Formal vs. Informal Writing

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Choose the sentence that uses formal language: I don't care if you do it or not., Just yell if you have any problems., A loss of your name tag should be reported immediately., Lots of kids love that kind of music.

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A loss of your name tag should be reported immediately.

Front

Which sentence is the formal way of saying, “He asked for more cash.”

Back

He requested more money.

Front

Informal way to say: “I regret that I have been otherwise occupied every time you have contacted me.”

Back

I'm sorry I've been busy every time you have tried to call me.

Front

Idioms and slang are okay in...
Options: Informal letters / e-mails, Neutral letters / e-mails, Formal letters / e-mails

Back

Informal letters / e-mails

Front

I am sorry to inform you that your application...

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was not successful on this occasion.

Front

Which statement is more formal? This movie stinks!, I do not enjoy this movie.

Back

I do not enjoy this movie.

Front

Which sentence is a better claim statement for an essay?

Back

School uniforms would not positively affect learning environment at school.

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Which statement is more formal? My father inflated several balloons for the birthday party., My dad blew up a bunch of balloons for the birthday party.

Back

My father inflated several balloons for the birthday party.

Front

Which statement is more formal? That party was lit., The gathering was enjoyable.

Back

The gathering was enjoyable.

Front

Which sentence is a better claim statement for an essay?

Back

Wolves should be reintroduced to Isle Royale.