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Welcome back toIntegrated English
Writing
AttendancePlease raise your hand
and say “HERE!”
Class Email List
Does everyone have the textbook?
Course SyllabusHandout
English NicknamesNameDanielNicholasDennisJenniferKateWhitney
MeaningRuler of the WorldVictoryWild or CrazyWhite WavePureIsland
English NicknamesMale names: www.world-english.org/boys_names.htm
Female names: www.world-english.org/girls_names.htm
Unit 1: Somewhere to stayTask: Write an email to a hotel
(pages 10-13)
Types of Accommodationspage 10
You can stay at a hotel.
You can stay at a motel / an inn.
You can stay at a beach resort.
You can stay at a mountain/ski lodge.
You can stay at a youth hostel.
You can stay at a guest house / a bed and
breakfast.
You can stay in a self-catering apartment.
You can stay in a cruise ship cabin.
You can stay in a bungalow.
Two Email Examplespage 11
Answer these questions with your partner:
1. What type of accommodation is each group inquiring about?
2. Who are the people in each group?3. What requirements and special needs does
each group have?4. When will Group 1 be checking in and checking
out?5. What kinds of rooms does Group 1 need?6. What kinds of beds does Group 2 need?7. What does “facilities” mean?8. What does “full board” mean?
Types of Rooms
Single Room
Double Room
Types of Beds
King-Size Bed
Queen-Size Bed
Full-Size/Double Bed
Twin/Single Bed
Cot
Choose a Hotelpage 11
Useful Expressionspage 12
SalutationHello,Dear Sir/Madam,Dear (hotel name),
* Do NOT forget to write a comma after the salutation!
Paragraph #1:Where you found out about the hotel
I read about your hotel …on the Internetin a newspaper / magazine / travel guide
I heard about your hotel …on the radioon TVfrom a friend / a coworker / a travel agent
Paragraph #2:Explain the purpose of your stay
We are planning to visit (city name) …for vacation / businessto attend a conference / a seminarto go sightseeingfor our honeymoonfor a wedding / funeral
Paragraph #2:Describe your main requirements
Do you have (number) room(s) available for (number) night(s) in (month)?
We plan to stay from (MM/DD) to (MM/DD).
We need the following: …
These are our requirements: …
Here are our details: …
Paragraph #3:Describe your special needs
Does your hotel offer … ? If so, … ? / If not, … ?wireless Internet servicefull board / half boardroom serviceearly check-in / late check-outairport shuttle service
Does your hotel have … ? If so, … ? / If not, … ?wheel chair access a spaa swimming pool a bara meeting room a karaoke room
Paragraph #4:Ask for extra information
I have (number) more questions:
Can we pay by credit card / debit card / in won?
What is the check-in / check-out time?
How far is it (by car / bus / bicycle / on foot) to the nearest (beach / shopping mall / museum / local sights / Korean restaurant / … )?
Do you have any special (offers / packages) available?
Could you send me more information about … ?
ClosingThank you,Sincerely,Sincerely yours,Awaiting your reply,
* Do NOT forget to write a comma after the closing!
Writing TipsYour writing should be very polite, so … Write in short, clear sentences Avoid using contractions (e.g. I’ll I will) Use formal English (e.g. gonna going to) Start a new paragraph for each new topic
Write an Email to a Hotelpage 12 (b and c)
Scenario: You are planning to go on a trip to Europe with your friends during summer vacation. Choose one of the hotels on page 11, and write an email to the hotel. Remember, one of your friends is blind! Plan your email (part b) and write your email (part c) with 4 paragraphs. Do not forget to write a salutation and a closing. Be creative and have fun!
Homework1. Choose an English nickname and make a
nametag. Bring it to class next time. Be sure to write down three activities you like.
2. Finish writing your email. Then, type your email, print it, and bring it to class next week on Monday.
See you next time!
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