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1. List some words you could use to convey a formal tone in your analysis essay.

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How do you convey a formal tone?

Formal Writing Voice

Do not use first-person pronouns ("I," "me," "my," "we," "us," etc.). ...

Avoid addressing readers as "you." ...

Avoid the use of contractions. ...

Avoid colloquialism and slang expressions. ...

Avoid nonstandard diction. ...

Avoid abbreviated versions of words. ...

Avoid the overuse of short and simple sentences.

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