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3.What solution does the writer propose to the problem? Include one indoor tennis court in
the new recreation center.
4.How would you describe the tone of the letter? calm and politeExercise 2 Write a letter of opinion to your school or community paper about an issue
that is important to you, or choose one of the following topics. Use the guidelines above
in drafting your letter.
a change in a school rule safety in your community
a needed facility at your school a way to beautify your community
Letters should state the problem clearly near the beginning of the letter and offer a solution. Supporting
details should be included to illustrate the problem and/or justify the solution offered. The tone of the
letter should be courteous.