Formulaic English
In many situations there are expressions we are expected to use. These are called formulaic expressions.
In what situations are these formulaic expressions used?
1. my sincere condolences
A. a wedding
B. a childbirth
C. a graduation ceremony
D. a funeral
2. Seasons Greetings
A. Christmas
B. a birthday
C. a baptism
D. a prize giving
3. Bless you!
A. Thanksgiving
B. a sneeze
C. a serious illness
D. a divorce
4. the powers that be
When talking about:
A. nature
B. sport
C. politics
D. machinery
5. If I were you
A. giving advice
B. expressing surprise
C. expressing regret
D. introducing yourself
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