WorksheetsTechnical Writing
Total questions: 25
Worksheet time: 13mins
Gather information.
pre-writing
writing
re-writing
It lists each section heading and subheading along with page number in report.
Title Page
Abstract
Table of Contents
Introduction
It contains the summary of the whole report including important features, results and conclusions
Title Page
Abstract
Table of Contents
Introduction
It states the objectives of the report and comments on the way the topic of the report is to be treated.
Title Page
Abstract
Table of Contents
Introduction
It is consist of seven to eight well-chosen words and its goal is to give clear understanding of the content.
Title Page
Abstract
Table of Contents
Introduction
A short, logical summing up of the theme(s) developed in the main text is called _____________.
Section
Reference
Conclusion
Appendix
Details of published sources of material referred to or quoted in the text including any lecture notes and URL addresses of any websites used is called __________________.
Bibliography
Reference
Conclusion
Appendix
Any further material which is essential for full understanding of your report but not required by a casual reader is called ___________________.
Bibliography
Reference
Conclusion
Appendix
Which of the following is NOT a common format guideline in writing technical report?
report must be printed single sided on white A4 paper
1- or 1-1/2-inch margins for all four margins of the report
Generally use double spaced typing
number the title, summary or contents pages
Every type of writing has a goal.
TRUE
FALSE
Telling the truth as one of the general categories
clarity
conciseness
accuracy
organization
ethics
Avoiding vague, obscure and/or connotative words
accuracy
conciseness
clarity
organization
ethics
Effective communication requires quality content and language
clear
accurate
concise
correct
The grammatical structure of your technical document should be free from any kind of ambiguities.
clear
accurate
complete
correct
Information stated leaves nothing to the imagination
accurate
relevant
complete
detailed
What is the primary goal in technical writing?
to persuade
to investigate
to inform
to promote
Which two types of writing are examples of technical writing?
personal essay
how-to guide
news article
instructions
Which type of technical document would a technical writer prepare to provide an overview of a research project?
Analyses
Summaries
Instructions
Description
What sets technical writing apart from other types of writing?
Its primary goal is to tell a story.
Its primary goal is to present an argument.
Its primary goal is to demonstrate critical thinking.
Its primary goal is to instruct others.
written communication that delivers technical information, often in the form of instructions.
creative writing
business writing
technical writing
academic writing
the intended readers, viewers, or listeners of a message.
audience
group
friends
animals
a set of documents that act as guides or references outlining the functioning of a program
technology
purpose
documentation
audience
the intention behind the message
audience analysis
purpose
description
to inform
