Worksheet 22

Formal vs informal English

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A Where can you find formal and informal language?

1. books

5. songs

2. chat rooms

6. business letters/emails

3. official documents

7. talk shows

4. movies

8. official speeches

B Put the expressions/phrases under the correct column.

Im writing to let you know

Im writing to draw your attention to

Do me a favour, will you?

I was wondering if you could

Would you please have a seat?

Please, sit down.

Sorry for any trouble caused!

We apologise for any inconvenience caused.

Im not happy with

I have to express my dissatisfaction with

Formal English

Informal English

C Use your dictionary to find if the underlined words are formal or

informal. Then write the formal or informal word.
1. Mr and Mrs Smith could attend the appointment on time.
2. I didnt like the film. It was a drag.
3. You know that smoking isnt permitted in schools.
4. The new books cost me seven bucks.
5. All the kids are playing outside.