Formality Finder

Students compare pairs of sentences and decide which version sounds more formal and which sounds more casual. They mark each with F or C, focusing on the tone differences created by despite (formal) versus in spite of (less formal). This worksheet also reinforces tone awareness, precision in academic writing, and the nuanced choice between these two expressions.

Curriculum Matched Skills

English Language Arts – Formal vs. Informal Tone

English Language Arts – Vocabulary Choice for Academic Writing

English Language Arts – Contrast Phrase Usage

English Language Arts – Editing for Style

This worksheet is part of our despite vs. in spite of worksheets collection.