2023年【最新】英语实用文体写作系列-英语应用文写作课程讲义整理.pdf

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1、英语应用文写作课程讲义-Unit 1 Introduction to Practical English Writing Overview of Unit 1 I.Importance of Practical English Writing 1.Practical writing is often ignored.2.It is the requirement of future work.3.Practical writing involves regular varieties of English.II.Varieties of English(语体)1.by situations 2

2、.by status 3.functions 4.time III.Practical English Writing Oral literature Written non-literature IV.Characteristics of Practical English Writing 1.regularity in form 2.simplicity in style 3.briefness in content I.Importance of Practical English Writing As the Internet enters the average home,Engli

3、sh has been receiving greater and greater attention in China.Although English has been taught in China as a foreign language for dozens of years,most students seem to learn English for examinations only.They might be skilled in reading,but few can speak fluent English or write well for practical pur

4、poses.Thats one of the main reasons we should learn practical English writing.Another reason is that,as English majors,you will have to get prepared for future work and studies.When you want to go abroad for advanced studies,you will have to produce many documents,including forms,resume and letters.

5、When you meet strangers,you may send them personal cards for further contact.When you travel in English-speaking countries or guide a foreign sightseeing tour,you should present them with an English tourist guidebook.When you are asked to write English documents for different practical purposes,you

6、should be able to do that.And so on and so forth.A third reason is that practical writing is quite different from general writing.It has several characteristics of its own.This is what the teacher will help you to get familiar with,with the result that each of you can write well for practical purpos

7、es.II.Varieties of English Language varies in form and structure from place to place,from time to time.Such changes in different situations are referred to as varieties of English.By situations,English can fall into formal and informal;by places,English can fall into British English and American Eng

8、lish,even Chinese English;by levels of living,English can fall into many levels characteristic of special social classes;by functions,English can be divided into scientific English,legal English,religion English,literature,news report,advertisements,etc.;and by time,English can also be divided into

9、Old English(449-1100),Middle English(1100-1500)and Modern English(1500-).III.Practical English Writing When we speak of practical English writing,we refer to the varieties of English for practical purposes.As we know,English falls into two fundamental types:written English and oral English.Practical

10、 English writing,in a broad sense,belongs to the former,but it is non-literature.In practice,practical English writing is only part of non-literature written English.It is generally referred to as those common written documents for special purposes and in regular forms.Among the practical English wr

11、iting,the common are as follows:personal or business letter,notice,telegram,telex,contract,advertisement,etc.In addition,some large types of PEW will not be included in our course,and will be dealt with as an independent course.They are business English,tourist English and academic English thesis wr

12、iting,etc.IV.Characteristics of Practical English Writing Just as its name implies,practical English writing lays emphasis on practice.It is this practicability that distinguishes it from either spoken English or literature composition.The characteristics of practical English writing include the fol

13、lowing.One fundamental characteristic of practical English writing is that each type has a regular form.As stylized documents,practical writing is both standard and stable.Another one is its simplicity in style.Different from literature,practical writing pays special emphasis on what is meant to tra

14、nsmit.Except for such special documents as contracts,practical writing is simple in style.A third characteristic lies in its briefness in form.The rapid pace is characteristic of modern work and life.Therefore,people have been paying more and more attention to efficiency.To save time,people usually

15、put complex thought into simple words by brief forms.Unit 2 Note-Writing Note-writing is what is required in TEM-4,in which a note of about 50-60 words will be based on the given situation.We write notes for all kinds of purposes,and note-writing varies from type to type.Generally speaking,a note is

16、 something like a short letter,but simpler in form and often less formal in language.I.Key Elements of a Note:2The date(A note is usually written for the sake of time saving,therefore without the year,or even without the day of the week.)2The Name of the Receiver(The name of the person to whom the n

17、ote is written is certain to be included,but usually without the word“Dear”.)2The message which the note is written to reveal 2The Name of the Writer(Certainly the note will have to tell who writes it.)II.Key Features of Note-Writing:2Simple in form(A note involves few elements and usually takes up

18、only a few lines.In spelling,we often use the abbreviated names of the months;the given name and family name are seldom used together,i.e.,either is OK.)2Informal in style(Here polite greetings are unnecessary,i.e.,we usually address somebody disrespectfully by name without an honorific title.We sel

19、dom use“Dear”,“Sincerely yours”.)2Brief and precise in content(On the one hand,only the key points are included in a note,in which to write is to express.On the other hand,the message must be precise in expression,especially when exact numbers are involved,e.g.,time and phone number.)III.Samples of

20、Note-Writing IV.Follow-Up Practice III.Samples of Note-Writing 1.A Note of Appointments June 3 Jane,We d like to have an outing 8 oclock a.m.on Saturday,June 4.Could you join us and enjoy the spring on Mount Baiyun?Drinks and dessert are ready.Just remember to bring an umbrella.Fisherman 2.A Note of

21、 Apologies Jan.4 Betty,I d like to express my apologies for not being able to take part in your birthday party,for it happens to be my turn to be on duty and will have to work till 8 octomorrow morning.Happy birthday to you!May every day be sunny for you in the coming year!John 3.A Note of Informal

22、Invitations May 3 Dr.David,We are to hold an English speech contest in Room 506,Building 2 at 2 p.m.on Friday,May 4.The contest would last about 3 hours.We would be very happy if you could be one of the judges.Foreign Languages Dept.4.A Note of Requests July 14 Prof.Smith,I d like to know your comme

23、nts on the outline of my academic paper before I begin my first draft.Could you give me some suggestions by email or post your comments on the Guestbook on your Web Page?Looking forward to your reply.Thank you!Li Nan 5.A Note of Thanks Sept.24 Janson,I d like to express my great gratitude towards yo

24、ur warm hospitality during my short stay in Shaoguan.I enjoyed the visit very much.Looking forward to your visit to my hometown next summer holiday.Give my sincere regards to your whole family!Cosine 6.A Note of Messages Oct.15 Alison,A Mr.Ted left a rose for you at the Service Desk.He said he would

25、nt lose healthough you refused to let him in.He would come tomorrow and the day after tomorrow until you accept his rose and heart.Butterfly 7.A Note for Saying Good-bye Nov.23 Dear Betty,I will leave for Shanghai at 8:00 a.m.this morning.It is a pity that I canto say goodbye before leaving for home

26、.I have enjoyed my stay here,thank you very much for the kindness,hospitality and the trouble you have taken on my behalf.Please remember me to your husband.Yours ever,Green IV.Follow-Up Practice 1.Write a note to your classmate Hughes,making an appointment for an outdoor activity at weekend.2.You f

27、ailed to buy a book for your friend Bob.Write him a note of apologies.3.Your birthday is around the corner and you are arranging for your birthday party.Write a note of informal invitations,asking your close friend Alison to attend.4.Write a note to borrow some references from your tutor so that you

28、 can make it in your academic thesis writing.5.Write a note of thanks for the hospitality by the hostess of an evening party.6.Write a note,celebrating the birthday of Uncle Jim,whom you love dearly.7.Write a note of congratulations on your boyfriends winning the first prize in the speech contest.8.

29、Write a note to your teacher,asking for leave in his/her class today.9.You have joined an online work group,pursuing a study of English literature.But you will have to put your whole heart into the preparation for TEM-4 in a month.Write a note on the Guestbook to express your regret for not being ab

30、sent by the end of the month.10.Write a note to transmit a phone message,which you can make up when necessary.Unit 3 Basic Knowledge of English Letters 2003-09-11 Overview of this lecture:I.Communication Means Review 2Question 1:What is communication?2Question 2:What communication means can you list

31、?2Question 3:Will letters give place to such electronic ones as E-mail?II.Features of Letters 1.Authentic language of emotion 2.No time limitations 3.Sense of security 4.Distinct personality III.Formats of the Envelope 2Question 1:Have you seen or received letters from abroad?2Question 2:What do you

32、 think of the formats of the English envelope?1.Two Main Styles 2full block(齐头式)2indented form(缩行式)2.Similarities and Differences between English and Chinese Envelopes IV.Formats of English Letters 4.1 Friendly or Personal Letters 4.2 Business Letters 4.3 How to Fold a Standard Letter 4.4 Punctuatio

33、ns in Letter Writing 4.5 Capital Letters in Letters V.Follow-up PracticeUnit 6 Letters of Congratulation 2003-09-25 Overview of this lecture:I.USEFUL EXPRESSIONSII.SAMPLEIII.TIPSIV.EXERCISE:WORDS,PHRASES AND SENTENCE PATTERNS V.SOMETHING FOR NOTHING GOODIES&GIFTSVI.Practice 2.Greetings at a festival

34、 a)Rich blessings for health and abundant happiness in my wish for you in the coming year!b)May every day be sunny and fruitful for you in the new year.c)Merry Christmas and a wonderful world of enjoyment.d)This is to wish you and all yours a Merry Christmas and a Happy New Year.3.You deserve It a)T

35、his is a marvelous achievement,though no more than you deserve.b)I am very happy to see your work for/your abilities recognized in this way.c)I know that your enthusiasm and experience are the very qualities that are needed for this position.d)I am delighted that your talent and hard work have been

36、rewarded.4.Best Wishes for the Future a)I wish you every success.b)All the very best for the future.c)I rejoice in your good future.d)May your future be as successful as you have always been.II.SAMPLE Sample 1:Letter of congratulation addressed by Mr.Adrian Nastase,Prime Minister of Romania to Mr.Ri

37、chard B.Cheney,Vice President of the United States January 30,2003 Dear Mr.Vice President,I have the distinct pleasure to convey to you,on the occasion of your birthday,my most sincere wishes of good health,happiness and joy beside your family and friends,as well as of full success in fulfilling the

38、 complex responsibilities of your mission.I greatly respect and admire your work and leadership in support of the efforts President George W.Bush and the whole US Administration are undertaking to defend homeland security,fight terrorism and threat of weapons of mass destruction,especially those in

39、hands of repressive regimes.I would like to assure you of the readiness of the Romanian Government to support the United States in its actions to make sure Iraq disarms and complies with all UN requirements.Please accept,Mr.Vice President,my warmest congratulations on your birthday and the assurance

40、 of my sincere friendship and support.Sincerely yours,Adrian N?stase(signature)The Honorable Richard B.Cheney Vice President of the United States Office of the U.S.Vice President Sample 2:Letter of Congratulations from Mr.William J.Hybl,President of United States Olympic Committee Letter October 6,1

41、998 Mr.Leon Stukelj P.O.Box 492 Shrub Oak,CY 10588 Dear Mr.Stukelj On behalf of the United States Olympic Committee,it is with great honor that I extend to you best wishes and congratulations as you celebrate 100th Birthday,on November 12th.As the oldest living Olympian,your accomplishments as a 17-

42、time Olympic and World Championship Medalist,in addition to your commitment to the Olympic Movement on an international level,are a tribute to the true meaning of sportsmanship and fair play.Best regards,William j.Hybl William J.Hybl President Sample 3:Dear David,I have just heard that you have been

43、 appointed Regional Manager for the Middle East.Looking back on your activities so far,I know that your enthusiasm and experience are the very qualities that are needed for this position.I wish you every success in managing the affairs of the branch.My colleagues join me in sending you our warmest c

44、ongratulations.With kindest regards,Yours,John Bonds Signature Questions:Why dose Mr.Bonds congratulate David?According to Mr.Bonds,what qualities does David possess which make him the right person for this position?Who joins Mr.Bonds in sending their congratulations?Sample 4:Dear Ms Hahn,Your appoi

45、ntment to the Board gives me great pleasure,and I offer you my congratulations.I am delighted that your talent and hard work have been rewarded.I had hoped that I might be able to congratulate you in person,but I am shortly going on holiday.When I return next month I will contact you and I hope we s

46、hall have the opportunity of celebrating.In the meantime,I wish you every success.Yours sincerely,Paul Procter Signature Questions:What qualities does Mr.Procter think make Ms.Hahn get the promotion?Which of the two samples do you think sounds more formal?III.TIPS 1.Make a most careful choice of wor

47、ds and greetings,for appropriacy is the best policy in writing letters of congratulation.2.Handwriting is preferred,because it makes the recipient feel affectionate.Even though you use the printed card,write some words of your own.IV.EXERCISE:WORDS,PHRASES AND SENTENCE PATTERNS Fill in the blanks wi

48、th words chosen from the list below.Add capitalization when necessary:appreciated,great pleasure,draws,wishing,to come Dear Mr.Anderson,As another year _ to a close,it gives us _ to say how much we have _ working with you over the past twelve months.We sincerely hope that our pleasant business relat

49、ionship will continue for many years _.Our staffs here join us _ you a very merry Christmas and a happy and prosperous New Year.Yours sincerely,Cook North Question:What type of congratulation is this letter?V.SOMETHING FOR NOTHING GOODIES&GIFTS Ready-Made Letters for You Letter 1 Dear _,One day mean

50、s very special to me,that is _(month)the _(date),your birthday.With my best wishes for many happy returns of your birthday.Yours,_ Letter 2 Dear _,What a pleasant surprise to hear the news of your coming marriage to Mr./Miss_.Congratulations!He/She is such a(n)_ gentleman/girl and we are sure you ha