Question

Read the passage.

Here's the best way to make scrambled eggs. It's the way I make them—so delicious! First you break the desired number of eggs into a mixing bowl. Beat with a wire whisk. Then cook them over medium low, stirring often. Done!

Which features make this passage informal?

Select each correct answer.


third-person point of view


first-person point of view


impersonal tone


expression of subjective feelings


colloquialism


incomplete sentences

Answer 1

The passage is informal due to the use of the first-person point of view, the expression of subjective feelings, and colloquial language. A review of five sentences shows proper comma placement for improved clarity and understanding.

Step-by-step explanation:

The features that make the passage informal are the first-person point of view, the expression of subjective feelings, and the colloquialism used throughout the passage. The author uses 'I' to describe their personal method of making scrambled eggs, which introduces a first-person narrative. Phrases like "so delicious" express personal feelings and opinions, contributing to the informal tone. Additionally, the passage includes colloquial expressions, such as 'Done!' which is an informal way of concluding the instructions.

Incorrectly placed or missing commas in sentences can change the meaning or clarity of the statement. For the review questions provided:

1. 'I finally found my keys, and I got to work just in time.'
2. 'Mrs. Contreras threw out her old coffee table and cleaned the carpet.'
3. 'Taking the elevator to the roof, we hoped we could see the skyline and the bay.'
4. 'Though Susan wasn't feeling well, she went to the store anyway and bought ice cream, pizza, and candy.'
5. 'I let my neighbor borrow my phone because she said hers was tapped by the police.'

Answer 2

In this passage explaining the best way to make scrambled eggs, the features that make it informal are first-person point of view, expression of subjective feelings and incomplete sentences. The informal writing style is similar to a spoken conversation. It takes a personal tone as if you were speaking directly to your audience. There are short sentences or incomplete ones and the speaker may refer to the audience as you, like in this case.