English Vocabulary Language 7–10 yrs

Formal and Informal English

正式与非正式英语

Description

Recognise and compare formal and informal uses of English, understanding that language choices vary based on audience, purpose and context

Mastery Evidence

✓ Identify whether a spoken or written example uses formal or informal language (e.g., 'Dear Sir' vs 'Hey mate')
✓ Rewrite an informal sentence in a more formal way (e.g., change 'Can I have some?' to 'May I please have some?')
✓ Explain why formal language might be used in one situation and informal in another (e.g., a letter to the headteacher vs a note to a friend)

Assessment Prompt

Does your child understand the difference between how they'd write a text to a friend versus a formal letter — and can they explain why the language would be different?