Formal and Informal Language

Harry Potter books rule!

• Formal
• Informal

I did not sleep well last night because our new puppy kept barking. 

• Formal
• Informal

May I please have another slice of pizza?

• Formal
• Informal

I don’t wanna go to the dentist!

• Formal
• Informal

It’s freezing in here!

• Formal
• Informal

My favorite activity to do in the summer is to go swimming.

• Formal
• Informal

Gimme the book!

• Formal
• Informal

I am looking forward to going camping in the Everglades this weekend. 

• Formal
• Informal

Waz up?

• Formal
• Informal

Which of the following describes formal language?

• Words in a casual setting sometimes using expressions & incomplete phrases.
• Words used in a proper setting using complete sentences and high level vocabulary.
• Words used in text messages and emails to your friends.
• Words used while speaking to your friends and relatives.