5H Formal language 4 Replace the underlined words in the sentences with the more formal words below. available discuss manager many obtain opportunity possess require sit succeed telephone wish 1 Please call me if you need more information. 2 I can get a reference from my current boss. 3 I have got the personal qualities that are necessary to do well in business. 4 I do my exams in June and will be free to start work immediately afterwards. 5 There are lots of reasons why I would like to become a teacher. 6 I would be grateful for the chance to chat about my application in person.

1. Please contact me if you require additional information.
Explanation: "Call me" is less formal compared to "contact me." "Need" is less formal compared to "require." We use "additional" instead of "more" to emphasize that the person is already providing some information, and more is needed.

2. I can obtain a reference from my current manager.
Explanation: "Get" is less formal compared to "obtain." "Reference" is a more formal word for "information." "Current boss" is replaced with "current manager" as it sounds more professional.

3. I possess the necessary personal qualities to excel in business.
Explanation: "Have got" is less formal compared to "possess." "Necessary" is a more formal word for "required." "Do well" is replaced with "excel" as it sounds more professional.

4. I take my exams in June and will be available to commence work immediately afterward.
Explanation: "Do" is replaced with "take" as it is the formal term used for exams. "Free" is replaced with "available" to indicate readiness for work. "Start" is replaced with "commence" as it is a more formal word.

5. There are many reasons why I wish to pursue a teaching career.
Explanation: "Lots of" is less formal compared to "many." "Become" is replaced with "pursue" as it sounds more professional. "Teacher" is replaced with "teaching career" to emphasize the broader aspect of the profession.

6. I would appreciate the opportunity to discuss my application in person.
Explanation: "Grateful for the chance" is replaced with "appreciate the opportunity" as it is a more formal expression. "Chat" is replaced with "discuss" as it is a more professional word choice. "About" is omitted as it is unnecessary in this context.