
Formal vs. Informal language
Presentation
•
English
•
6th - 12th Grade
•
Practice Problem
•
Medium
+14
Standards-aligned
Vik Burnand
Used 309+ times
FREE Resource
5 Slides • 13 Questions
1
Formal vs. Informal language
Using appropriate language at the right times!
2
Formal and Informal:
Why do I need to know?
Through life we need to be able to change the way we interact with people, depending on the situation.
Sometimes, getting the tone wrong can cause big problems!
3
Multiple Choice
For example, it's your first job interview and you want to make a good impression. You need to have a FORMAL outfit. Which one do you choose?
Tracksuit, trainers, baseball cap
Smart black trousers, a shirt or blouse, no hat
4
Formal language (written and spoken)
Full sentences
Correct spelling, punctuation and grammar
Respectful
Professional
5
Informal language
(written and spoken)
Shorter sentences
More personal tone
Uses contractions (e.g. don't, I'm)
May use casual/slang language (*depending on the situation - this is IMPORTANT to remember)
6
Multiple Select
Choose the FORMAL phrases from these options
(tick ALL that apply)
Good afternoon. I'm interested in applying for the vacancy. Please may I have an application form?
Alright. Have you got any jobs going?
Hello, my name is Vik, I would like to enquire about the job advertised please.
Hey. I heard you've got jobs available. How do I apply?
7
Multiple Select
You walk into a fast food restaurant, attempting to get a job. What should you say to the person behind the counter?
Whassup? You're hiring, yeah?
Hi, my name is _____; I'm interested in applying for a job here; may I have an application form please?
8
Multiple Select
You want to impress the manager of a business because you'd like to work there. When shaking their hand, what would be the most appropriate thing to say?
Hi Mrs Smith. My name is Vik; It's a pleasure to meet you.
Hey girl, how's it going?
Alright! I'm Vik.
Silence. Don't say anything.
9
Multiple Select
The word, "hey" is informal (casual, relaxed). When we're trying to get a job, or we're in another formal environment, and we're speaking to someone, what can we say instead? (pick 3)
Good morning
Hello
Alright
What's up?
Hi
10
Multiple Select
You're in an interview and the manager asks you a question, but you didn't hear him because of some noise outside. What should you say? (Choose both answers.)
'Wait, what? I didn't hear you.'
'Could you repeat that, please? I couldn't hear you.'
'I'm sorry; I didn't hear you. Can you repeat that, please?'
'Huh?'
'What?!'
11
Multiple Choice
Formal or informal:
'Hey! Whatcha doing?'
Formal
Informal
12
Multiple Choice
Formal or informal:
'Man, I'm starving. When's dinner?'
Formal
Informal
13
Multiple Choice
Choose the most formal expression to complete the sentence:
I .............. help staff to improve their level of health and fitness.
would like
want to
am gonna
14
Multiple Choice
Which is the MOST formal phrase?
Thanks a lot for your help.
Thank you for your assistance.
Thank you for your help.
15
Multiple Select
If you're writing a FORMAL email when applying for a job, which greeting should you start your email with? (tick 3)
Dear Sir or Madam
Hiya
No greeting
To whom it may concern
Dear Mr Smith
16
Multiple Select
When ending your FORMAL email, how should you finish it? (tick 3)
Bye
From (your name)
Yours sincerely
Yours faithfully
Kind regards
17
Multiple Choice
If asked to write an INFORMAL letter or email in your exam, should you use slang?
No
Yes
18
In summary
You will be expected to change the way you speak and write, depending on the situation.
FORMAL language tends to be less personal and more professional.
INFORMAL language tends to be more personal and casual. Be careful though, as slang words still may not be appropriate - you have to judge the situation.
Formal vs. Informal language
Using appropriate language at the right times!
Show answer
Auto Play
Slide 1 / 18
SLIDE
Similar Resources on Wayground
16 questions
Colons & Semi-Colons
Presentation
•
7th - 12th Grade
14 questions
LEGO Vidyo
Presentation
•
6th - 12th Grade
13 questions
Circles, Sectors, and Arcs
Presentation
•
6th - 12th Grade
14 questions
subject-verb agreement
Presentation
•
6th - 12th Grade
11 questions
Teenager 5 Session 22: Pronunciation & Speaking
Presentation
•
KG
11 questions
Order of adjectives
Presentation
•
6th - 12th Grade
15 questions
Ethos, Pathos, Logos
Presentation
•
7th - 12th Grade
11 questions
Number the Stars Chapter 13
Presentation
•
KG - University
Popular Resources on Wayground
24 questions
PBIS-HGMS Day 10
Quiz
•
6th - 8th Grade
10 questions
HCS SCI 03 Summer School Review 3
Quiz
•
3rd Grade
11 questions
Home Scope
Quiz
•
7th - 8th Grade
15 questions
HCS SCI 05 Summer School Assessment 3 Review
Quiz
•
5th Grade
35 questions
Lufkin Road Middle School Student Handbook & Policies Assessment
Quiz
•
7th Grade
18 questions
Geo 11.3 Area of Circles and Sectors
Quiz
•
9th - 11th Grade