What is the primary difference between formal and informal language?

Formal Language and Contractions

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1.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
Informal language uses complex vocabulary.
Formal language avoids colloquialisms.
Informal language is used in academic writing.
Formal language is more personal.
2.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
In which context is formal language typically used?
Social media posts
Professional emails
Texting friends
Casual conversations
3.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
Which of the following is NOT a feature of formal language?
Use of contractions
Politeness
Complex vocabulary
Structured sentences
4.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
Which of the following is NOT typically found in formal language?
Colloquialisms
Politeness
Complex vocabulary
Structured sentences
5.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
Which of the following is a characteristic of informal language?
Avoidance of contractions
Use of first-person pronouns
Use of complex sentence structures
Formal tone
6.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
In which situation would you most likely use informal language?
Writing a cover letter
Giving a business presentation
Writing a research paper
Sending a text to a friend
7.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
Which of the following is a feature of informal language?
Formal tone
Use of titles
Use of contractions
Complex sentence structures
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