The house for rent [letters for the English practice] 06 June 2016 Dear Madam, I am writing to you to precise the conditions of cheap rent. In fact, I need the house in Brighton. Regrettably, I have to abandon Germany for a long time. And you are able to help me with the first "port" in England. Firstly, I would like to know how cheap rent of your house is. I am a student, therefore I do not have a lot of money. This answer is an essential aspect. Secondly, could you tell me about the setting rules of exploiting your house? I wish to avoid any misunderstandings and conflicts beforehand. Thirdly, I am interested to know what maximum duration you can provide me own house. Mentioned above that I am going to arrive in England for a long term. Generally, I hope that we will not have troubles. I am сoming on the tenth of June. Allow me to know, please, if you are available. I look forward to hearing from you very soon. Yours faithfully, Genrietta Rafteri.

What is the distinction between "Yours faithfully" and "Yours sincerely"? As far as I know, we must use "Yours faithfully" if we are not aware of the addressee`s name. And we must use "Yours sincerely" if we are aware of the addressee`s name. Am I right? P.S. What other variants possible are?

The online shopping [letters for the English practice] Darling Hedwig, How are you? I hope that you are fine. I have not heard from you for ages! I am so glad to have received your letter and know that you have obtained the welcome bicycle by means of the Internet! You had to expect so long. My congratulations! You have asked me whether my family has much experience of online shopping. Frankly speaking, we all - I, sister, mother and father - did not use to exploit the Internet for buying something. Nevertheless, now and then my mother and sister order a number of books in online stores. Therefore, we are sufficiently proficient online shopping users. Besides, my personal latest bargain was a book too. I have bought the novel "Three comrades" by Erich Maria Remarque in German. I am content, because this book is magnificent in all respects: I have received what was promised to me. You have also asked me to say what I think about commercial advertising. Hard to tell unequivocally, because I guess that the aforementioned has a large number of advantages and disadvantages in equal measure. Given this, I remain at the neutral side: no priority and no denial. I am waiting for your answer! Best regards, Genrietta.

The lost book [letters for the English practice] Darling Hedwig, How are you? I hope that you are fine. I have not heard from you for ages! I am writing to you to sincerely apologize. The book "Arch of Triumph" by Erich Maria Remarque, which you gave me last Friday, was lost in a park. Trust me, I am frustrated as well as you may be. I am so sorry and apologize afresh. Do you remember that I am not a quite concentrated person? That is why this vexing thing has happened. I was reading, when a girl came to me and asked to help her with lessons. While I was explaining a grammar rule, the book faded away! (There is only the hopefulness that a thief will assess the Remarque`s creative heritage.) However, I know the glorious bookshop "Black, red and white chains" and I propose you to visit this building with me and buy an identical book, when you will be free from your deeds. Do you agree, comrade? I am looking forward to hearing from you! Best regards, Genrietta.

The advice about education [letters for the English practice] Darling Hedwig, How are you? I hope that you are fine. I have not heard from you for ages! The reason I am writing this letter is an extremely significant element of your future. Is it the truth? Have you decided to refuse education after leaving school? Do you really want to sacrifice studying in favor of working? I have the bases to consider that an indoctrination is what you need in this period of the life. Surely, I respect you and your convictions, but it is a little difficult to understand such a weird choice of yours. In my opinion, this decision is not reasonable. And I can explain why in detail. Firstly, you willfully shorten the childhood. Please, think carefully: when else will you feel yourself comparably free? Secondly, persons without degrees are that kind of people for which it is fairly hard — to navigate in the modern world. Doubtless, you will want to continue specialized training, but your desire may be overdue. Beter sooner than later. Thirdly, it is the fact that education in our country is at no cost. As a result, instead of spending money, you receive quality and manifold! To avoid rows and conflicts in your family, to became a self-reliant, formed and honorable person, you have to study till the final victory. In the end, nobody could bother you to choose a form of learning that you could work as well as get education. For instance, I am going to combine studying and working. With the success! According to my letter context, I dare to hope that you will reconsider your decision and select the harsh, but obviously positive life path. I am waiting for your answer! Best regards, Genrietta.

The vacant position [letters for the English practice] Dear Miss Etain, I am writing with regard to the advertisement "Serching for a local translator!" in the magazine "Red Dubliners". The offering profession is what I overly need. For this reason I would love to receive the vacant position of translator. I am eighteen years old. Recently, I have left school. For this moment I do not have a degree. In spite of that fact, I was a student of The Irish Linguistic School during my whole childhood. Over these years I completed learning of the German and the Polish languages. I have no proffesional experience, but I am a confident, a punctual and a stress-resistant person, who am willing to study and work contemporaneously. Besides, I am capable of translating texts well, because of my special sense of languages. To my mind, I am one of the best candidates to be an office translator. I will be grateful if you could consider my application. I am available for interviews any weekdays till six p.m. I look forward to hearing from you. Yours sincerely, Eithne O`Hayes.

The meaning of history [letters for the English practice] Dearest Etain, How are you? I hope that you are very well. I have not heard from you for ages! I am writing this letter to talk over the topic which was mentioned in your last letter. From my point of view, history is absolutely meaningful subject. We, people, must be aware of history excellently, because the future will not exist without the past as the foundation. Additionally, historical glances back are splendid. For these reasons knowing of history is one of the most significant condition (or even requirement) to the modern person. In this sense, I am lucky: my historical classes are absolutely great. Our teacher is a master of her profession, therefore, she know how to teach us fascinatingly. What is the most valuable, the teacher also helps us to draw conclusions. However, I like the Ukrainian language very much. More than history. I am convinced that languages are the initial stages of its histories and the greatest part of this one. What is more, words are my passion. I always receive a great deal of delight from reading. I am looking forward to hearing from you. Best regards, Eithne.

The school assignment [letters for the English practice] Dearest Etain, How are you? I hope that you are very well. I have not heard from you for ages! I am writing you this letter to say “thank” for your substantial help. Doubtless, your participation in the progress of the implementation of my school assignment was irreplaceable. You are an angel! I am really grateful. What is more, we have performed the school task absolutely grandly! My teacher expressed her great astonishment. Among other things, she noticed that my (more correctly - our) assignment was a benchmark toward other tasks. I am convinced that she was maximally contented. Ergo, we have the right to organize a little pizza feast at my home. What are you thinking of celebrating our achievement on Friday? Please, do not abandon my offer. You have deserved it. I am looking forward to hearing from you! Kind regards, Your Eithne.

The Scottish cycling holiday [letters for the English practice] Dearest Etain! How are you? I hope you are very well. I have not heard from you for ages. Consequently, I am so happy that I have received a letter from you! I am writing to you to approve your invitation. I am glad to receive this offer. Thank you a lot! Definitely, it is a great idea to have a Scottish cycling holiday with you, my dear comrade. Your proposal is engaging for me. In fact, I am absolutely exhausted in recent times, therefore, a rest can be a healing pastime. In addition, I like your company and cycling as well as Scottish. (I fervently dream to visit this fantastic country!) We need to organize our cycling holiday. What about tickets, accommodation and food? I can take care of routine items of our rest. And even do not think to be disagree! I wish to do this. I am looking forward to hearing from you. Best wishes, Eithne.