Which sentence best fits a formal thank-you at the end of a school presentation?

• I would like to thank the committee for inviting me to speak.
• Thanks a bunch for having me here.
• Yo, thanks for havin' me here today; it was cool to hang out with you.

Which situation is most likely to call for a formal report?

• Telling a friend a funny story during lunch
• Chatting with a sibling while playing a game
• Presenting the results of a science-fair test to a judging panel

A teacher always needs formal speech, even during a relaxed lunchtime chat.

Which change helps a speaker adapt a casual explanation for a formal report?

• Replace slang with precise wording
• Speak much louder
• Keep the wording but speak at a faster pace

Maria reports her art project to judges, then describes it in a relaxed chat with a friend. What can she change while keeping the information accurate?

• The materials she used
• Her words and tone
• The result of her completed project

Deshawn uses 'annual', meaning once a year. His cousin asks what it means; his teacher already knows. How should he adjust his explanation for the cousin?

• Repeat 'annual' more often.
• Skip the word and the information about how often it happens.
• Explain that 'annual' means once a year, then continue with the same information.

Trip forms are due Monday. Which pair keeps that deadline while fitting a formal report and a relaxed chat?

• Report: 'Forms are due Tuesday.' Chat: 'Hey, bring your forms Tuesday.'
• Report: 'Forms are due Monday.' Chat: 'Take your time; bring the forms whenever you like.'
• Report: 'Forms are due Monday.' Chat: 'Hey, remember to bring your forms Monday.'

Priya is reporting a test of a paper bridge. It held four books. She says, 'This thing is really cool.' Which revision gives listeners clearer information?

• This thing was very interesting to build.
• The paper bridge held four books.
• I enjoyed making this thing for our project.