Your best friend
INFORMAL
Formal or informal: "Thank you for the opportunity."
FORMAL
A stranger at the grocery
Can you think of someone you use informal language with? What about formal?
???
The cashier at the store
FORMAL
Your classmates
INFORMAL (or formal if that is your preference)
What is a TV show/movie/video game you have watched or played where you've seen formal language?
Formal-- The TV show The Office, the TV show Grey's Anatomy, etc
What language do you use with your family? Formal or Informal?
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Formal or Informal: "These chips and salsa are hitting."
INFORMAL
Your cousin who is the same age as you
INFORMAL
Why is it important to know the difference between formal and informal language?!
Different people have different expectations!
You say, "Yo what's goin on?" to the principal. What would his perspective be?
Negative
You greet a new business partner by giving them a high five. (They are an acquaintance) What is their perspective?
Negative, confused
Formal or Informal: "Those Gucci shoes are such a flex."
INFORMAL
Your grandma
Most likely formal, but could be either depending on your relationship!
Formal or Informal?
INFORMAL
Formal or Informal: "I have some tea to spill!"
INFORMAL
What is your preference-- using formal or informal language?
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The CEO of the company you work for
FORMAL
You tell your boss at work that he doesn't have any drip. What's his perspective?
Negative
Do you use slang? Why or why not? If so, what slang do you use most often?
??
Formal or Informal?
FORMAL
Formal or Informal: "The new Post Malone song slaps!"
INFORMAL