ГДЗ по Английскому Языку 11 Класс Модуль 2e Номер 5b Ваулина — Подробные Ответы

Найдите фразы/слова в письме B, которые имеют аналогичный смысл с фразами, выделенными жирным шрифтом, в письме А.

Thought I’d drop you a line — I am writing to you (хотя я бы черкнула тебе строчку – я пишу тебе)
pals – friends (приятели – друзья)
If you ask me — I think (Если вы спросите меня – я считаю)
I don’t like — I rarely feel like/I am really dissatisfied with (Мне не нравится – я редко чувствую себя как/я действительно неудовлетворенна)
Why not — Maybe it would be a good idea to (Почему нет – Возможно это была бы хорошая идея)
Write back — I look forward to your reply (Писать обратно – Жду с нетерпением вашего ответа)

Informal vs. More Neutral/Formal Expressions in Letters

When writing letters, especially in English, it is important to adapt your language to the person you are addressing. Informal letters use everyday phrases and friendly expressions, while more formal or semi-formal letters rely on polite, respectful wording. Here are some examples of how informal expressions can be rephrased in a more formal or neutral way.

1. «Thought I’d drop you a line» → «I am writing to you»
The phrase «Thought I’d drop you a line» is an idiomatic way of saying you’re sending someone a quick message. It’s informal and friendly.
In a more formal context, such as writing to someone you don’t know well, you would say:
«I am writing to you», which is clear, polite, and appropriate for semi-formal communication.

2. «Pals» → «Friends»
The word «pals» is an informal synonym for «friends», often used in casual conversations.
If you’re writing in a neutral or more formal tone, it’s better to use the standard term «friends», which sounds more appropriate and respectful in most written contexts.

3. «If you ask me» → «I think»
«If you ask me» is a casual phrase people use to express personal opinions.
In semi-formal writing, it’s usually better to say «I think», «In my opinion», or «I believe», which sound more thoughtful and less conversational.

4. «I don’t like» → «I rarely feel like» / «I am really dissatisfied with»
The phrase «I don’t like» is direct and common in informal speech, but it may sound a bit too strong or emotional in formal writing.
In a more polished tone, you might say:

«I rarely feel like doing that» (if you’re describing your mood or habits)

«I am really dissatisfied with…» (if you’re expressing criticism or disapproval in a respectful way)

5. «Why not» → «Maybe it would be a good idea to»
«Why not?» is a very casual way to suggest something. It’s short and sounds spontaneous.
In a semi-formal or formal tone, you could say:
«Perhaps it would be a good idea to…» or «It might be worth considering…», which both offer a suggestion more diplomatically.

6. «Write back» → «I look forward to your reply»
«Write back» is simple and direct — perfect for a letter to a friend.
When you’re addressing someone formally or respectfully, a better way to close your message would be:
«I look forward to your reply», or even «I would appreciate hearing from you soon.»