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Formal & Informal Language

Deskripsi :

Memahami perbedaan penggunaan bahasa formal dan informal.

Jenjang Pendidikan : SMP
Mata Pelajaran : Bahasa Inggris
Kelas : SMP Kelas 9
Waktu :15 Menit

Jul 08, 2025   |   12 views

Which of the following is the most appropriate way to address your teacher in a formal setting?

A. Hey Teacher, how are you?
B. Mr./Ms. [Last Name]
C. Hi [First Name]
D. Good morning!

Pembahasan :
Using Mr./Ms. [Last Name] is the standard formal address for teachers, showing respect and maintaining a professional distance.

Which word is most suitable to use in a formal email to a potential employer?

A. Yo, what's up?
B. Thanks a lot!
C. I am writing to express my interest in...
D. See you later!

Pembahasan :
A formal email requires professional language. 'I am writing to express my interest in...' is polite and appropriate for initiating communication with an employer.

Which of the following phrases would you use in a casual conversation with a friend?

A. I am deeply concerned about the implications of this decision.
B. That's a very insightful point.
C. What's up, man? Did you see that game?
D. I must respectfully disagree with your assessment.

Pembahasan :
The phrase 'What's up, man? Did you see that game?' is informal and commonly used among friends.

In a formal presentation, it's best to avoid using:

A. Strong, clear language
B. Slang or colloquialisms
C. Humor and anecdotes
D. Visual aids

Pembahasan :
Formal presentations should be serious and professional. Humor and anecdotes are generally inappropriate in formal settings.

Which sentence demonstrates formal language?

A. I'm really excited about the project!
B. The research findings are quite interesting.
C. Could you please send me the report at your earliest convenience?
D. Let's just get this done.

Pembahasan :
The sentence 'Could you please send me the report at your earliest convenience?' uses polite and professional language suitable for formal communication.

What is the purpose of using indirect language in a formal setting?

A. To be more humorous
B. To avoid direct confrontation
C. To express strong emotions
D. To make the message more confusing

Pembahasan :
Indirect language is used to soften a message and avoid direct confrontation, which is often preferred in formal situations.

You need to apologize for a mistake you made. Which of the following is the most formal way to express your apology?

A. Sorry, I messed up.
B. I'm really sorry, I made a mistake.
C. I sincerely apologize for my error.
D. It was my fault, I should have known better.

Pembahasan :
'I sincerely apologize for my error' is a formal and respectful way to express regret.

Which of the following is an example of informal language?

A. I believe that this is a crucial aspect of the matter.
B. Please find attached the requested documents.
C. It's a pleasure to meet you.
D. I am thankful for your time and consideration.

Pembahasan :
'It's a pleasure to meet you' is a casual and friendly phrase often used in informal situations.

A formal letter typically includes which of the following elements?

A. A funny anecdote
B. A casual greeting
C. A formal salutation, body, and closing
D. A personal anecdote about the recipient

Pembahasan :
A formal letter follows a standard structure including a formal salutation, body, and closing.

When giving feedback to a colleague, which language is most appropriate?

A. Hey, you totally messed that up!
B. I think you should try a different approach.
C. I appreciate your effort, but I believe there's room for improvement.
D. Let's just skip it and move on.

Pembahasan :
Constructive feedback is best delivered in a polite and professional manner, using phrases that focus on improvement rather than criticism.