Understanding Formal and Informal English

Miss Morris introduces the concepts of formal and informal English, explaining their uses and differences. Formal English is used in serious situations, such as speaking with authority figures or writing reports, while informal English is used in casual conversations with friends. The video provides examples and practice scenarios to help students distinguish between the two forms of communication.

What is the main focus of this week's lesson?

• Improving pronunciation

• Practicing grammar rules

• Understanding the difference between formal and informal English

• Learning new vocabulary

When is it appropriate to use formal English?

• In a casual conversation

• When talking to friends

• During a job interview

• While texting

Which of the following is an example of formal English?

• Hello, Dr. Brumfield. How are you today?

• Thanks, bro!

• See ya soon!

• Hey, what's up?

What is informal English typically used for?

• Communicating with a principal

• Giving a speech

• Talking with friends

• Writing a formal report

Which sentence is an example of informal English?

• How do you do, ma'am?

• I paid like 40 bucks for that.

• Thank you very much for your help.

• This item costs forty dollars.

What is a key difference between formal and informal English?

• Informal English is used in serious situations.

• Formal English avoids slang.

• Informal English is used in written reports.

• Formal English uses contractions.

Which of the following is a formal way to greet someone?

• Yo, what's happening?

• Hello, how are you?

• Hey there!

• What's up, yo?

In which situation would you most likely use informal English?

• Interviewing for a job

• Writing a letter to a friend

• Presenting at a conference

• Writing a business email

What is the formal equivalent of 'Thanks, bro'?

• Thanks a lot

• Much appreciated

• Thank you very much for your help

• Cheers, mate

Which phrase is more appropriate for a formal setting?

• See ya soon!

• Gonna grab a snack

• How are you?

• What's up?