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Is the poem Limbo by Edward Kamau Brathwaite formal or informal?
It depends. It doesn't use specific formal language and is set-out like a song with the 'beat of the drum' creating a heartbeat. The poem uses lots of repetition which may suggest it to be informal, yet it has no slang or shortened words. I don't think this poem is trying to be formal or informal, it just wants to portray the location and actions of the slaves through a rhythmical structure.
Why would an author use a charged or a loaded word?
To produce an emotional response.
How language is creative?
Very. Language is what we express ourself with. We choose to be creative with the language we use.
Why would an author use nonfactual information in a factual work?
"The Baker Heater League" is non-fiction. However, it refers to fictional legends and stories. Why would the author use nonfactual information in a factual work? -- Someone please help. it's 1am and I'm so stressed out.
Which type of narrator would an author use if he or she wanted to create a more personal experience for the audience?
First person
What language do you use with friends?
I use informal language (slang) with my friends as they understand it.
Formal and informal language?
Formal language is the widely accepted language of a nation. Informal language refers to slang and different dialects people use.
In which situation would a writer most likely use informal language?
Writing a letter to a friend.
Can you use yep in business?
No....yep is informal language and in business,we use totally formal language...
What are the differences between formal and informal language?
In short and in general, formal language is the language you would use when talking to your boss, whereas informal language is the one you use when talking to a friend. For example while informal language is often full of slang, the formal one doesn't allow that. Formal language uses more difficult/sophisticated language and is stricter with grammar (e.g. no contractions). Informal language basically allows you to go crazy with the language as long as the receiver of your message understands it.
Why would some lawyers use an informal friendly and casual tone with the jury?
They're using a narrative style.
Informal speech that people use in everyday language is called?
Colloquial
Would you use colloquial language in a formal essay?
Colloquial means informal language, which would be like Oh my god! or using I/you/me/my anything using first person in writing.
In situations would a writer most likely use informal language?
Writing a letter to a friend.
Which diction choice is not characteristic of informal language?
The use of complex vocabulary or jargon is not characteristic of informal language. Informal language typically includes colloquial expressions, contractions, and slang terms that are more casual and conversational in nature.
In linguistics what is the difference between the terms 'slang' and 'colloquial' and 'informal'?
Informal speech is any use language that would not be acceptable in formal speech or writing (including both colloquialisms and slang). Colloquialisms are informal speech (particularly words and phrases) that are characteristic of conversation, and may also be typical of sub-dialects. Slang is informal speech (words and phrases) that would be considered undignified in certain contexts, or the use of shared synonyms and metaphors to avoid the taboo on certain topics.
What does informal mean in English class?
Informal language in an English class typically refers to the use of casual, everyday language that is not as structured or rigid as formal academic language. It may involve conversational phrases, slang, contractions, or colloquial expressions. It is important to understand when and where it is appropriate to use informal language in writing or discussion.
