Letter to Editor: Complaining About Load-Shedding
Writing a letter to the editor about load-shedding is a common and important exercise for Class 9 students. This letter trains students to formally raise civic concerns that impact daily life, such as electricity outages. It helps them understand how to express frustration respectfully and propose possible solutions through clear, structured writing.
Grammar Focus Points
This letter emphasizes the use of present perfect tense, modals such as “should,” “must,” and passive voice constructions. Vocabulary such as “frequent outages,” “power disruption,” “residents affected,” and “request immediate action” are commonly used for impactful formal expression.
Letter Layout
Begin with your address and the date. Address the editor of a reputable newspaper and use the subject: “Subject: Complaint About Frequent Load-Shedding in Our Area.” Divide the letter into three paragraphs—describe the issue, highlight its negative impact on students, businesses, and health, and finally suggest actions the authorities can take. End with “Yours truly.”
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Below is a sample PDF that matches the SLO-based grammar syllabus and board format for formal complaint letters regarding power outages.
