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Forms of Writing: 

Forms of Writing

FORMS OF WRITING: 

FORMS OF WRITING You need the right tool to get the job done right. With writing we have several “tools” in our toolbox, each one has a specific purpose and will help you get the job done right. Our toolbox: Reports Memos Letters Essays Brochures

REPORTS: 

REPORTS PURPOSE : A report’s job is to present TRUE and RELIABLE information on a specific topic. WHAT IT LOOKS LIKE : A report is a very FORMAL document. It is usually a long document and contains a lot of research, data, and facts, including graphs. WHEN TO USE IT : Reports are generally used in science classes, history classes and business classes.

MEMOS: 

MEMOS PURPOSE : A memo is used to COMMUNICATE and GIVE DIRECTIONS within an organization (such as a business or school). WHAT IT LOOKS LIKE : A memo is a short, formal document. It is usually includes new instructions or directions. Nowadays memos are often EMAILED. WHEN TO USE IT : Memos are generally used to inform employees of something new or important.

LETTERS: PERSONAL: 

LETTERS: PERSONAL PURPOSE : A personal letter is used to COMMUNICATE with friends and family. WHAT IT LOOKS LIKE : A personal letter is often INFORMAL (it could be handwritten and contain slang). It could be a single paragraph or several pages. WHEN TO USE IT : Personal letters should be used for communication between friends or acquaintances.

LETTERS: BUSINESS: 

LETTERS: BUSINESS PURPOSE : A business letter communicates a CONCERN to a business or manager. WHAT IT LOOKS LIKE : A business letter is FORMAL. It is usually short in length, focusing on an issue that needs to be fixed. WHEN TO USE IT : Business letters are most often used by the public as COMPLAINT letters.

ESSAYS: 

ESSAYS PURPOSE : An essay shares the ideas and opinions of an author on a specific topic. WHAT IT LOOKS LIKE : An essay is FORMAL; it is usually shorter than a report. WHEN TO USE IT : An essay may be assigned in an English or history class, a teacher will ask you to present facts and persuade an audience or justify a position.

BROCHURES: 

BROCHURES PURPOSE : An brochure is an ADVERTISING tool for companies and organizations. WHAT IT LOOKS LIKE : A brochure is usually folded into thirds, it is usually colorful, and contains pictures. WHEN TO USE IT : A brochure is used to CATCH ATTENTION and present information in an interesting, quick way.