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Inquiries and requests Letters that ask for information Most requests for information are in direct order. The first step in planning inquiry letter is to determine the reader’s probable reaction. General plan for direct order Begin briefly with the objective—either a specific question or a general request for information Include necessary explanation If a number of questions are involved, list the questions by numbers or bullets, or leave space between questions End with goodwill words adapted to each particular situation Sample: request for information Dear Ingrid: Would you please assist me as I begin my preparation to teach in Jiaotong University this fall. Before I leave for China I’d like to have some ideas on the following items: 1 what kind of students will I teach? 2 what specific courses do you want me to teach? 3 are textbooks available? Should I bring some teaching materials? 4 what degree of proficiency should I have in Chinese language? I will arrive on August 25, a week before the school begins. Though it is four months away, I wish to have a better preparation for the new job. Consequently, receiving these information from you will help me achieve that goal. sincerely You will study in France this fall as exchange student. Inquiry about zinc sheets Dear Sirs: Will you please send us your latest catalog and offer us the best prices based on FOB Hamburg and C.I.F. Shanghai. We know that you are a manufacturer of various Zinc Sheets through the recommendation of the Chamber of Commerce in Hamburg. With more than 30 years’ experience in importing and selling, our company has owned the foremost position in this line in China. We have very good sales channels and distributors in each place. It will be in the best interest of both parties to set up business relations. We appreciated your early reply. Sincerely yours Inquiry about cotton sheets and pillowcases枕套 Dear Ms. Smith: Your Ad for cotton sheets and pillowcases arouse our attention. Would you