ENG1514
ASSIGNMENT 1
DUE : 2 MAY 2024
, INSTRUCTIONS
There are two parts to this assignment. Answer ALL questions that have been set.
The first part asks knowledge-based questions. The second part requires you to
apply the knowledge you have gained in Units 1 and 2 in answering questions based
on the text provided. The first part is marked out of 24 and the second part out of 26.
The total mark for the assignment is 50.
PART 1: Knowledge-based Questions
Question 1
Indicate whether the following sentences are formal or informal and provide a
reason for each answer.
1. Bra, how are you gonna come for the party?
Informal, because it uses colloquial language ("Bra" instead of "Bro" or "Brother")
and a casual tone. It also uses "gonna" instead of "going to," which is typical of
informal speech.
2. Ladies and gentlemen, it is my pleasure to welcome you to this august
occasion.
Formal, because it addresses the audience as "Ladies and gentlemen," which is a
formal way of addressing a group of people. The language used is also formal
and respectful.
3. The student couldn’t submit the assignment on time.
Formal, This sentence is actually neutral in terms of formality. It is a
straightforward statement without any particularly formal or informal language. It
could be used in both formal and informal contexts depending on the setting.
ASSIGNMENT 1
DUE : 2 MAY 2024
, INSTRUCTIONS
There are two parts to this assignment. Answer ALL questions that have been set.
The first part asks knowledge-based questions. The second part requires you to
apply the knowledge you have gained in Units 1 and 2 in answering questions based
on the text provided. The first part is marked out of 24 and the second part out of 26.
The total mark for the assignment is 50.
PART 1: Knowledge-based Questions
Question 1
Indicate whether the following sentences are formal or informal and provide a
reason for each answer.
1. Bra, how are you gonna come for the party?
Informal, because it uses colloquial language ("Bra" instead of "Bro" or "Brother")
and a casual tone. It also uses "gonna" instead of "going to," which is typical of
informal speech.
2. Ladies and gentlemen, it is my pleasure to welcome you to this august
occasion.
Formal, because it addresses the audience as "Ladies and gentlemen," which is a
formal way of addressing a group of people. The language used is also formal
and respectful.
3. The student couldn’t submit the assignment on time.
Formal, This sentence is actually neutral in terms of formality. It is a
straightforward statement without any particularly formal or informal language. It
could be used in both formal and informal contexts depending on the setting.
