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Write an opening part of business letter by using the words provided.
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Example: (Apology/delay)

I am writing this letter on behalf of my company to apologize for the delay in the product shipping.
1. (Information/trademark)
......................................................................................................................................................
2. (Apology/merger)
.....................................................................................................................................................
3. (Information/remuneration)
.....................................................................................................................................................
4. (Apology/invoice)
.....................................................................................................................................................
5. (information/deficit)
.....................................................................................................................................................

B Listening

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Listening for apology and giving information

1 Write an informational letter

Suppose that you are a staff coordinator and you have to write an informational letter for a new
employee. Listen to the recording and complete the unfinished letter.

Dear Mr/Ms .............................

First of all, it is a great pleasure that I welcome you to our company. As a staff coordinator, I would
like to give several information regarding to various changes in our office.
First, The Head of Department, Mr James Watson, will (1).......................and his replacement is

starting at (2)....................... Second, since staff car park is under construction, staff may park vehicles
at (3)............................... if arriving before (4)................, or at (5)............ after (6)............... Third,
office canteen will use cashless payment. Staff may use (7)........... or (8)....................
Should you have any questions or need additional information, please contact me at any time.

Thank you
Sincerely yours,

Staff Coodinator

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