Explain the components of an informal letter and write a letter to your parents requesting money for a school trip.

Here are the solutions to your questions.

Question 1:
Tell what is supposed to be written in the blocks drawn for an informal letter.

• Block 1: Sender's Address
• Block 2: Date
• Block 3: Salutation (e.g., Dear Mom/Dad)
• Body: Main content of the letter
• Block 4: Complimentary Close (e.g., Love, Yours affectionately)
• Block 5: Sender's Name
• Block 6: Sender's Signature (optional, or Postscript P.S.)

Question 2:
Your school has organised a trip to Lesedi. Write a letter to your mother/father and request for money to pay and pocket money. No of words: 100-120.

[Your Address]
[Your City, Postal Code]
[Date]

Dear Mom/Dad,

I hope this letter finds you well. I'm writing to you with some exciting news about a school trip. Our school has organised an educational excursion to Lesedi Cultural Village, and I am really keen to go.

The trip is scheduled for [e.g., next month, 15th October] and will cost [e.g., R500] for the entrance fee and transport. I would also need some pocket money for snacks and souvenirs, perhaps [e.g., R200]. It promises to be a fantastic opportunity to learn about different cultures and traditions.

Please let me know if you can help me with the funds. I promise to make the most of this experience and share all my learnings with you.

Lots of love,
[Your Name]