English · Class 8
Informal Letters
Learn Informal Letters with notes, examples, and practice questions.
3 sections15–25 min read6 MCQs · 2 examples
Chapter Overview
Informal letters to friends, relatives, and pen pals use warm, conversational language. Class 8 letters share experiences, congratulate, invite, or thank — 150 words with correct format.
Format and Tone
- Address (optional), date, Dear [Name], body, Yours sincerely/lovingly
- Chatty style; questions to the reader
- Can use contractions and exclamations sparingly
Content Ideas
- Describe a trip, festival, or school event
- Invite to birthday or function
- Thank for gift or visit
Solved Examples
Step-by-step solutions — read each step before checking the final answer.
Invitation
Invite friend to your birthday party.
- 1Date, time, venue in body
- 2Warm closing: Hope you can come!
Answer
Informal letter with clear when/where
Closing
Letter to grandmother — suitable subscription?
- 1Family → affectionate close
Answer
Your loving grandson/daughter, [Name]
Key Points to Remember
- ✓ First paragraph often asks about reader's health
- ✓ Main news in middle paragraph(s)
- ✓ End with good wishes or invitation to reply
- ✓ Still need date and proper paragraphs
Exam Tips
- • Match tone to relationship (friend vs uncle)
- • Do not write address of examiner unless asked
- • Stay within word limit
Practice MCQs — Informal Letters
Test your understanding with topic-wise multiple choice questions. Explanations appear after each answer.
Question 1 of 6Score: 0/0
Informal letters use: