nationality are required. You will also need to enter the same for your parents. 

## Applying for job applications 

Application forms will be discussed in Chapter 12. 

## Replying to an invitation 

Wedding invitations, dinner invitations, invitations to formal banquets all require replies. On the bottom left of the in- vitation it will say ‘RSVP to . . .’. 

RSVP stands for ‘ Répondez, s’il vous plaît’ which is French for ‘Reply please’. It does mean that. If you are asked to reply, do so because your host or hostess needs to know the numbers that can be expected. Courtesy suggests you should do so as soon as possible so that someone else can be invited if you are unable to accept. Remember to reply whether or not you are able to attend. 

## WRITING LEGIBLY 

Writing legibly on a form you fill in is vital. Every form is important so make sure that the recipient of it does not have to spend time deciphering your scrawl! It is a good idea to print most of the answers. If you are required to write something, as in a car accident claim form, then remember to write legibly and concisely. 

◆ Don’t write the account of your accident straight on to the form. 

◆ Write it out first and make sure it is clear and concise. 

◆ Then copy it out neatly. 

