Writing Test 11

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Question 1
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Which of the following is not a preliminary step in paragraph writing?

A
Read the topic carefully

B
Look for key terms or words in the topic

C
Start writing without any preparation

D
Think about what you already know about the topic

Solution

The correct answer is Option C.
The question is on which of the given options is not an important step in paragraph writing.
Paragraph writing is to be done on a given topic.
1. The first step, therefore, is to read the topic. Thus, option A is not the correct answer.
2. On reading the topic, one should then look for important words in the topic to know what is to be written in the paragraph. This being one of the initial steps makes option B the incorrect answer.
3. Before starting to write a paragraph, on has to think about the topic, by drawing a rough diagram/outline or by jotting down points. Therefore, Option D is incorrect.
4. One is not supposed to start writing a paragraph without any preparation as it will lead to a scattered/incohesive paragraph. This is not a preliminary step in paragraph writing. Therefore, Option C is the correct answer.
Question 2
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The essential elements of paragraph writing are _________________.

A
understanding, topic, writer's intelligence and length.

B
unity, order, coherence and completeness.

C
details, continuity and information.

D
introduction, conclusion and body.

Solution

The true intent of a paragraph is to express coherent points. The main idea of a paragraph always flows in one direction. As soon as this idea changes, the paragraph also changes.
Hence, a paragraph has one idea and everything familiar that naturally flows with it fits into one single paragraph. Thus, first is unity.
Secondly, a paragraph must follow an order. As ideas in a paragraph should not be random, They should be arranged into a logical chronological order that flows in one direction making it easier to read.
Thirdly, the main idea of the paragraph should not be hanging loose. There should be coherence to interpret the main idea.
Lastly, the paragraph ought be complete in itself.
Therefore, B is correct.
A is incorrect as topic and length are very loose basis to form a paragraph on.
C is incorrect as information can be random also.
D is incorrect as conclusion always comes at last. Hence, rendering this option incorrect.
Question 3
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Directions For Questions

The following letter is written by Raj to his father. He has written the letter to thank his father for the birthday gift that he sent to him.

Sector $$158$$BG
Indore, M.P.
___________$$[1]$$
My dear father,
I have just _________$$[2]$$ the lovely camera that you have __________$$[3]$$ me for my birthday. It's the best birthday _________$$[4]$$ I have ever received. I will _____________$$[5]$$ it forever. I shall send you ___________$$[6]$$ which I click with it. Once again, my sincere thanks. Hoping to see you soon.
Your loving son,
Raj.

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Fill in the blank with a suitable word for blank [5]

A
happy

B
thrill

C
enjoying

D
cherish

Solution

The verb "cherish" means to hold something dear, like a treasure. The context refers to a gift received by a son from his father. This fits the context best. Hence, D is correct.
A, B and C are incorrect as they do not fit tyhe context.
Question 4
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Given above is the format of an informal letter. Fill in the 20th blank with the correct option from the given options.

A
Subject

B
Address of the sender

C
Date of writing

D
Salutation

Solution

Here, we have to explain the format of the letter. The 20th blank in the letter is the place where we usually write the date. Let's have a look at the options.
Option A - 'Subject' is written in a formal letter. As the question states, that the given format is of an informal letter, we must not write the subject. Hence, option A is incorrect.
Option B - 'Address of the sender' has to be written on the top left side of the paper. The address of the sender will be written in the 19th blank.
Option D - 'Salutation' is always written after the address and the date, i.e., in the third line. Hence, option D is incorrect.
Option C - Yes, after writing the address of the sender, we must write the date of writing the letter in the 20th blank. Hence, option C is correct.
Question 5
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Which of the following contributes towards a better understanding of a paragraph?

A
Topic sentence

B
Continuity in flow of ideas

C
Both A and B

D
None of the above

Solution

The correct answer is Option C.
Various factors contribute towards better understanding of a paragraph.
The topic sentence expresses the main idea of the paragraph. Similarly, the flow of ideas in a paragraph should be continuous. Haphazard presentation of ideas confuses the reader resulting in the paragraph not being understood.
Therefore, Option C is the correct answer- Both Option A and B contribute towards a better understanding of a paragraph.
Question 6
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Which of the following is NOT a characteristic of a well-written paragraph?

A
Relevant information

B
Linking of ideas

C
Comprehensive sentences

D
None of these

Solution

A well written paragraph is supposed follow a central idea. Thus, linking of ideas is important. The information regarding the central idea should be relevant. Thus, A is incorrect. For a well written paragraph, each sentence should be backed by logical reasoning that stays in one paragraph. Hence, the sentences must be comprehensive and relevant. Thus, C is also incorrect.
Hence, only D is correct.
Question 7
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Directions For Questions

Global Warming:
- A threat
- Caused ecological threat to many countries
- We must check it
- Otherwise it will be too late.
Global warming ________$$[1]$$ the world. It ________$$[2]$$ disturbances. There is a ________$$[3]$$ countries and islands. If we want to save our planet, we ________$$[4]$$. We have to use methods to create ecological balance otherwise it ________$$[5]$$.

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Read the information and fill in blank [5].

A
cause disturbance

B
will be too late

C
will be threat

D
should be checked

Solution

The context uses the adverb "otherwise" to indicate what else could happen. Thus, the context refers to a possible future consequence. Also, from the notes given with reference to the context we can infer that option B is the correct answer. It refers to a possible consequence in the future, "will bee too late".
A is incorrect as there is a missing auxiliary verb. Hence, this is grammatically incorrect.
C is incorrect as the alternative to creating ecological balance cannot possibly be a threat (without mentioning from whom the threat might be).
D is incorrect as this option does not give a contrast as a consequence.
Question 8
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In note-making, which of the following is not a common abbreviation?

A
Sc.

B
Mister.

C
Dr.

D
Govt.

Solution

Note-making is a process of writing important things about something in a compact manner. Option B)Mister is correct as it is not an abbreviation. The other options are wrong as they are commonly used abbreviations in note-making. The correct answer is B)Mister.
Question 9
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The format of a 'Notice' is given. Choose the correct options to be placed on the number 1.

A
Notice

B
Heading

C
Name of the institution

D
Date
Question 10
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Which of the following is a characteristic of a good conclusion of a paragraph?

A
Summarizing the points stated in the paragraph

B
Using linking words that indicate conclusions being drawn

C
Repeating words or phrases from the topic sentence

D
All of the above

Solution

The correct answer is Option D.
A good conclusion is an essential of a well written paragraph.
It is not merely the last line of the paragraph. It summarizes the points stated in the paragraph. Linking words like hence, therefore etc are used to link the ideas to the conclusion. Repeating words from the topic sentence in a conclusion helps to remind the reader the directing and controlling force of the paragraph.
Hence 'All of the above' - Option D is the correct answer.

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Question 1

Read the topic carefully

Look for key terms or words in the topic

Start writing without any preparation

Think about what you already know about the topic

Solution

Question 2

understanding, topic, writer's intelligence and length.

unity, order, coherence and completeness.

details, continuity and information.

introduction, conclusion and body.

Solution

Question 3

happy

thrill

enjoying

cherish

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Question 4

Subject

Address of the sender

Date of writing

Salutation

Solution

Question 5

Topic sentence

Continuity in flow of ideas

Both A and B

None of the above

Solution

Question 6

Relevant information

Linking of ideas

Comprehensive sentences

None of these

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Question 7

cause disturbance

will be too late

will be threat

should be checked

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Question 8

Sc.

Mister.

Dr.

Govt.

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Question 9

Notice

Heading

Name of the institution

Date

Question 10

Summarizing the points stated in the paragraph

Using linking words that indicate conclusions being drawn

Repeating words or phrases from the topic sentence

All of the above

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