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Lesson 1: Reading & Writing NEW FRIENDS

Part 1

Read the letter below.

University of America
Where every student is special.

3256 22nd Street
Minneapolis, Minnesota 55416
800-852-7946
Ms. Renee Maria Smith
254 Larry Lane
St. Petersburg, Florida 33701-4313
April 29, 2013

Dear Ms. Smith,
Congratulations! It is my pleasure to tell you that you have been accepted to University of
America. To keep your place in the University of America's class entering August 2013 and
graduating May 2017, please fill in the form and send it to us.
Again, let me say congratulations. I wish you the best in your studies at University of
America.
Sincerely,
Mr. Andre Fiori
Director of Admissions

Complete the sentences.
1. Her first name is ________ _
2. Her middle name is ---------

3. Her last name is---------
4. This is a formal---------

5. The last name of the Director of Admissions is ________ _
PAIR WORK Discuss the questions.

In your country, is it difficult to get into university? Do most people want to go to university? Give
reasons for your answers.

Part2
Write a short, formal letter to Mr. Fiori. Tell him you are happy you can go to his university.

Part3

In a group, share what you have written to Mr. Fiori. What are some different reasons why your
classmates are happy about attending his university?