ENG2604
MAY/JUNE EXAM 2025
UNIQUE NO.
DUE DATE: 20 MAY 2025
, ENG2604 – May/June 2025 Exam Portfolio
Due Date: 20 May 2025
Question 1: Identify the Register – Formal or Informal (5 marks)
Indicate whether each sentence is written in a formal or informal style:
1. Lily booked a taxi using an application on her mobile device.
Answer: Formal
2. Kindly make sure your mask is worn at all times inside the shop.
Answer: Formal
3. Leaving during this storm may not be the best decision.
Answer: Formal
4. The medical profession is known for requiring constant commitment and
long hours.
Answer: Formal
5. He tried to come across as a good guy in court, but they didn’t fall for it.
Answer: Informal
Question 2: Persuasive Appeals – Ethos, Logos, or Pathos (5 marks)
Identify which rhetorical appeal is used in each statement:
1. Looking to brighten your partner’s day? This bag is sure to bring a big
smile.
Answer: Pathos (emotional appeal)
2. LoseItAll is recommended by leading diet experts—your trusted solution to
weight loss.
Answer: Ethos (appeal to credibility)
3. Even a small contribution from you can help stop the tears of those in
need.
Answer: Pathos (emotional appeal)
MAY/JUNE EXAM 2025
UNIQUE NO.
DUE DATE: 20 MAY 2025
, ENG2604 – May/June 2025 Exam Portfolio
Due Date: 20 May 2025
Question 1: Identify the Register – Formal or Informal (5 marks)
Indicate whether each sentence is written in a formal or informal style:
1. Lily booked a taxi using an application on her mobile device.
Answer: Formal
2. Kindly make sure your mask is worn at all times inside the shop.
Answer: Formal
3. Leaving during this storm may not be the best decision.
Answer: Formal
4. The medical profession is known for requiring constant commitment and
long hours.
Answer: Formal
5. He tried to come across as a good guy in court, but they didn’t fall for it.
Answer: Informal
Question 2: Persuasive Appeals – Ethos, Logos, or Pathos (5 marks)
Identify which rhetorical appeal is used in each statement:
1. Looking to brighten your partner’s day? This bag is sure to bring a big
smile.
Answer: Pathos (emotional appeal)
2. LoseItAll is recommended by leading diet experts—your trusted solution to
weight loss.
Answer: Ethos (appeal to credibility)
3. Even a small contribution from you can help stop the tears of those in
need.
Answer: Pathos (emotional appeal)