Test on Formal and Informal Writing Styles

Question 1: The sentences in formal writing are typically short and simple, making them suitable for quick communication.

A. Ano

B. Ne

Explanation: The study materials state that in formal writing, "The sentences are complex and long" and "Sentences should be complex and have specific meaning," directly contradicting the idea that they are short and simple.

Question 2: A formal letter typically includes a specific title within its components, such as 'Subject: Job Application', to clearly state its purpose.

A. Ano

B. Ne

Explanation: The study materials list Sender's Address, Date, Recipient's Address, Salutation, Body of the Letter (Introduction, Main Content, Conclusion), Complimentary Close, and Signature as components of a formal letter. A specific title or subject line within the letter's components is not mentioned.

Question 3: According to the study materials, which of the following are rules for formal writing style?

A. Sentences are typically short and simple.

B. Contraction forms should never be used.

C. The closing formula is usually 'Yours sincerely'.

D. Phrasal verbs and slang terms are acceptable.

Explanation: Formal writing requires complex and long sentences, not short and simple ones. Contraction forms are explicitly forbidden in formal writing. The typical closing formula for formal writing is 'Yours sincerely'. Phrasal verbs and slang terms are characteristic of informal writing, not formal writing.

Question 4: According to the provided study materials, which of the following are acceptable salutations for an informal letter?

A. Hello

B. Dear Sir or Madam

C. Dad

D. Sincerely

Explanation: The study materials state that for an informal letter, acceptable salutations include "Hello or hi" and addressing someone by their name or relation like "Michal, dad, mum". "Dear Sir or Madam" is for formal writing, and "Sincerely" (or "Yours sincerely") is a formal closing formula.

Question 5: I gonna is a colloquial short form of I am going to.

A. Ano

B. Ne

Explanation: The study materials list 'I am going to' and 'I gonna' under colloquial expressions, showing 'I gonna' as a colloquial short form.