Quiz: Letter Writing - Choose the most formal introduction.

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edited March 2016 in IELTS Test
Study the four sample introductions below.

Which one (1) of the letter introductions below is the most formal?

Post your answer in the comment box below.  Also mention WHY you think it's the most formal.

Introduction 1

 

Dear Ms Smith

Thanks for your letter which I received on 24 May.  As I am sure you will appreciate, I am most upset to hear that you were unable to locate my suitcase.

Introduction 2

 

Dear Ms Smith

Thank you for your letter which I received on 24 May.  As I’m sure you will understand, I’m most upset to hear that you were unable to locate my suitcase.

 

Introduction 3

 

Dear Ms Smith

Thank you for your letter which I received on 24 May.  As I am sure you will appreciate, I am most upset to learn that you were unable to locate my suitcase.

Introduction 4

 

Dear Ms Smith

Many thanks for your letter which I received on 24 May.  As I am sure you will appreciate, I was really annoyed to get wind of the fact that you were unable to locate my suitcase.

 
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