ELPT ELPT - English Language Proficiency Formal and Informal Register

Question 1

Which sentence is written in a formal register appropriate for a business email?

Accepted Answer

I am writing to follow up regarding the status of the report.

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Hey, just wanted to touch base about the report.

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Yo, what's the deal with the report?

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Gonna need that report ASAP, thanks.

Question 2

Which word would be most appropriate in a formal academic essay?

Accepted Answer

a considerable amount of

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lots of

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a ton of

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a bunch of

Question 3

Which sentence is appropriate for an informal text message to a friend?

Accepted Answer

Can't make it tonight, sorry!

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I regret to inform you that I am unable to attend.

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I would like to formally decline your kind invitation.

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My attendance is not possible at this time.

Question 4

Identify the informal expression: 'The CEO was fired / dismissed / let go / terminated.'

Accepted Answer

let go

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fired

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dismissed

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terminated

Question 5

Which closing is appropriate for a formal letter of application?

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Yours sincerely,

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Catch you later!

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TTYL

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Cheers!

Question 6

Which sentence uses passive voice to achieve a more formal tone?

Accepted Answer

Errors were identified in the report.

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We made a mistake in the report.

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Somebody messed up the report.

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The report has a bunch of mistakes.