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Worksheets14B WEEK 7 QUIZ (BUSINESS WRITING & RESUME)
Total questions: 25
Worksheet time: 25mins
A successful business letter is characterized by which of the following? SELECT ALL THAT APPLY
courtesy
clarity
conciseness
completeness
Which of the following regarding Business letter is incorrect?
It is a necessity for business transactions
The reader’s interest should be kept in mind
It ensures quick transmission of message and evoke the desired response
It has 3 main ideas or points, and this should be communicated in plain and easy-to-understand language
It is the oldest form of a business letter. In it each new element is indented two to four spaces. Generally, closed punctuation is used in this style.
The Indented Style
The Complete-block Style
The Modified Block Style
The Traditional Style
It requires more time to type, but those who advocate this style say that the pleasing form it presents more than compensates for the extra time and energy spent.
The Indented Style
The Complete-block Style
The Modified Block Style
The Traditional Style
A letter in this form saves more time because indentation is not required for any part. But some correspondents do not like it because it appears imbalanced and heavy on the left side.
The Indented Style
The Complete-block Style
The Modified Block Style
The Traditional Style
It is important to know the structure of a letter. Which of the following is part of the structure of the letter? SELECT ALL THAT APPLY
An opening
Main point or idea
Asking for action / reference to the future
Closing remarks
You are writing a letter to your friend George Refodiribat. Which of the following is the correct way to address the letter?
Dear George
Dear Mr. Refodiribat
Dear Sir
Dear Sir / Madam
You are writing a formal letter where the name of the reader is unknown, how should you address the letter? SELECT ALL THAT APPLY
Dear Mr/Ms
To whom it may concern
Dear Sir
Dear Sir / Madam
Other titles commonly used are 'Dr' if you are writing to either a medical doctor, or someone who has a doctorate. Master degree holders are normally addressed as?
Master
Sir/Ma'am
Mr/Ms
Boss
British English writers sometimes use '________' in place of 'Mr'.
Esq.
Est.
Brt.
BsE.
They are by far the most common method of communication for internal office correspondence, Most people in companies use them for a wide range of purposes: to confirm appointments and meetings, request help or action, provide information, etc.
Emails
Business Letter
application Letter
Text Message
All of the following are characteristics of Emails, EXCEPT?
tend to be less formal in tone and style
few standard conventions.
are better for brief responses or notices
used more for external correspondence
All of the following are characteristics of Letters, EXCEPT?
start with "Dear (name)".
provide a permanent, written record
tend to have a clear paragraph structure
the paragraphs tend to be shorter
suitable for internal memos and
Which of the following are characteristics of Letters, SELECT ALL THAT APPLY
can be formal
tend to be less formal in tone and style
tend to be longer
the paragraphs tend to be shorter
Which of the following are characteristics of Emails, SELECT ALL THAT APPLY
can be formal
tend to be less formal in tone and style
tend to be longer
the paragraphs tend to be shorter
FILL IN THE BLANKS
Emails are generally _________ and more _________ than letters. Unlike letters, emails don't have conventional openings and closings and a variety of salutations can be used
shorter - informal
shorter - formal
longer - informal
longer - formal
Which of the following are guidelines to following in making Emails? SELECT ALL THAT APPLY
Be brief
Be clear
Be accurate
Use a plain background
What is the purpose of a Resume?
to obtain an interview
to get a job
to know the salary
to present your credentials
You should be able to distinguish the difference of a Resume and a CV. Which of the following is a characteristic of a Resume? SELECT ALL THAT APPLY
brief summary (1-2 pages)
tailored to each position
information can be shuffled around to best suit the applicant
clear chronological order listing the whole career
You should be able to distinguish the difference of a Resume and a CV. Which of the following is a characteristic of a CV? SELECT ALL THAT APPLY
more detailed & more than 2 pages
tailored to each position
will stay put and any changes will be in the cover letter
clear chronological order listing the whole career
Which of the following are elements of a Resume? SELECT ALL THAT APPLY
HEADING
OBJECTIVE
EDUCATION
EXPERIENCE
It is the simplest type of Resume?
CHRONOLOGICAL RESUME
FUNCTIONAL RESUME
COMBINATION RESUME
PERSONAL RESUME
It works bests when you’ve had a long, steady work history and promotions that you want to showcase
CHRONOLOGICAL RESUME
FUNCTIONAL RESUME
COMBINATION RESUME
PERSONAL RESUME
Sometimes used by those with little or no work experience, or those who are career changers
CHRONOLOGICAL RESUME
FUNCTIONAL RESUME
COMBINATION RESUME
PERSONAL RESUME
Which of the following are purposes of a cover letter/application letter? SELECT ALL TAHT APPLY
to introduce you to an employer,
to give them a frame of reference,
to provide a sample of your writing ability
to know your intentions in applying
