Report Writing Quiz

What is the first stage in producing a report?

• Compile data

• Produce a draft

• Plan and ask questions

• Write the conclusion

Which of the following is NOT a question to ask before writing a report?

• What is the purpose of the report?

• What is the problem to be solved?

• How long should the report be?

• Who is going to read the report?

What should the middle section of a report contain?

• Introduction

• Factual section

• Summary

• Recommendations

What is the final part of a report?

• Introduction

• Factual section

• Summary/Recommendations

• Title page

What is the importance of having headings in a report?

• To make it look longer

• To clarify points

• To add more content

• To reduce writing time

What should the title page of a report contain?

• The title of the report and the date

• The summary of the report

• The conclusion of the report

• The recommendations of the report

When is a contents page necessary in a report?

• When the report is short

• When the report is long

• When the report is informal

• When the report is confidential

What should the 'Terms of Reference' section provide?

• The background and purpose of the report

• The conclusion of the report

• The recommendations for action

• The title and date of the report

What is the purpose of the 'Procedure' section in a report?

• To explain the steps taken to gather information

• To summarize the findings

• To list the recommendations

• To provide the title and date

What should the 'Findings' section of a report ensure?

• Logical progression with headings

• A brief summary of the report

• A list of recommendations

• A detailed title page