Writing test

• Engels
• Middelbare school
• vmbo b, k, mavo
• Leerjaar 4

Writing test

Finish your reading test and start with the writing exercise. 

Today's programme

• Examples formal vs informal writing 
• Lay-out example 
• Exam exercise 

What is the difference between a formal and a informal letter?

Formal vs Informal

Formal =

Grammatically correct, sophisticated language

Informal = 

Everyday language between friends and family

FORMAL VS INFORMAL

Dunno, ya gonna hafta gimme some mo' time!

Formal vs. Informal

Formeel vs. informeel 

Netjes vs. minder netjes

• Dear sir/madam, 
• I am writing this letter, because ...
• First of all ...
• Secondly ...
• Last but not least ...
• Kind regards, 
• ....

• Hello / goodmorning etc. 

• How are you? 

• Bye / see you later / cheers etc. 

FORMAL VS INFORMAL

formal speech	informal speech
- unknown listener	- friends, family, etc.
- pay attention to what you're saying	- speak rapidly - use certain slang
- sound professional

Formal vs informal

The purpose of formal and informal writing is different. 

Formal = less personal, used for professional and academic settings, and when you are addressing someone you don't know. 

Informal = casual and spontaneous. Think of texting your friends. 

Finish your reading test and start with the writing exercise.

Writing test

Finish your reading test and start with the writing exercise.