Question

Which of these are characteristics of a formal style when writing an explanatory text?
Select the three correct answers.(2 points)
Responses

complex syntax
complex syntax

advanced vocabulary
advanced vocabulary

personal pronouns
personal pronouns

contractions
contractions

standard textbook English
standard textbook English

slang

Answer 1

The three correct characteristics of a formal style when writing an explanatory text are:

1. complex syntax
2. advanced vocabulary
3. standard textbook English

Personal pronouns, contractions, and slang are generally not associated with a formal writing style.