Informal Language

Formal vs Informal Language

​Why Do I Need to Know the Difference?

​Throughout life, we need to change the ways in which we interact with people. Sometimes, striking the wrong tone can lead to big problems!

​Formal Language

• ​Full sentences

• ​Correct grammar, punctuation and spelling

• ​Respectful

• ​Professional

• ​It should not sound like "speaking"

Multiple Choice

Choose the formal sentence below. 

• I'm gonna be late today because my alarm never went off. 

• I can't believe that happened! 

• I enjoy reading books about different historical eras. 

Multiple Choice

Choose the formal sentence below:

• Because I said so!

• I am considering enrolling in the school band next year.

• He was a really cool guy.