"Hey, what's up?"
Hello, how are you?Yo, wassup?Hi there!Howdy!Asking to use the bathroom:
Gotta go!May I use the restroom, please?I need the bathroom!Bathroom break!"I apologize for being late."
I regret my tardinessSorry I'm late!I extend my apologiesPlease accept my apologyAsking someone to be quiet:
Shush!Be quiet!Could you please lower your voice?Zip it!Meeting a friend at the playground:
Good afternoonHey buddy!GreetingsHow do you do?Saying something is good:
That's awesome!That's excellentCool beans!Sweet!When you need assistance:
Help me out!Could you please help me?Give me a hand!Help!Saying goodbye:
FarewellGoodbyeSee ya later!Until we meet againWhen someone thanks you:
No prob!You're welcomeNo biggieSure thing!Saying something is bad:
It stinksIt is unfortunateIt's the worstThat's nastyHelp your second graders master the important skill of distinguishing between formal and informal English with this engaging digital activity. Students will learn to recognize appropriate language for different situations while having fun!
Through this interactive game, students will:
- Identify formal and informal language in different contexts
- Understand when to use formal vs casual language
- Recognize appropriate language for various situations
- Build awareness of different English language varieties
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