Formal and informal language (Edexcel GCSE English Language): Quizzes
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What does 'language register' refer to?
What does 'language register' refer to?
The level of formality you use
What is another term for formal language?
What is another term for formal language?
Standard English
What two key factors determine your choice of language register?
What two key factors determine your choice of language register?
Audience and purpose
In which type of communication should you typically use formal language?
In which type of communication should you typically use formal language?
Most written contexts
How are word choices described in formal language?
How are word choices described in formal language?
Carefully considered and precise
Which of these requires formal language?
Which of these requires formal language?
Business correspondence
When writing to people you don't know personally, which register is appropriate?
When writing to people you don't know personally, which register is appropriate?
Formal language
What is colloquial language?
What is colloquial language?
Everyday conversation language
Why can slang be problematic in writing?
Why can slang be problematic in writing?
It might not be understood by all
In which situation is informal language appropriate?
In which situation is informal language appropriate?
Personal emails to friends
What is an example of an informal language feature?
What is an example of an informal language feature?
Contractions like 'ain't'
What is the most important skill regarding language register?
What is the most important skill regarding language register?
Matching language to the situation