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Email Basic Etiquette 12

Total questions: 80

Worksheet time: 50mins

Name
Class
Date
1.

Identify the correctly written email address format below:

a)

andrew@yahoo

b)

andrew@protonmail.com

c)

andrew at gmail dot com

d)

andrew.hotmail@com

2.

True or False: Services such as Gmail offer free email accounts.

a)

True

b)

False

c)

Maybe

d)

I'm not sure, let me ask my mum

3.

The ________ should be a brief description of what the email is about.

a)

email body introduction

b)

receipient

c)

title

d)

subject

4.

Which of the following features or fields can an email have? Select all that apply.

a)

URL web address bar.

b)

Receipient

c)

Attachments

d)

Subject

e)

Cc and Bcc

5.

If you want to share an email you've received, you can ________ it.

a)

archive

b)

forward

c)

reply

d)

Google

6.

________ is another term for junk email.

a)

Bcc

b)

Malware

c)

Spam

d)

Attachment

7.

If you create an email signature, it's best to include ________.

a)

random thoughts

b)

at least four phone numbers

c)

list of your favorite movies

d)

your preferred contact info

8.

Which if the following is email address fields? Check all that is relevant.

a)

From

b)

To

c)

Spam

d)

BCC

9.

What program from the following do you use to get to your emails?

a)

Word

b)

Browser (Chrome, Microsoft Edge, Opera, Safari, Firefox etc.)

c)

Super Mario Bros.

d)

Adobe Reader

10.

New messages are stored in which folder?

a)

Sent

b)

Drafts

c)

Inbox

d)

Junk

11.

How can you tell if you have not read an email?

a)

The message appears in bold text

b)

The message appears in red, bold text

c)

The message appears in normal black text

d)

The message appears in normal red text

12.

When you need to send a file like a photo, document, video to a friend via email, this is called an

a)

file

b)

attachment

c)

nonsense

d)

something I would think I need to send.

13.

When you send emails you can also add attachments. An attachment can be:

a)

A photo

b)

A word document

c)

A music file

d)

My cat

14.

Which button do you click to create a new email message?

a)

Send

b)

Compose / New Message

c)

Reply

d)

Forward

15.

How would you say the @ symbol out loud?

a)

And

b)

After

c)

At

d)

Am

16.

You shouldn’t type in all capital letters because it means

a)

Nothing special

b)

That you are shouting

c)

That it is okay to send that message to others

d)

That the keyboard is broken

17.

You should never never never

a)

Attach unnecessary files to your email message

b)

Write impolite things to the person you are emailing (i.e. Be rude)

c)

Ask for or give out personal information

d)

All of the above

18.

If someone is rude to you in an email

a)

Do not reply to the email and inform your parents or teacher

b)

Be rude right back to them

c)

Forward the email to everyone you know

d)

All of the above

19.

You can make yourself look good online if you

a)

Spell all your words correctly

b)

Say polite things to others

c)

Write something that makes sense

d)

All of the above

20.

You should check your email......

a)

Every single minute of the day

b)

Only when you are told to

c)

Often enough

d)

Only when the mailbox is full and you get complaints.

21.

Before you send an email

a)

Make sure you have the correct email address

b)

Reread the email and correct any errors

c)

Make sure your message will not make anyone feel bad

d)

All of the above

22.

Why do websites track your online activity?

a)

Collect information on the videos you watch

b)

To keep a record of the things you search for online.

c)

Can help them suggest more relevant searches, but it can also be used for advertising purposes.

d)

All choices are correct.

23.

Identify which tip that is NOT and email etiquette tip.

a)

Limit Text Formatting *can look unprofessional

b)

Be Clear & Concise

c)

Include a greeting

d)

USE ALL CAPS to emphasis your volume of voice.

24.

Which item is NOT correct when sending an email attachment?

a)

Mention included attachments in your email.

b)

Make sure attachments do not need a specific application to be viewed.

c)

Attach files before writing the email. Many forget after because they get distracted by writing the email.

d)

It doesn’t matter about the size of the file and format because email can handle any type of file size.

25.

Why is email safety a concern?

a)

Email is not totally secure.

b)

Email is a gateway for email scammers and cyber criminals

c)

Email attachments can be dangerous to open when they are received unexpectedly and from unknown senders.

d)

All choices are a email safety concern.

26.

What parts of this email are MISSING?

a)

Subject

b)

Greeting

c)

Body

d)

Closing

e)

Signature

27.

Mark all the correct greetings.

a)

Dear Ms. Lancaster,

b)

Good morning, Mrs. Wade

c)

What's up, Ms. Darby?

28.

Some questions and conversations are best to have face-to-face because there’s a large risk of misunderstanding in email.

a)

True

b)

False

29.

What should you be mindful of when writing an email?

a)

Emails can be saved forever and forwarded to others.

b)

Emails delete themselves after three days.

c)

Emails are temporary and unimportant.

d)

Emails replace the need to ever communicate verbally.

30.

You need a greeting or salutation in emails.

a)

True

b)

False

31.

Which of the following should NOT be included in a complaint?

a)

A description of your concerns

b)

Attempts you made to resolve a problem

c)

TYPING IN ALL CAPS TO SHOW THAT YOU ARE ANGRY

d)

Ideas for how the problem could be solved

32.

What should be included in the subject line when you email a teacher?

a)

Just your name

b)

Nothing

c)

The topic of your email

d)

Your teacher's name

33.

What is it important to do with every email?

a)

Reread your email and fix any typos.

b)

Make sure that your tone is appropriate.

c)

Add a relevant subject line.

d)

Have a great greeting and closing.

e)

All of the above

34.

Mark the correct email.

a)

I have a question about the assignment. Can you please help me after school tomorrow?

b)

I don't understand the assignment from Friday!!!!!!!! Please help!!!!!!!

35.

When you receive an email that upsets you or makes you mad, you should

a)

Wait until you are calm and think about how to respond appropriately

b)

Write back immediately and vent your feelings

c)

Write back in ALL CAPS with lots of exclamation points!!

d)

Delete it

36.

Email attachments can contain viruses or malware.

a)

True

b)

False

37.

To protect sensitive information like credit card numbers, you'll want to shop from your ______________ Internet connection if possible.

a)

School

b)

Public

c)

Starbucks

d)

Home

38.

Select important tips for using email in business. (Select all the Apply)

a)

Use a basic email address, be professional and nothing to extreme

b)

Use professional language

c)

Be cautious and discreet. The company could read your email. Don’t gossip or talk about co-workers.

d)

Check your recipients. Address the right people when sending a reply.

e)

Be courteous & polite.

39.
What does a computer allow you to do?
a)
Type documents and send email
b)
Browse the Internet
c)
Store and retrieve data
d)
All of the above
40.

A message sent electronically.

a)

letter

b)

email

c)

inbox

41.

polite email for school or work

a)

formal email

b)

informal email

42.

an email to a friend or family

a)

formal email

b)

informal email

43.

Email to a principal.

a)

formal email

b)

informal email

44.

Email to your teacher.

a)

formal email

b)

informal email

45.

When looking at a website, one should always verify the information using a known reliable source

a)

True

b)

false

46.

What is something to remember when communicating with a teacher?

a)

Use slang

b)

Be polite and professional

c)

wear a hat

d)

send compliments, lots of them

47.

What type of communication should be included in emails to teachers or your coach?

a)

informal

b)

formal

c)

sarcastic

d)

silly

48.

Why should you be mindful of your digital footprint when sending emails?

a)

emails are archived so they never actually disappear

b)

emails are erased and are never seen again

c)

your footprint is not really that important, so really you don't need to worry about it

d)

if your footprint is too big, you'll run out of storage

49.

How should you greet your teacher properly?

a)

Yo I need help!

b)

Dear Ms. Spudville,

c)

Sup!

d)

Hey Ms. Spudville!!!!

e)

Nothing

50.

Should I use my teacher's first name when greeting them in an email?

a)

Yes

b)

No

51.

When sending a message to a teacher, always...

a)

use all CAPS

b)

Be specific and follow email etiquette

c)

Be super flattering to get what you want

d)

Tell them all of the details, even the personal things that aren't relevant to the email.

52.

What does "email etiquette" mean?

a)

correct behavior for writing and answering email

b)

proper way to reply to any messages online

c)

rules for writing papers

d)

N/A we text instead of use emails

53.

To create a new email in Gmail, click the _____ button.

a)

X

b)

compose

c)

new email

d)

start

54.

Always proofread your email for ________ errors before sending.

a)

grammar

b)

puncuation

c)

capitalization

d)

spelling

55.

If you receive an email, it is good etiquette to reply within _____ hours.

a)

12

b)

24

c)

48

d)

168

56.

If you are an advocate for yourself, people around you will NOT

a)

See you as responsible

b)

Think you are lazy

c)

See you as an active learner

d)

Think you care about your education

57.

A Subject should contain the majority of the reason you are emailing

a)

True

b)

False

58.

When sending a message to a teacher, always...

a)

Use all CAPS

b)

Be super flattering to get what you want

c)

Be specific and polite

d)

Tell them all of the details, relevant and irrelevant

59.

Why should you be mindful of your digital footprint when sending emails?

a)

emails are archived so they never actually disappear

b)

emails are erased and are never seen again

c)

your footprint is not really that important, so really you don't need to worry about it

d)

if your footprint is too big, you'll run out of storage

60.

You can put all relevant information in the subject line

a)

True

b)

False

61.

Select the best option for a subject line

a)

Can you write me a letter of recommendation? I have an interview tomorrow and I need to bring one with me. I would really appreciate it. I can pick it up by 2 pm

b)

Request for Letter of Recommendation

c)

Since I was your favorite student I know you will do this for me

d)

Hey! I need a favor!

62.

What is the purpose of an email's SUBJECT line?

a)

To be catchy and interesting

b)

Explain what the email will be about

c)

To write the whole message of the email

63.
An email should include all of the following, EXCEPT:
a)
proper punctuation
b)
a greeting
c)
your name
d)
slang or abbreviations 
64.
When you use ALL CAPS, what does this make your reader think?
a)
You are angry.
b)
You are shouting.
c)
You are really excited!! :)
d)
All of the above.
65.
How would you greet your teacher in an email?
a)
Hey!
b)
Dear Mr. Smith:
c)
I have a question!
d)
Dear Tom:
66.
You are upset about the content of an email you receive. What is your next course of action?
a)
Reply back immediately highlighting why you are upset.
b)
Take some time to reflect on whether you are going to reply or handle the situation in a different manner.
c)
Immediately go to your supervisor.
d)
Go home. You have had enough for today.
67.
It is always important to have a subject line in an email.
a)
True
b)
False
68.

When emailing a teacher ALWAYS include...

a)

3 paragraphs

b)

descriptive subject

c)

emjois

d)

full name and class period/section

69.

Why is email etiquette important?

a)

written communication is increasing all the time

b)

without immediate response, it's easy to be misunderstood

c)

with limited class time, email can be used to ask questions

d)

it's not; texting and social media will take over the world.

70.

What should you NOT use when sending a formal email?

a)

Correct grammar and punctuation

b)

Emojis

c)

A subject

d)

Complete sentences

71.

Sarcasm and humor should be avoided in an email for school or work

a)

True

b)

False

72.

Why should you avoid bright colors and fancy fonts in an email?

a)

They are difficult to read

b)

They are easy to read

c)

It is actually OK to use these in an email

73.

What's wrong with this email?

Dear Ms. Smith,

I will not be in class 2day. Can u let me know what I will be missing?

Sincerely,

Ashley Briggs

a)

There is nothing wrong with it

b)

It is impolite

c)

It contains texting abbreviations

74.

The most important reason to follow email etiquette standards is _____.

a)

Professionalism

b)

So you don't get in trouble

c)

Because the teacher told you to

75.

Identify this part of the email:


Sincerely,

Ella Schultz

a)

Closing

b)

Greeting

c)

Body

76.

The signature line in your email should contain the following _____.

a)

Your first and last name

b)

Your first name only

c)

Your address and phone number

77.

When emailing a teacher, you should expect a response _____.

a)

Immediately

b)

A week later

c)

24 to 48 hours

78.

What does Cc means in an email?

a)

Carbon copy

b)

Copy of copy

79.
What does BCC stand for when sending an email?
a)
Blind Copy of a Copy
b)
Blind Copy Carbon
c)
Blind Carbon Copy
d)
Bulk Copy of a Copy
80.
What happens when you "reply all" to an email message?
a)
A photo, video, or other file is attached.
b)
A copy of the email is saved to read later.
c)
Your username & password is shared with others.
d)
Your response is addressed to everyone on the original email.