Use of formal languageOnline version The sentences below are expressed in an informal way, choose the most suitable expression A or B, which means the same as the one given but in a very formal way. Example: 0. I want to work in your company: A: I wish I were in your company B. I would like to apply for a position at your company. Right answer B by Célula de Desarrollo Dirección General de Desarrollo Académico e Innovación Educativa 1 1. I suggest Richard Smith for the employment a A) I highly recommend Richard Smith as a candidate for employment. b B) Richard is a good candidate for the job. 2 2. Albert Smith worked in this company for 3 years. a Albert is an employee since three years ago. b Albert was employed by this company from 2002 – 2005. 3 3. He is very talkative and friendly. a A) He likes to talk a lot . b B) He has excellent communication skills and he is friendly. 4 4. You can call me at 555 456 243. a You can reach me at (919) 233-1552. b Call me later at 919 233-1552. 5 5. My good drawing skills will be of great help for your company a My excellent drawing skills, as described in the enclosed resume, are well suited to your company. b I draw very well and this can be of great help in your company. 6 6. If you have more questions about his skills, you can call me. a In case you have a lot of questions about me, call me, please. b If you have any further questions with regard to his background or qualifications, please do not hesitate to call me. 7 7. I can meet you whenever you want. a If you want to know more about me, we can meet whenever you want. b I will be happy to meet with you at your convenience and discuss how my education and experience match your needs. 8 8. Charles was in charge of the office tasks, for example he made letters, appointments, he designed some brochures and other office documents. a Charles was responsible for office support for example including word processing, scheduling appointments and creating brochures, newsletters, and other office literature. b Charles typed letters, made business appointments and he liked to draw brochures. 9 9. I took a lot of courses and also I worked as a computer assistant at the company. a I have studied a lot of courses and I have been a computer assistant. b In addition to having taken a broad range of courses, I served as a computer assistant at the company.
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