【正确答案】Dear Tom,
I am glad to receive your letter asking for my advice on learning Chinese, and I will try to share with you some practical suggestions.
You know, with China playing an increasingly important role in the world, learning Chinese enjoys a great popularity nowadays. As far as I' m concerned, it is wise to follow the suggestions below. First, it is vital to take a Chinese course, as you' 11 learn basic knowledge about the Chinese language. Second, it also helps if you make more Chinese friends, which enables you to benefit a lot from talking with them. Third, it is vital for you to practice Chinese often, for practice makes perfect.
I hope you will find these proposals useful, and I would be ready to discuss this matter with you for further details.
Yours,
Li Hua