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Engl 59: Inquiry Letter Criteria

Questions for Evaluating an Inquiry Letter

  1. Has the writer got to the point right away?
  2. Is the letter specific concerning what the writer wants to know?
  3. Does the letter contain the reasons for the request?
  4. Does the letter specify when the writer needs the information?
  5. Has the writer emphasized the "You Attitude" throughout? Are the style and tone appropriate? Does the letter convey the impression that the writer is courteous, professional, easy to work with?
  6. Has the writer used white space and paragraphing effectively? Has the writer used an appropriate and consistent full-block format and page layout with all the necessary parts of the letter included?
  7. Is the language clear, concise, and contemporary? Has the writer proofread effectively for grammatical, spelling, and punctuation errors?

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