📝 Part 1: Understanding the Differences

Formal writing is __________, professional, and uses full sentences with no slang or abbreviations. It is used when writing to teachers, employers, or for __________ purposes.

Informal writing is __________, conversational, and uses abbreviations, slang, and contractions. It is used when writing to __________ or family.

Formal writing is best for:

Informal writing is best for:

🔍 Part 2: Identifying Formal and Informal Examples

Example A: "Hey Sarah! Can't wait 2 see u at the movies tonight! 😊"

Example B: "Dear Mrs Johnson, I am writing to request an extension for my assignment due to illness."

Example C: "OMG did u see what happened at lunch?? So funny lol"

Example D: "I would like to formally apply for the position of student representative."

🎯 Part 3: Features Matching Activity

✏️ Part 4: Language Features

🔄 Part 5: Rewriting Practice

Informal: "Hey Miss! Can't come 2 class 2day coz I'm sick. Will catch up l8r!"

Formal version:

Formal: "Dear James, I would like to invite you to attend my birthday celebration on Saturday."

Informal version:

💭 Part 6: When to Use Each Style

Writing a text to your friend about weekend plans:

Emailing your teacher about missing homework:

Writing a letter to the Prime Minister:

Messaging your cousin about a family BBQ: