Informal vs. Formal Writing - 7th Grade

In what situation is formal language appropriate?

• when calling a close friend

• when speaking with your teacher

• when playing a game with your little brother

• when talking with a friend on the bus

Which is not considered part of informal language?

• talking with a friend
• using slang
• personal writing
• writing an essay in school

What is a characteristic of informal language?

• no slang

• correct spelling

• casual tone

• serious tone

Which is a characteristic of formal language?

• spelling errors

• some incomplete sentences

• complete sentences

• casual tone

I would prefer that you turn down the volume on your television.

• Formal

• Informal

Man, I''m starving. When's dinner?

• Formal

• Informal

"In this article, the author talks about...."

Write a more formal term for "talks about."

Which sentence is the formal way of saying, “He asked for more cash.”

• He wants more money.
• Better give him more dough.
• I need some extra bucks.
• He requested more money.

Instead of saying, “there’s something else”, the formal word to use would be:

• Furthermore
• Sincerely
• Verify
• Ensure

The informal phrase for “In conclusion” would be:

• The next thing
• The first thing
• The last thing
• I want to tell you