Question

Samantha is writing a letter to her sister, Jenny Collins, asking her to go with her on a trip. Which of the following options is the most appropriate salutation for the letter?

• A. Truly,
• B. Dear Collins,
• C. Dear Jenny,
• D. Dear Jen,

Answer 1

Answer: (C), (D)

Dear Jen,
Dear Jenny,

Both the Options C and D are correct as this being an informal letter the writer may address the recipient as they wish to. Samantha and Jenny being siblings, Samantha may call Jenny by her name or may call her by her nick name which may be Jen. Thus both option C and D are the probable cases. Option C is incorrect at 'Truly' is generally used in the signature of a formal letter. Option B is incorrect as siblings are unlikely to call each other by their surnames.