thanks letter.

Spring, 2015

Structure

· My paper has a clear introduction, body and conclusion.

· The paper has two or three paragraphs that are generally 2 4 sentences in length. 5 sentences max per paragraph.

· The paper is less than one page.

· The paper follows an appropriate thank you letter format.

· My file is in Microsoft Word .docx format, uncompressed.

Introduction

· The introduction identifies the occasion of meeting and the reason for thanking the recipient.

· The introduction is brief and positive.

Body

· The body adds detail to the occasion of meeting and the reason for thanking the recipient.

· The material is sincere and authentic.

Conclusion

· This brief paragraph briefly repeats the thanks and leaves contact information if appropriate.

· No new material is introduced in the conclusion.

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General Guidelines for Good Writing

· I have proofread my paper. I have read it aloud at least once.

· I have eliminated “vampire words” {quite, fairly, sometimes, often, may, things} unless they are absolutely necessary. (Use your word processor’s search tool. Unless you are writing a Dr. Seuss book, the word “thing” should not be in your writing.)

· I am consistent in my use of tense and voice (active, passive).

· I use active voice.

· My paper is less than a page long.