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Which is a characteristic of informal language?
correct grammar
complete sentences
contains contractions
serious tone
Which is a characteristic of formal language?
few/no contractions
contains slang
some grammatical errors
casual tone
Which is a characteristic of formal language?
spelling errors
some incomplete sentences
complete sentences
casual tone
What is a characteristic of informal language?
no slang
correct spelling
casual tone
serious tone
Which is an example of informal language?
I would like to speak with you about situation.
When you arrive home from school, be sure to start your homework.
I really wanna go with ya.
People always seem to be bothered by taking assessments on a Friday.
Which is an example of informal language?
I prefer to eat steak rather than chicken.
You may think consuming sweets every evening is alright, but I disagree.
I am very excited for the new Star Wars movie to be released in theaters.
Yo! What's up, man?
Which is an example of formal language?
Hey, whatcha doing later?
Do I like pizza? You betcha!
Most people prefer to live with a pet, rather than live alone.
No way! For real?
Which is an example of formal language?
How can that be twenty bucks?
I only have ten dollars to spend.
Hey dude! How's it going?
Whatcha think about the Brown's game?
In what situation is informal language appropriate?
writing a school report
texting a good friend
speaking with the principal
speaking at a job interview
In what situation is formal language appropriate?
when calling a close friend
when speaking with your teacher
when playing a game with your little brother
when talking with a friend on the bus
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