STUDY GUIDE FOR WRITING
LONGER TRANSACTIONAL TEXTS
ENGLISH
GRADE 10
,4. LONGER TRANSACTIONAL TEXTS
Transactional writing texts are either a response or an initiation of a
response. As implied, these texts are a transaction. For example, a letter
of appreciation will possibly yield a response, as much as a speech will
get the audience won over or yelling in disagreement.
Expected Length of texts
Differences between Informal and Formal letters.
, 4.1 Informal letter
Example of an informal letter
Instruction
Your uncle sent you money to pay for your matric farewell outfit. Write a
letter to thank him for his contribution.
LONGER TRANSACTIONAL TEXTS
ENGLISH
GRADE 10
,4. LONGER TRANSACTIONAL TEXTS
Transactional writing texts are either a response or an initiation of a
response. As implied, these texts are a transaction. For example, a letter
of appreciation will possibly yield a response, as much as a speech will
get the audience won over or yelling in disagreement.
Expected Length of texts
Differences between Informal and Formal letters.
, 4.1 Informal letter
Example of an informal letter
Instruction
Your uncle sent you money to pay for your matric farewell outfit. Write a
letter to thank him for his contribution.
