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Which of the following is an example of a loving greeting?
What distinguishes an affectionate closing from a friendly closing?
Which of the following is a friendly closing?
Which of these greetings is considered affectionate?
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What is the purpose of varying greetings and closings in letters?
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Which of the following is NOT a loving closing?
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What kind of greeting would best suit a close friend?
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ما هو السبب الذي دفع يونان للهروب إلى ترشيش؟
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كيف استجاب الرب لفرار يونان إلى ترشيش؟
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ما هي العبارة التي استخدمها رئيس النوتية عندما وجد يونان نائما؟
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ما هو رد فعل الرجال عندما اكتشفوا أن يونان هو سبب العاصفة؟
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ماذا حدث بعد أن تم طرح يونان في البحر؟
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كم من الوقت قضى يونان في جوف الحوت؟
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ماذا فعل الرجال بعد أن هادأ البحر؟
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ما الذي تم اكتشافه عن يونان بعد إلقائه في البحر؟
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ما هو الشعور الذي انتاب الملاحين بعد علمهم عن يونان؟
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Study Notes
Greetings in Friendly Letters
- The greeting in a friendly letter is followed by a comma.
- Common examples of friendly greetings include:
- "Dear Mary,"
- "Hello, Mary,"
- "Hi, Mary,"
- Affectionate greetings convey a deeper connection:
- "My Dearest Mary,"
- "Dearest Mary,"
- Loving greetings express strong emotions:
- "My Beloved Mary,"
- "My Darling Mary,"
Closings in Friendly Letters
- Closings also conclude with a comma.
- Friendly closings commonly used:
- "Sincerely,"
- "Truly,"
- Affectionate closings reflect warm sentiments:
- "Fondly,"
- "With fond regards,"
- Loving closings indicate deep affection:
- "Love,"
- "I love you,"
Variation and Personal Preference
- The choice of greeting and closing can vary based on personal relationships.
- The provided lists serve as guidelines for expressing levels of friendship, affection, or love appropriately in letters.
God's Call to Jonah
- God commands Jonah, son of Amittai, to go to the great city of Nineveh to preach against its wickedness.
- Nineveh is described as a significant city, indicating its size and importance.
Jonah's Attempt to Flee
- Jonah attempts to flee from God’s command by heading to Tarshish instead.
- He travels to Jaffa, where he finds a ship going to Tarshish and pays fare to board it.
Divine Intervention
- God sends a mighty wind causing a severe storm, threatening to break the ship apart.
- The sailors, terrified, cry out to their respective gods and throw cargo overboard to lighten the vessel.
Jonah's Indifference
- While the storm rages, Jonah is found sleeping in the ship's hold, displaying his lack of concern.
- The ship's captain urges Jonah to pray to his God for help.
Casting Lots
- The sailors decide to cast lots to determine the cause of their trouble, which falls on Jonah.
- They interrogate Jonah about his identity and actions, discovering he is a Hebrew fleeing from God.
Jonah's Revelation
- Jonah reveals his fear of the Lord, the God who created both land and sea.
- The sailors, fearful upon learning this, question Jonah about what action can be taken to calm the sea.
Jonah's Proposal
- Jonah instructs the sailors to throw him into the sea to quell the storm, acknowledging it is due to him that the tempest arose.
- The sailors initially try to row back to shore but fail against the turbulent waters.
Confrontation with God
- Desperate, the sailors cry out to the Lord, pleading not to be punished for Jonah's actions.
- They throw Jonah overboard, after which the sea calms immediately.
Transformation of the Sailors
- The sailors are struck with great fear of the Lord, leading them to offer sacrifices and make vows to Him.
Jonah's Divine Rescue
- God appoints a large fish (often referred to as a whale) to swallow Jonah.
- Jonah spends three days and three nights in the belly of the fish, symbolizing a period of reflection and potential repentance.
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This quiz explores the various greetings and closings used in friendly letters. It includes common examples and variations based on levels of affection and personal connection. Perfect for anyone looking to improve their letter-writing skills!
