Formal writing
What is formal writing?
Writing used in professional or official situations
What is informal writing?
Writing used with friends, family and people we know well.
What does email stand for?
Electronic mail.
What is the first part of a formal letter?
Sender's address.
You want to invite your friend to a birthday party. Which writing style will you use?
Informal writing.
Should we use slang in formal writing?
No, we should use formal vocabulary.
Can we use contractions in informal writing?
Yes, we can.
What do we write in the subject line?
The main topic or purpose of the email.
What is the purpose of a subject line in an email?
To show the main topic of the email.
You want to complain about a product to a company. Which writing style will you use?
Formal writing.
What is a formal alternative to "I want"?
I would like.
Give an informal alternative to "I am very happy".
I'm so glad!
What is the purpose of a greeting in an email?
To address the recipient politely.
What comes after the greeting in an email?
The opening sentence.
You want to send your teacher an email about missing a lesson. How should you start?
Dear Mr/Ms [Surname],
What are the main features of formal writing?
Polite tone, clear structure and formal vocabulary.
What greeting can we use in an informal letter?
Hi! / Hello! / Dear friend.
What should we write at the end of a professional email?
A closing phrase and our name
What are the three main parts of a letter?
Introduction, body and conclusion.
You are applying for a university scholarship. What type of letter should you write?
A formal letter of application.
Why should we avoid contractions in formal writing?
Because they are less formal and professional.
What is the main difference between formal and informal writing?
Formal writing is professional, while informal writing is friendly and relaxed.
What is the difference between CC and BCC?
CC shows recipients to everyone, while BCC hides recipients' addresses from others.
Why is paragraph organization important in writing?
It makes the message clear and easy to understand.
You are writing an email to your teacher to ask for an extension on your assignment. Write a polite sentence to make this request.
I would be grateful if you could give me a few extra days to complete my assignment.