Informal Letters Quiz - CBSE Class 10 English

Free practice quiz: Informal Letters (CBSE Class 10 English). 15 multiple-choice questions with answers and explanations. Play online, no sign-up needed.

This CBSE Class 10 English practice quiz has 15 multiple-choice questions on Informal Letters, and 15 of them come with an explanation. Try the 5 sample questions below (tap an option to check yourself), then play the full quiz online. No sign-up needed.

Sample questions

1. What is an informal letter?

   1. A letter written to a friend or family member
   2. A letter written for official purposes
   3. A letter written to a stranger
   4. A letter written in a formal tone
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   Answer: A. A letter written to a friend or family member

   An informal letter is typically written to someone known personally, like a friend or family member, and has a casual tone.

2. What should be included in the body of an informal letter?

   1. Personal experiences and emotions
   2. Legal terms
   3. Statistical data
   4. Formal addresses
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   Answer: A. Personal experiences and emotions

   The body of an informal letter is where the writer shares personal stories and feelings, making it a friendly communication.

3. How do you maintain a conversational style in an informal letter?

   1. Using long sentences
   2. Including rhetorical questions
   3. Strictly following grammatical rules
   4. Avoiding personal anecdotes
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   Answer: B. Including rhetorical questions

   Rhetorical questions can make the letter feel more engaging and conversational, drawing in the reader as if speaking face-to-face.

4. Why should you consider your audience when writing an informal letter?

   1. To ignore their feelings
   2. To justify not writing back
   3. To tailor your language and content
   4. To maintain a formal approach
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   Answer: C. To tailor your language and content

   Considering your audience ensures that the tone and content resonate with them, making the letter more effective and engaging.

5. What role does the closing signature play in an informal letter?

   1. Signifies the end
   2. Adds professionalism
   3. Is unnecessary
   4. Confuses the reader
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   Answer: A. Signifies the end

   The closing signature signifies that the letter is complete, giving a sense of closure to the communication.

More questions in this quiz

Answers and explanations are in the full quiz.

1. Which of the following is the correct greeting for an informal letter?
2. In an informal letter, what is often used to express emotions?
3. Why should you use a friendly tone in an informal letter?
4. Which of the following is a common reason for writing an informal letter?
5. How can you make an informal letter more personal?
6. How important is the use of paragraphs in an informal letter?
7. What effect does using humor have in an informal letter?
8. How should you address a family member in an informal letter?
9. What is a common topic to discuss in an informal letter to a friend?
10. Why might someone write an informal letter instead of an email or text?

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