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Writing Formal vs Informal writing

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1
Which of these is a characteristic of informal writing?
Long, complex sentences
Strict grammar rules
Use of first-person pronouns
Formal vocabulary
2
In what context is informal writing often used?
Legal documents
Personal emails
Academic essays
Business letters
3
Which is NOT usually part of formal writing?
Proper punctuation
Technical vocabulary
First-person point of view
Complete sentences
4
In what context is formal writing often used?
Social media posts
Text messages
Legal documents
Letters to friends
5
Which is more appropriate in an informal letter?
Hi there,
Yours sincerely,
Dear Sir/Madam,
I am writing to inform you that,
6
Which statement about formal writing is NOT true?
It uses complete sentences
It often uses passive voice
It is objective and factual
It uses slang
7
How should contractions be used in formal writing?
Not at all
Only in dialogue
Sparingly
Frequently
8
Which is more appropriate in formal writing?
None of these
Idioms
Contractions
Slang
9
Which phrase is informal?
What's up?
May I assist you?
It is a pleasure to meet you
To whom it may concern
10
What is generally true about formal writing?
It uses short sentences
It avoids first person
It can include text language
It can be subjective
11
What kind of language should be avoided in formal writing?
Subject-specific terms
Informal and colloquial language
Technical language
Jargon
12
What kind of writing uses a casual and conversational tone?
Technical
Academic
Informal
Formal