Informal Grammar

Which is not considered part of informal language?

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

Which statement is more formal?

• This movie stinks!

• I do not enjoy this movie.

Which statement is more formal?

• The mail carrier was unable to deliver the mail on time due to the snow.

• The mail carrier couldn't deliver the mail on time because of the snow.

Which of the following is a feature of informal grammar?

• proper capitalization

• colloquial contracctons

• correctly spelled words

• standard English punctuation

Bill's teacher is gonna give him a good grade for his hard work.

Which group of words shows informal grammar?

• Bill's teacher

• is gonna give

• him a good grade

• for his hard work

Which sentence contains an informal transition?

• This afternoon, Ben played hockey at school.

• And his supportive parents cheered loudly.

• So there I was, watching the game.

• I wanna see them score a goal.

Which of the following sentences contains an introductory conjunction?

• So I watched the volleyball players as they warmed up.

• You know, the coach gives them useful suggestions.

• My little brother kinda understands the game's rules.

• Sarah practiced her serve on her own before the game.