Formal vs Informal Language Flashcard
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7th Grade
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1.
FLASHCARD QUESTION
Front
What is the definition of formal language?
Back
Formal language is a style of communication that is structured, follows specific rules, and is often used in professional or academic settings.
Tags
CCSS.SL.7.6
CCSS.SL.8.6
CCSS.W.6.1D
CCSS.W.7.1D
CCSS.W.7.2E
2.
FLASHCARD QUESTION
Front
What is the definition of informal language?
Back
Informal language is a casual style of communication that is often used in everyday conversation and may include slang, colloquialisms, and a relaxed tone.
Tags
CCSS.SL.7.6
CCSS.W.6.2E
CCSS.W.7.1D
CCSS.W.7.2E
CCSS.W.8.1D
3.
FLASHCARD QUESTION
Front
Give an example of a sentence using formal language.
Back
"A loss of your name tag should be reported immediately."
Tags
CCSS.SL.6.6
CCSS.SL.7.6
CCSS.SL.8.6
CCSS.W.7.1D
CCSS.W.7.2E
4.
FLASHCARD QUESTION
Front
Give an example of a sentence using informal language.
Back
"Give me the salt, will ya?"
Tags
CCSS.SL.7.6
CCSS.W.6.2E
CCSS.W.7.1D
CCSS.W.7.2E
CCSS.W.8.2E
5.
FLASHCARD QUESTION
Front
What are some characteristics of formal language?
Back
Characteristics of formal language include the use of complete sentences, proper grammar, and a lack of slang or colloquial expressions.
Tags
CCSS.SL.7.6
CCSS.W.7.1D
CCSS.W.7.2E
CCSS.W.8.1D
CCSS.W.8.2E
6.
FLASHCARD QUESTION
Front
What are some characteristics of informal language?
Back
Characteristics of informal language include the use of contractions, slang, colloquialisms, and a conversational tone.
Tags
CCSS.SL.7.6
CCSS.SL.8.6
CCSS.W.7.1D
CCSS.W.7.2E
CCSS.W.8.2E
7.
FLASHCARD QUESTION
Front
How can you identify informal language in a sentence?
Back
Informal language can often be identified by the presence of slang, contractions, and a casual tone.
Tags
CCSS.SL.6.6
CCSS.SL.7.6
CCSS.W.6.2E
CCSS.W.7.1D
CCSS.W.7.2E
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