Author's Purpose and Tone

What is the purpose of using a formal tone in writing?

• To convey professionalism, authority, and respect.

• To create a friendly and approachable tone

• To show lack of knowledge or expertise

• To sound casual and informal

Which of the following sentences uses a formal tone? a) Hey, what's up? b) Excuse me, may I inquire about your well-being? c) Yo, how's it going?

• b

• d

• c

• a

What is the purpose of using an informal tone in writing?

• To make the writing more difficult to understand.

• To confuse the reader.

• To create a conversational and friendly atmosphere.

• To create a formal and professional atmosphere.

Which of the following sentences uses an informal tone? a) Good day, sir. How may I assist you? b) Hey, dude! What's going on? c) Pardon me, but could you please provide some assistance?

• a

• c

• d

• b

When is it appropriate to use a formal tone in writing?

• When the audience is casual or informal

• When the topic is light-hearted or humorous

• When the writing is intended for a personal blog or social media post

• When the audience is professional or academic, when the topic is serious or formal, or when the writing is intended for a formal setting or publication.

When is it appropriate to use an informal tone in writing?

• When the audience is unfamiliar or distant from the writer

• When the audience is familiar or close to the writer

• When writing a formal business letter

• When addressing a professional audience

Which of the following sentences uses a formal tone? a) I'm sorry, but I cannot attend the meeting. b) Sorry, can't make it to the meeting. c) Can't attend the meeting, sorry.

• b

• a

• c

• d

Which of the following sentences uses an informal tone? a) I apologize for any inconvenience caused. b) My bad, sorry for the trouble. c) I'm sorry if I caused any inconvenience.

• d) Oops, my bad, sorry for the trouble.

• a) I apologize for any inconvenience caused.

• c) I'm sorry if I caused any inconvenience.

• b) My bad, sorry for the trouble.

What are some characteristics of formal writing?

• Use of complex and convoluted language, inconsistent grammar and punctuation, unprofessional tone, disregard for formatting and citation styles.

• Use of informal language and slang, lack of punctuation and grammar, casual tone, disregard for formatting and citation styles.

• Use of colloquial language and abbreviations, lack of punctuation and grammar, casual tone, disregard for formatting and citation styles.

• Use of proper grammar and punctuation, professional tone, clear and concise language, adherence to specific formatting and citation styles.

What are some characteristics of informal writing?

• Conversational tone, use of slang or colloquial language, and a relaxed or casual style.

• Formal tone, use of technical jargon, and a professional style.

• Use of abbreviations, use of contractions, and a formal style.

• Complex sentence structures, use of academic language, and a serious tone.