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situation, but if you use “so on” and “etc” you are using nonformal language. Example: There are many types of religions in society: Judaism, Buddhism, Christianity and so on. Change to: There are many types of religions in society such as Judaism, buddhism, Christianity, Jehovah Witnesses and Hinduism. 3. Using “I” When writing a formal essay, you cannot use “I think” “I feel”(and other “I” type statements. Instead, use words like “one” and phrases like “the reader” or “the audience.” The reason we do this is, first, the reader knows you wrote it and also that it is your opinion。 therefore, “I” is not needed. It is not formal language to say I think, plus it is not needed. Examples:“I think t hat cats are better than dogs.” Change to: Cats are better than dogs. Take out all the I thinks, in my opinion, I will show, I will prove and any other personal phrases. Instead, make them into more general statements. 4. Use of “You” “Your” “We” “Us” “Our” Please do not use these words in a formal essay. Not only are they not formal language, but readers