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Using the given informal letter as a model, write a letter on any one of the topics given below. Write letter to your father asking permission to go on a educational tour. - English

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Using the given informal letter as a model, write a letter about the topic given below.

Write a letter to your father asking permission to go on an educational tour.

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11, Hira Lal Hostel,
New Colony,
Hyderabad– 9

Dear Father,
My class teacher has planned to go on an education tour to Tuticorin. There we will be learning details on fish culture. Everyone should attend. The fees to be paid are Rs. 1000 only; it will be a two-day trip. I need your permission to go on the tour. Kindly grant me permission. Send me the money too. I will let you know the other details later. With love and regards.

Your loving daughter
S. Komal

Address on the Envelope:

To
S. Vishwanath,
8, Sanjhauli, higher road,
Hydrabad District.

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