Formal vs Informal

Could is used more often in formal language than can.

• True

• False

In formal language, words such as require, receive, assure, contact, and further should be avoided

• True

• False

Phrasal verbs, e.g. put off, think about, etc. are more common in informal and neutral email language.

• True

• False

Contractions (I’m, you’re, won’t, etc.) are often used in both formal and informal language.

• True

• False

This sentence is written in informal language. How would you write it in formal language?

"My boss is thinking about..."

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OFF

This sentence is written in informal language. How would you write it in formal language?

"I promise this won't happen again"

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OFF

This sentence is written in formal language. How would you write it in informal language?

"Thank you for all your assistance."

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OFF

This sentence is written in formal language. How would you write it in informal language?

"Unfortunately, I will not be able to attend our

meeting on Friday."

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OFF

This is a synonym of fix: ...

This is a synonym of book: ...