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112 27. Match the phrases (1–10) with their functions (A–J). 1. By the way, that reminds me ... 2. Why don’t we ... 3. I’d better get going/Bye for now ... 4. Thanks for your letter/It was great to get your letter ... 5. Please let me know ... 6. I’m sorry for not writing for so long ... 7. Love/Best wishes 8. Could you do something for me? 9. Write soon/Hope to hear from you soon, ... 10. Did you know that ... A. to finish the letter B. to apologize C. to thank the person for writing D. to change the subject E. to ask for a favour F. before signing the letter G. to suggest or invite H. to ask for a reply I. to ask for a response J. to share some information 28. Write an answer (100–140 words) to one of these advertisements. Write about yourself: how old you are, your studies, your family, hobbies. Ask your new pen friend all you want to know about them. • I really want a penpal who will write and email me. I am really easy to talk to and I love heaps of stuff, for example hip hop dancing. If you want to talk, email me for my address. Alex, 20. Waimate, New Zealand. • Hi, I’m Shanna, 17 years old from the Netherlands. I like reading, writing, hanging out with friends and just taking a walk. Also I like everything connected with fantasy and vampires. Want to know more or just talk? Let me know! • Hi, my name is Sora. I come from Korea and I’m 18 years old. I want to find a bestie (best friend) who likes the same things as I do. I like emo, Japanese rock, reading manga and watching anime. Don’t wait too long to write me! • Hi everybody, I’m Nick from London. I spend time using the Internet, cooking for my family always with the TV going in the background! I’m quiet, I enjoy listening to others. Any race, background, religion can reply, it’s what’s on the inside counts.