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Total questions: 13
Worksheet time: 7mins
"Her sales pitch was commendable". What does the word pitch mean here?
The pitch that the current SL men's cricket team embarrass themselves on
The one that is used in singing
A sales presentation
An angle or a slope
"The term "leaky pipeline" is often used to describe the phenomenon where women and underrepresented minorities, drop out of a career path, educational track, or professional field at various stages due to unfair societal conditions. This metaphor is commonly applied in contexts such as STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics) education and careers, where there is a noticeable attrition of talent at different points along the academic and career journey". Which answer best summarises this paragraph
The "leaky pipeline" describes how women and underrepresented groups are thrusted out of the STEM field
The "leaky pipeline" describes the dropout of women and minorities from STEM fields at various stages of their academic and career paths due to unfair societal conditions.
The "leaky pipeline" is about women losing their status in the STEM field
The "leaky pipeline" explains the disgusting gender inequality in the STEM field
What does the term "glass ceiling" refer to in the context of workplace inequality?
A literal ceiling made of glass in the workplace
An invisible barrier that prevents women and minorities from advancing in their careers
A new type of window design in modern offices
A term used to describe the cleanliness of office spaces
Why is diversity important in the workplace?
It makes the workplace look more colorful
It brings together people with different perspectives and experiences
It creates more competition among employees
It allows for more office parties
What is the significance of unconscious bias training in organizations?
It helps employees become more aware of their biases and prejudices
It teaches employees how to sleep better at work
It encourages employees to be biased in decision-making
It promotes biased hiring practices
In the context of technical writing, which of the following best defines "jargon"?
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Informal language used to create a casual tone.
Specialized terminology used within a particular field or industry
C) Simple language that avoids technical terms.
Slang used by teenagers in the context of technical writing
What is the purpose of using active voice in technical writing?
To confuse the readers
To make the writing more engaging and clear
To hide important information
To make the writing sound more formal
How does using passive voice affect the readability of technical documents?
It makes the documents easier to understand
It confuses the readers and makes the information less clear
It adds a sense of formality to the writing
It has no impact on readability
Why is it important to avoid using ambiguous terms in technical writing?
Ambiguous terms make the writing more interesting
Ambiguous terms help in engaging the readers
Ambiguous terms can lead to misunderstandings and confusion
Ambiguous terms make the writing sound more professional
Which of the following sentences best demonstrates the correct use of the term "algorithm"?
The algorithm he bought was expensive but worth it.
She used an algorithm to enhance the resolution of the image.
The algorithm of the team was full of spirit and enthusiasm.
An algorithm can be found in any library or bookstore.
Which of the following sentences correctly uses the term “cloud computing” in a casual context?
“I forgot to save my files, so I had to ask for help from the cloud computing team.”
“With cloud computing, you can store and access your files from anywhere with an internet connection.”
“Cloud computing is just a fancy term for hanging out with friends on a cloudy day.”
“I don’t understand why cloud computing is so popular; it sounds like weather forecasting.”
Which of the following best illustrates the use of “viral” in the context of social media?
“They are working on a viral campaign to advertise their latest product.”
“The new software update went viral across multiple devices.”
“Her cat video went viral, and now everyone is talking about it online.”
“The computer virus spread through the viral email attachments.”
Which of the following sentences best demonstrates the use of the term “cultural hegemony” in the context of global media?
“Cultural hegemony is evident when dominant media companies shape global entertainment standards and cultural norms.”
“The film’s success was attributed to its cultural hegemony over international box offices.”
“Her cultural hegemony in fashion made her the most influential designer of the decade.”
“The cultural hegemony of the local theater was reflected in the popularity of its plays.”
