What are some characteristics of informal writing? Select the two correct answers.(1 point)

The two characteristics of informal writing are:

1. Abbreviated words
2. Contractions

You want to write a letter persuading your parents to take you to Yellowstone National Park for vacation. You want it to be impressive and respectful. Which type of writing should you use?(1 point)

Responses

informal writing
informal writing

abbreviated writing
abbreviated writing

formal writing
formal writing

casual writing

You should use **formal writing** to impress and respectfully persuade your parents to take you to Yellowstone National Park for vacation.

What is a strategy you can use to help make sure your work sounds formal?(1 point)

Responses

Have a friend read it.
Have a friend read it.

Use multiple sources.
Use multiple sources.

Type it on a computer.
Type it on a computer.

Read it out loud.

A strategy you can use to help make sure your work sounds formal is to **have a friend read it**. This can provide you with feedback on the tone and clarity of your writing.

When is it most appropriate to use informal English?(1 point)

Responses

in an oral presentation
in an oral presentation

in a text to a friend
in a text to a friend

in an essay
in an essay

in an email to your principal
in an email to your principal
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It is most appropriate to use informal English **in a text to a friend**.