TEKS.ELA.9-12.III.A.2

You use informal speech to talk to: 

• teachers
• boss
• friends and family
• principal

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Who would you want to speak more formally to?

• A teacher
• Your mother
• A friend
• Another kid on the playground

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Who would be ok to speak more informally to?

• A police officer
• Your dad
• The president of a bank
• The director of a museum

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Choose who you would most likely use formal language with, when speaking to them:

• All of these people
• The president
• A security guard
• Our principal

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TEKS.ELA.9-12.III.A.1

When speaking to the following people, who would you use formal language with?

• All of these people

• The president

• A security guard

• The school principal

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TEKS.ELA.7.6H

Which question is the best for the girl in the situation?

• Can I borrow your phone?

• May I borrow your phone?

• Do you mind if I borrow your phone?

• Could I use your phone, please?

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How can a speaker enhance their Ethos?

• By using complex vocabulary that the audience may not understand

• By demonstrating knowledge and expertise on the topic

• By making the audience laugh

• By speaking louder than usual

Answer explanation

Enhancing Ethos involves demonstrating knowledge and expertise on the topic, which builds credibility and trust with the audience.

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TEKS.ELA.9-12.III.A.2

How can a speaker enhance their Ethos?

• By using complex vocabulary that the audience may not understand

• By demonstrating knowledge and expertise on the topic

• By making the audience laugh

• By speaking louder than usual

Answer explanation

Enhancing Ethos involves demonstrating knowledge and expertise on the topic, which builds credibility and trust with the audience.

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