What tone is used in excerpt 1? "The future of our society hinges on the choices we make today, each action shaping the trajectory of our collective well-being."

• The tone used in excerpt 1 is sarcastic.

• The tone used in excerpt 1 is informal.

• The tone used in excerpt 1 is humorous.

• The tone used in excerpt 1 is formal.

Explain why excerpt 1 is classified as formal or informal. "The future of our society hinges on the choices we make today, each action shaping the trajectory of our collective well-being."

• Excerpt 1 uses contractions and colloquial expressions.

• Excerpt 1 contains slang and casual language.

• Excerpt 1 is classified as informal.

• Excerpt 1 contains formal languages

What tone is used in excerpt 2? "Hey, don’t worry about it, we’ll figure it out later."

• neutral

• optimistic

• melancholic

• sarcastic

Explain why excerpt 2 is classified as formal or informal. "Hey, don’t worry about it, we’ll figure it out later."

• Excerpt 2 is informal because of the word "hey"

• Excerpt 2 is informal because of the word "worry"

• Excerpt 2 is formal because of the word "hey"

• Excerpt 2 is classified as formal.

What tone is used in excerpt 3? "I would be most grateful if you would consider my application for this prestigious opportunity."

• sarcastic

• optimistic

• thankful

• melancholic

Explain why excerpt 3 is classified as formal.

• This excerpt uses disrespectful and impolite language such as "I would be most grateful"

• Colloquial

• This excerpt uses respectful and polite language such as "I would be most grateful"

• Casual

What tone is used in excerpt 4? "It’s a good idea to always try and give your best, but sometimes it’s okay to take a break and rest."

• optimistic

• inspiring

• sarcastic

• neutral

Explain why excerpt 4 is classified as formal or informal.

• The tone is polite, using contractions like "It’s" and "sometimes."

• I don't know

• The sentence structure is professional

• The sentence structure is straightforward and casual, offering advice in an easy-going way

What tone is used in excerpt 5? "The defendant is hereby sentenced to a term of 15 years, subject to review upon the completion of the sentence."

• optimistic

• melancholic

• sarcastic

• neutral

Explain why excerpt 5 is classified as formal or informal.

• The sentence structure is precise and informal, inappropriate for legal or official documents.

• Legal terminology is used here ("defendant," "hereby," "subject to review").

• Maybe

• The sentence structure is precise and formal, appropriate for legal or official documents.