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Long Quiz in PurCom

Total questions: 50

Worksheet time: 10mins

Name
Class
Date
1.
Inclusive language avoids ________.
a)
slang
b)
jargon
c)
bias
d)
idioms
e)
formality
2.
What’s the purpose of a cover letter?
a)
summarize CV
b)
show personality
c)
repeat resume
d)
list skills
e)
attach portfolio
3.
Accessibility in documents improves access for ________.
a)
experts
b)
clients
c)
everyone
d)
designers
e)
programmers
4.
Which is a technical document?
a)
novel
b)
user manual
c)
blog
d)
poem
e)
essay
5.
Eye contact in interviews shows ________.
a)
disinterest
b)
anger
c)
confidence
d)
confusion
e)
boredom
6.
Which font improves readability for screen readers?
a)
Comic Sans
b)
Arial
c)
Cursive
d)
Papyrus
e)
Joker
7.
Which is an example of plain language?
a)
Utilize
b)
Commence
c)
Begin
d)
Facilitate
e)
Alleviate
8.

What should be lessened or avoided in technical writing?

a)
Clarity
b)
Headings
c)
Passive voice
d)
Bullet points
e)
Definitions
9.
In a resume, quantify your ________.
a)
hobbies
b)
opinions
c)
achievements
d)
beliefs
e)
feelings
10.
Good interview responses are ________.
a)
short
b)
rehearsed
c)
unclear
d)
specific
e)
random
11.
During your thesis defense, a panelist asks why you italicized the journal title but not the article title. Based on APA 7, how should you respond?
a)
Both should be italicized
b)
Only journal titles are italicized
c)
Neither should be italicized
d)
Only article titles are italicized
e)
It depends on the page number
12.
You were tasked to paraphrase five scholarly sources for your paper, but you forgot to cite two of them. According to APA 7, what is this an example of?
a)
Improper formatting
b)
Academic dishonesty
c)
Lack of clarity
d)
Misquotation
e)
Unintentional referencing
13.
Mira is editing a diversity statement for a job application. She writes, “I treat all people equally, regardless of culture.” How might she revise this to reflect both diversity and inclusion?
a)
“I respect everyone equally.”
b)
“I acknowledge and engage with cultural differences.”
c)
“I ignore culture when I teach.”
d)
“I don't mind differences.”
e)
“I aim to create identical experiences.”
14.

You’re citing a source with three authors in your manuscript. Which is correct in APA 7?

a)
(Smith, Lee, & Chen, 2020)
b)
(Smith et al., 2020)
c)
(Smith & colleagues, 2020)
d)
(Smith, Lee, Chen, 2020)
e)
(S. et al., 2020)
15.
A recruiter notices one candidate’s resume uses highly decorative fonts and a rainbow color scheme. What might be the best critique of this design?
a)
It shows creativity
b)
It breaks visual norms
c)
It’s hard to scan and read
d)
It fits the design industry
e)
It displays uniqueness
16.
During a job interview, you’re asked to describe a conflict with a colleague from a different background. What’s the most appropriate strategy?
a)
Focus only on your viewpoint
b)
Blame cultural misalignment
c)
Acknowledge difference and resolution
d)
Avoid talking about differences
e)
Critique their communication style
17.
A student insists that diversity is the same as inclusion. Which response best helps clarify the distinction?
a)
“They’re interchangeable terms.”
b)
“Inclusion is a result of diversity.”
c)
“Diversity is about variety; inclusion is about belonging.”
d)
“Diversity is emotional; inclusion is logical.”
e)
“Inclusion is better than diversity.”
18.
In an interview, Lisa said, “There was a major delay in our team’s submission, and we were able to overcome it.” The interviewer asked what she did about it, but she hesitated. What part of PAR is missing?
a)
Problem
b)
Emotion
c)
Action
d)
Support
e)
Result
19.
A recruiter asks, “Tell me about a challenge you had with a culturally diverse team.” Which is the best action response?
a)
“I avoided conflict.”
b)
“I just did my part.”
c)
“I initiated a dialogue to understand different work styles.”
d)
“We stayed silent.”
e)
“I blamed the system.”
20.
A technical writer is asked to describe a failure in a past project. Which is the best “Problem” response using PAR?
a)
“We didn’t agree on fonts.”
b)
“The product failed due to unclear instructions.”
c)
“I made a typo.”
d)
“We changed the template.”
e)
“I was tired that week.”
21.
During a video interview, Paulo described the problem and the solution, but the panel remained uninterested. What might he improve in his PAR delivery?
a)
He should dress better
b)
Add a joke
c)
Include specific outcomes or data
d)
Change the problem
e)
Use a buzzword
22.
To make technical communication more accessible to the public, what strategies should be used?
a)
Use plain language
b)
Add jargon to sound credible
c)
Provide visuals or infographics
d)
Write at a college reading level
e)
Break down complex steps
23.
You're writing a brochure for a community health campaign. How can you ensure inclusive and respectful language?
a)
Use gender-neutral pronouns
b)
Avoid stereotypes
c)
Assume everyone's experiences are the same
d)
Refer to communities with respectful terms
e)
Use “normal people” to describe the general public
24.
You’re communicating with a diverse, multicultural team. What strategies promote intercultural understanding?
a)
Listen actively
b)
Avoid direct communication
c)
Show cultural curiosity and respect
d)
Stick only to your norms
e)
Ask clarifying questions
25.
During an online meeting with international participants, what actions help communication flow better?
a)
Speak slowly and clearly
b)
Use idioms to connect
c)
Avoid slang and acronyms
d)
Check for understanding
e)
Ignore nonverbal cues
26.
In interviews, what strategies help candidates effectively use the Problem–Action–Result (PAR) method?
a)
Explain the challenge clearly
b)
Emphasize team results only
c)
Highlight your personal contributions
d)
Skip the problem to save time
e)
Detail your results
27.
A candidate was asked about their leadership style. What components should they include in a strong response?
a)
The problem faced
b)
Their action steps
c)
Their personal hobbies
d)
The measurable result
e)
The job title of everyone involved
28.
You’re drafting a technical FAQ page. What helps users understand and trust the content?
a)
Use simple, direct questions
b)
Include technical slang
c)
Organize content with headings
d)
Provide examples and scenarios
e)
Use passive voice throughout
29.

The word “communication” comes from the Latin “communicare,” which means to (a)   .

30.

In simple terms, (a)   is the process of sending and receiving messages between people.

31.

In APA 7, the final “A” stands for “Association,” while the first “A” stands for (a)   . The middle “P” stands for “Psychological.”

32.

Technical writing must be formal, clear, and (a)   (starts with p; can be seen in the course title)

33.

If she (a)   (was/were) invited, she would attend the seminar.

34.

The team, along with the manager, (a)   (is/are) arriving soon.

35.

Neither the students nor the teacher (a)   (was/were) responsible for the error.

36.

If I (a)   (know/knew/had known) about the policy, I would have submitted early.

37.

The data, which includes several variables, (a)   (was/were) analyzed thoroughly.

38.

He would have joined us if he (a)   (have/had/had had) the chance.

39.

The issue with these reports (a)   (seem/seems) to be formatting.

40.

British English uses the spelling “colour,” while American English prefers (a)   .

41.

She was unsure whether to use “toward” or “towards.” In American English, the preferred spelling is (a)   .

42.

Each of the engineers (a)   (was/were) trained on the new tool.

43.

APA 7 encourages writers to avoid biased language to ensure (a)   and respect. (start with i and ends with y; related to diversity)

44.

The verb in the sentence: “Neither of the plans works” agrees with the subject “neither,” which is (a)   .

45.

If I (a)   (be/am/were) you, I would avoid that phrase in academic writing.

46.

APA 7 requires that citations within the text follow the (a)   -date format.

47.

A(n) (a)   is used in technical communication to visually support complex data. (starts with i and ends with c)

48.

To ensure clarity in cross-cultural exchanges, one must avoid idioms and use (a)   language. (a five-letter word; starts with p)

49.

When engaging in online discussions, one must observe proper (a)   (starts with n and ends with e) to maintain respectful communication.

50.

Dressing appropriately, submitting work on time, and speaking respectfully are all signs of (a)   (starts with p and ends with m).