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1. Format a
modifi ed block
style lett er.
W
hen writi ng a thank you lett er, there are a few simple rules to follow.
The objecti ve is to keep the style casual yet sincere. Try to let your
personality show through in your writi ng and choose words that demonstrate
confi dence and sincerity. In this acti vity, you will compose a thank you lett er
addressed to Double-Decker Café & Pastry Parlor and format it into a modifi ed
block style lett er.
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Thank You Lett er
1. Open a NEW document in Word.
Unless otherwise stated, the font should be 12 point Times New Roman.
2. Set the page margins as follows: Top to 2", Left , Right, and Bott om to 1".
3. Insert a header that includes the acti vity number and ti tle left aligned, and your
name right aligned. Type the header in all caps.
4. Set the left aligned tab at 3.25".
5. Review
Figure 23-1
to reference the proper format and parts of a modifi ed
block style lett er.
6. Type the handwritt en thank you lett er provided in
Figure 23-2
and format it
in a modifi ed block style lett er format. Type your home address as the return
address, the current date for the date, and your full name as the sender's name.
7. Carefully proofread the document for spelling, grammar, and accuracy.
8. Save the document as THANKYOU.
9. Print the document if required by your instructor.
10. Using a blue or black pen, sign your name in the signature block of the lett er.
NEW SKILL
ACTIVITY
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