Hi Mrs Callie,

I lost a point in the Cultural Literacy Unit Test question 5 because in the story they didn't specify if the women were warriors or not. In the story there was only one time mention of warriors,

"After the corn is gathered, it is boiled into sweet corn and made into hominy; parched and mixed with buffalo tallow and rolled into round balls, and used at feasts, or carried by the warriors on the warpath as food."

I choose the answer:
They believed the Great Spirit was responsible for their well-being. The great spirit being responsible for their well being is mentioned in the text

The correct answer: Women served as warriors as well as farmers. Is not specified in the text.

Would it be possible for me to earn that point back? Thank you.

What should I do to improve this letter

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Your letter is clear, but there are a few ways to improve its tone, structure, and clarity. Here’s a revised version:


Subject: Request for Review of Cultural Literacy Unit Test Score

Dear Mrs. Callie,

I hope this message finds you well. I am writing to discuss my score on the Cultural Literacy Unit Test, specifically regarding question 5.

In that question, I chose the answer, "They believed the Great Spirit was responsible for their well-being," which I felt was supported by the text. While the story does mention warriors in a specific context, it does not clearly state whether women served as warriors, which is the key point of the correct answer: "Women served as warriors as well as farmers."

I understand and respect your assessment, but I would sincerely appreciate it if you could consider my reasoning. I strive to understand the material fully and ensure that my interpretations align with the text.

If possible, I would be grateful for the opportunity to earn that point back. Thank you for considering my request.

Best regards,

[Your Name]
[Your Class/Section]


This version is more structured and courteous, making it a bit more likely to elicit a positive response.