email of complaint (120-180 words). Use phrases from the Useful Language box.
You recently ordered an item from the website www.greatshopping.com, but you were very disappointed when it arrived. Write an email of complaint (150-200 words) explaining the reasons for your complaint and stating what you want the company to do.
Plan
Para 1: What are your opening remarks/your reason for writing? (I am writing to complain... which I ordered...)
Para 2: What exactly are your complaints? (I ordered... but... . To make matters worse ...)
Para 3: What do you want the company to do? (I would appreciate it if you ...)
Para 4: How will you end your email? (I look forward to...)
Useful language
Opening remarks: (Mild) I am writing to complain about/ regarding/on account of/because of/on the subject of .../I am writing to draw your attention to .../I am writing to you in connection with ..., etc.
(Strong) I was appalled at/I want to express my strong dissatisfaction with/I feel I must protest/complain about, etc.
Closing Remarks: (Mild) I hope/assume you will replace/I trust the situation will improve/I hope the matter will be resolved/I hope we can sort this matter out amicably, etc.
(Strong) I insist you replace the item at once/I demand a full refund/I hope that I will not be forced to take further action, etc.