Formal Vocabulary in ESL

What is the appropriate way to address someone in a formal email?

• Dear [First Name] [Last Name]

• Dear [Title] [Last Name]

• Hey [First Name]

• To whom it may concern

When closing a formal email, what is a suitable phrase to use?

• Cheers

• Sincerely

• Warmly

• Best regards

How should you start a formal email when you don't know the recipient's name?

• Hey there,

• To whom it may concern,

• Greetings,

• Dear Sir/Madam,

In a formal email, what should you avoid using to maintain professionalism?

• Using emojis and excessive exclamation marks

• Using slang and abbreviations

• Informal language, slang, emojis, and excessive exclamation marks

• Using formal language and proper grammar

What is the purpose of a subject line in a formal email?

• To provide a concise summary of the email's content

• To write a lengthy paragraph

• To showcase personal achievements

• To include jokes or humor

When requesting information in a formal email, what is a polite way to phrase it?

• Use phrases like 'Would you be able to provide me with...' or 'I would appreciate it if you could share...'

• I demand the information.

• Tell me what I need to know.

• Can you give me the information?

Why is it important to proofread a formal email before sending it?

• To practice typing skills

• To confuse the recipient

• To waste time

• To ensure there are no spelling or grammatical errors, maintain a professional image, and convey the intended message clearly.

What should you include in the body of a formal email after the greeting?

• Personal anecdotes, Jokes, Quotes

• Images, Videos, Links

• Random facts, Unrelated information

• Main content, necessary details, closing remark

How can you show appreciation in a formal email?

• Include irrelevant information

• Skip the closing remarks

• Use informal language and slang

• Address the recipient respectfully, express gratitude, and close with a polite remark.

What is the significance of using proper grammar and punctuation in a formal email?

• It makes the email less formal

• It shows lack of attention to detail

• It enhances clarity, professionalism, and credibility.

• It confuses the recipient