Worksheet 1: Grammar and Technology
Practice adapting your writing for different digital contexts, like emails and text messages. Click below to print or save as a PDF.
Worksheet 1: Grammar and Technology
Name: _________________________ Date: _________________________
1. Formal vs. Informal Language
Sort the following phrases and sentences into the correct category: "Formal (Email)" or "Informal (Text Message)".
lol that's so funny, Sincerely,, brb, Dear Mr. Smith,, Can u pls send the file?, Could you please send the file when you have a moment?, thx, Thank you for your time.
Formal (Email)
Informal (Text Message)
2. Writing a Professional Email Subject Line
For each scenario, write a clear and professional email subject line.
Subject: __________________________________________________
2. You need to ask your professor for an extension on a paper.
Subject: __________________________________________________
3. You are sending a weekly progress report to your team.
Subject: __________________________________________________
3. Rewriting Informal Messages
Rewrite the following informal text messages into a more formal sentence suitable for a professional email.
Original: hey u got a sec? need the report asap
Original: idk when the meeting is. can u tell me?
Original: sry im running late