Question

Read the passage.

The game of lacrosse continues to increase in popularity, though it has evolved significantly from its origin in American Indian culture. The game was mostly played by Eastern Woodlands American Indians and by some groups of Plains Indians. Some of the differences between traditional lacrosse and the game as it is played today include the game's purpose, its length, and the number of players. Which features make this passage formal?
Select each correct answer.
first-person point of view
expression of subjective feelings
contractions complex sentences
third-person point of view
incomplete sentences
impersonal tone

Answer 1

Third-person point of view
Impersonal tone
Complex sentences

The rest would make an informal tone.

Answer 2

• Complex sentences.
• Third-person point of view.
• Impersonal tone.

Step-by-step explanation:

These are the elements that make this text formal. By using complex sentences, the author establishes his credibility, and signals which kind of audience is intended to read this text. Moreover, the third-person point of view emphasizes the fact that the text is meant to be an objective assessment of facts. Finally, the impersonal tone takes away the focus from the author and places it on the topic.