Formal vs Informal Speaking

How would you say, “We disagree about lots of stuff” in a more formal way?

• You and I don't agree.

• In my opinion, we do not agree very often.

• We never agree about anything.

• Why do we always disagree?

Which is not considered part of informal language?

• talking with a friend

• using slang

• personal writing

• writing an essay in school

Which is not considered part of formal language?

• using correct grammar

• not always concerned about using correct grammar

• more advanced vocabulary

• official documents

What would be the informal word for inform?

• busy

• tell

• check

• get

When you are communicating with someone that you don’t know very well.

• Formal language

• Informal language

Everyday conversations.

• Formal language

• Informal language

Professional academic situations.

• Formal language

• Informal language

Reports and presentations.

• Formal language

• Informal language

Public speaking (speeches, lectures, PYP Exhibition, etc).

• Formal language

• Informal language

Job interviews or interview session with experts.

• Formal language

• Informal language