Abraham writes a letter to his friend Daniel updating him on his new boarding school. He says that he is very happy at his new school, which has spacious classrooms and dorms as well as excellent facilities like a library, science labs, and sports areas. However, the school also has strict schedules and discipline policies. Though it was an adjustment, Abraham is beginning to adapt to the rules and believes he will have an interesting and enjoyable life at the school, despite missing his friends like Daniel.

1. No 11, Pearl Road,
43000 Kajang, Selangor
Malaysia
9 July 2009
Dear Daniel,
How have you been? I hope my letter finds you in the
best of health and spirits. It has been almost a month since I
transferred to the boarding school.
I am very happy in my new school. The classes and
dormitories here are very spacious and cozy. There are well-
equipped science laboratories and a huge library with a great
collection of books. Our school also has amazing sport
facilities such as swimming pool, horse riding trek and
archery range.
On the other hand, this school implements strict
timetables. We are required to be punctual for all classes
including academic and extracurricular ones. There is also a
very strict discipline about uniform, behavior and cleanliness.
Though it was difficult when I came here for the first time, I
am now beginning to adapt to the rules here.
I believe my life here will be interesting and enjoyable.
Although I have made many new friends here, I still miss you
and our friends. Please, send my regards to your parents.
Yours sincerely,
Abraham
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2. Exercise 1
Write a letter to your brother who has transferred to a boarding school. Write your
answer between 50 and 80 words.
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3. Exercise 2
Write a letter to your favorite sport person. Tell him about yourself and what you love
about his profession. Ask at least three questions. Write your answer between 50
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4. Exercise 3
A friend of yours who lives in another country wants to spend a two-week holiday in
Malaysia. She has written asking for information and advice. Write a letter to her.
Write your answer between 50 and 80 words.
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