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You recently took a long vacation. In your absence, a friend did you a huge favor. Write a letter thanking your friend. In your letter: ·       Explain what the favor was ·       Describe how this favor helped you ·       Offer compensation Write at least 150 words. You do NOT need to write any addresses. Begin your letter as follows: Dear ___,

Dear Rachel, I hope
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 letter finds you well! I wanted to take a moment to express my heartfelt gratitude for the enormous
favor
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 you did for me
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 I was on vacation. Thank you so much for taking care of my plants during my absence. I was worried that they wouldn’t survive without my regular attention, but knowing you were looking after them provided me with peace of mind. Your care made a significant difference, and when I returned, I was thrilled to see how healthy and vibrant my plants looked. I truly appreciate the time and effort you dedicated to ensuring they were well taken care of. You went above and beyond, and it means a lot to me. To show my appreciation, I would love to take you out for dinner at your
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 restaurant. Thanks once again for being
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 a wonderful friend. Warm regards, Trang Dao

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coherence cohesion
While your composition is structured well overall, try to combine some shorter sentences for a smoother flow.
task achievement
Consider providing a bit more detail to more fully express the impact of the favor, such as mentioning any specific instances where the plants seemed to thrive due to the care given.
coherence cohesion
The closing is natural and friendly, maintaining a warm tone throughout the letter which suits the context well.
task achievement
The letter clearly addresses all parts of the task effectively, with specific mention of the favor, its impact, and a compensatory offer.
task achievement
The tone is friendly and appreciative, which is perfectly suitable for the purpose of the letter.
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