Why is it important to distinguish between formal and informal English?

Formal vs Informal English Usage

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1.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
To impress friends
To avoid giving a bad impression
To sound more intelligent
To confuse others
2.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
Which of the following is an informal greeting?
Hey, how's it going?
Greetings
Good afternoon
Hello
3.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
What was the main issue with the email example provided?
It was too long
It had spelling errors
It was too formal
It was too informal
4.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
Which word is more formal than 'find out'?
Discover
Investigate
Search
Enquire
5.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
What is the formal equivalent of 'jobs'?
Vacancies
Roles
Positions
Tasks
6.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
What is the formal equivalent of 'at the mo'?
Presently
Currently
Right now
At the moment
7.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
Which of the following is a formal way to refer to a university?
University
Institution
College
Uni
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