Writing Test 39

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Question 1
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Identify the correct sequence of steps involved in writing a report.

A
Writing a report and checking it

B
Research, selection of topic and writing the report

C
Selection of topic, research, writing the report and finalizing the report

D
None of the above

Solution

The correct answer is Option C.
Report writing is not a simple task. There are various steps to be followed in the correct order to ensure a well-written report.
The first step is selection of a topic to write a report on. Then the writer conducts research and collects necessary data to form his report. This is followed by writing the report and the last step is finalizing the report.
This correct sequence is mentioned in Option C and thus it is the correct answer.
Question 2
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Following are characteristics of a well-written report, EXCEPT ________.

A
Use of jargon

B
Use of active voice

C
Good grammar

D
Correct punctuation
Solution
The correct answer is option A.
There are certain rules to be followed in report writing:
The active voice should be used.
The writer should ensure the use of correct and good grammar and punctuation.
The vocabulary should be comprehensive and use of jargon is not advisable. Use of jargon does not contribute in any way to a well-written report.
The question is on which option is not a characteristic of a well-written report.
Option A is the correct answer as the remaining 3 options are the characteristics of a well-written report.
Question 3
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Which of the following helps to identify the main ideas in a passage?

A
Understanding the main point of the passage without thinking about the details

B
Looking for repetition of words, phrases or similar ideas

C
Both A and B

D
None of the above

Solution

The correct answer is Option C.
Identification of main ideas in the passage is the most important and preliminary step in summary writing. This involves 1. understanding the main idea of the passage and 2. Looking for repetition of words, phrases or similar ideas- this helps us to understand the main point the writer has to say and helps to write an efficient summary that covers the entire text.
Therefore Option 'C'( Both A and B) is correct.
Question 4
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Choose an appropriate option in relation to note writing:
The first step in note writing is ___________________.

A
writing the note directly

B
reading or listening carefully

C
deciding the important points

D
none of the above

Solution

The correct answer is Option B.
A note is a short and informal record of something that is written to jog the memory later.
Note writing follows a particular format and is a step by step process.
The first step is listening or reading carefully the subject on which the note is to be prepared.
On basis of this first step one decides the important points and writes the note.
The above-mentioned explanation rules out Option A and C as correct options and the correct answer is option B.
Question 5
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Out of the following options, which is the most traditional form of advertising?

A
Television

B
Direct mail

C
Radio advertising

D
Social media

Solution

The correct answer is option B.
Television and radio emerged as an advertising medium in the 1900s and social medium has emerged as an advertising medium in the recent years.
Direct mail, on the other hand, has been an advertising medium since the 18th century.
Thus it is the most traditional form of advertising.
Option B is the answer to the given question.
Question 6
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Which of the following should be kept in mind while using abbreviations in note-making?

A
Use standard abbreviations as far as possible

B
Maintain your own abbrevaitions

C
The heading should not be abbreviated

D
All of the above

Solution

The correct answer is Option D.
Use of abbreviations is a component of note-making. Note-making does not follow rules of grammar, punctuation and spelling.
A few points to be kept in mind while using abbreviations include:
1. Use of standard and established abbreviations like kg for kilogram, ltr for litre etc. (Option A)
2. Maintaining your own abbreviations in a manner that the basic form of the word is maintained. (Option B)
3. The heading should not be abbreviated (Option C)
All of the above- Option D is the correct answer.
Question 7
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Complete the sentence with a suitable option:
With reference to telephonic conversation, the phrase 'cut off' means _______________________.

A
Cutting of telephone wires

B
To be disconnected abruptly during a telephone conversation

C
Banging the receiver

D
Disinterest of the listener

Solution

A phrasal verb is a group of words which provide idiomatic meaning using different combinations of verb, adverb, preposition etc. Option B)To be disconnected abruptly during a telephone conversation is correct as cut off with reference to a telephone call means a sudden disconnection during the course of a telephonic conversation.
The other options are incorrect as cutting of telephone wires, banging the receiver, and disinterest of the listener doesn't refer to a sudden disconnection during a telephonic conversation.
Question 8
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While engaged in a telephonic conversation, it is important to ____________.

A
maintain the appropriate level of formality

B
speak clearly

C
display politeness

D
all of the above

Solution

The correct answer is option D.
There are certain points to be kept in mind while being engaged in a telephonic conversation.
The tone depends on whom you are speaking to. However the it is to be noted that an appropriate level of formality is maintained. Being more formal than required makes the opposite person uncomfortable and being too informal creates a negative impression on the listener.
Speaking clearly is very important so that the listener can hear the message correctly and understand it.
One must be polite and show respect for the listener.
Thus option D is the correct answer.
Question 9
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These kinds of words should be used in a formal telephonic conversation, EXCEPT:

A
Could

B
Please

C
May

D
None of the above

Solution

The correct answer is Option D.
Using the right kind of vocabulary in a telephone conversation is important.
Could, may and please are words that express politeness and a formal tone.
The question is on which of the word is not to be used in a telephonic conversation.
So option D is the correct option.
Question 10
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Fill in the blank with a suitable option.
The key in note making should _________________.

A
be enclosed within a box

B
be written at the end of the note

C
contain the list of abbreviations used in the note

D
all of the above

Solution

The correct answer is Option D.
The key is an important component of note-making.
1. It is written at the end of the note.
2. It contains the abbreviations written in the note.
3. It is enclosed within a box.
The answer is, therefore, Option D - all of the above.

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Question 1

Writing a report and checking it

Research, selection of topic and writing the report

Selection of topic, research, writing the report and finalizing the report

None of the above

Solution

Question 2

Use of jargon

Use of active voice

Good grammar

Correct punctuation

Solution

Question 3

Understanding the main point of the passage without thinking about the details

Looking for repetition of words, phrases or similar ideas

Both A and B

None of the above

Solution

Question 4

writing the note directly

reading or listening carefully

deciding the important points

none of the above

Solution

Question 5

Television

Direct mail

Radio advertising

Social media

Solution

Question 6

Use standard abbreviations as far as possible

Maintain your own abbrevaitions

The heading should not be abbreviated

All of the above

Solution

Question 7

Cutting of telephone wires

To be disconnected abruptly during a telephone conversation

Banging the receiver

Disinterest of the listener

Solution

Question 8

maintain the appropriate level of formality

speak clearly

display politeness

all of the above

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Question 9

Could

Please

May

None of the above

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Question 10

be enclosed within a box

be written at the end of the note

contain the list of abbreviations used in the note

all of the above

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