Formal or Friendly?
Aligned to L.2.3 — Common Core State Standards for English Language Arts.
What this lesson teaches
We talk one way with friends and another way in polite places. Choose the words that fit where you are.
Worked example
With a friend you might say, 'Hi!' To a principal you might say, 'Good morning, how are you?'
Practice questions
- Say hello in a friendly way to a friend.
- Say hello in a polite way to a teacher.
- Tell which way fits a thank-you note.
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¿Formal o de confianza?
Hablamos de una manera con los amigos y de otra en lugares formales. Elige las palabras que van con el lugar.
Ejemplo: Con un amigo dices: '¡Hola!' Con el director dices: 'Buenos días, ¿cómo está usted?'
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