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Practice Test: Practical Writing

A 100-mark paper covering "Formal Letter Writing", "Informal Letter Writing", "Job Applications & Cover Letters", "Professional Email Etiquette", and "Complaint & Request Letters" — multiple choice, true/false, fill-in-the-blank, column matching, and short answer, all auto-graded instantly.

EDUSAMBAM Editorial Team · 45 questions · 100 marks · Instant self-assessment

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Section	Questions	Marks Each	Total
A — Multiple Choice	15	2	30
B — True / False	10	2	20
C — Fill in the Blank	10	2	20
D — Column Matching	5 pairs	2	10
E — Short Answer	5	4	20
Total	45	—	100

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Section A — Multiple Choice

30 marks

15 questions · 2 marks each.

1.A formal letter is typically used for:Basic2 pts

A. Chatting with a close friend

B. Professional or official communication

C. Writing a diary entry

D. Texting casually

2.Which of these is appropriate in a formal letter's closing?Basic2 pts

A. "Later!"

B. "Sincerely,"

C. "Bye for now!"

D. "Catch ya later"

3.An informal letter is usually written to:Basic2 pts

A. A government office

B. A close friend or family member

C. A potential employer

D. A formal committee

4.Which of these is appropriate in an informal letter's greeting?Basic2 pts

A. "Dear Sir/Madam,"

B. "To Whom It May Concern,"

C. "Hey Sam,"

D. "Dear Hiring Committee,"

5.A cover letter accompanying a job application should:Basic2 pts

A. Repeat the resume word for word

B. Introduce the applicant and explain their interest and suitability for the role

C. Be written informally with slang

D. Avoid mentioning any skills

6.A resume typically summarizes:Basic2 pts

A. A person's favorite hobbies only

B. A person's education, skills, and work experience

C. A fictional story

D. A grocery list

7.Which subject line is most appropriate for a professional email?Basic2 pts

A. "hey"

B. "Meeting Request: Project Timeline Review"

C. "!!!URGENT!!!"

D. (leaving it blank)

8.Professional email etiquette generally includes:Basic2 pts

A. Using clear, respectful language and a proper greeting/closing

B. Writing in all capital letters

C. Using excessive slang

D. Skipping the subject line

9.A complaint letter is written to:Basic2 pts

A. Praise a company with no issue mentioned

B. Formally express dissatisfaction about a product or service and request a resolution

C. Apply for a job

D. Invite someone to an event

10.A request letter is written to:Basic2 pts

A. Complain about a poor experience

B. Formally ask for something, such as information, permission, or assistance

C. Insult the recipient

D. Share casual gossip

11.Which tone is most appropriate for a formal letter?Basic2 pts

A. Casual and full of slang

B. Polite, respectful, and professional

C. Sarcastic and joking

D. Overly emotional and personal

12.In a formal letter, the sender's address is typically placed:Basic2 pts

A. Nowhere; it is never included

B. At the top of the letter

C. Only in the signature

D. In the middle of the body

13.Which of these is a key feature of a well-written complaint letter?Basic2 pts

A. Vague, unclear details

B. Clear explanation of the issue with relevant facts and a requested resolution

C. Rude or aggressive language

D. No mention of what outcome is wanted

14.An effective cover letter should be:Basic2 pts

A. Extremely long and unfocused

B. Concise, relevant, and tailored to the specific job

C. Copied exactly from a template with no changes

D. Written entirely in informal language

15.Proofreading a professional email before sending is important because it helps:Basic2 pts

A. Waste time unnecessarily

B. Catch errors and ensure the message is clear and professional

C. Make the email longer

D. Remove the subject line

Section B — True / False

20 marks

10 questions · 2 marks each.

16.A formal letter is generally used for professional or official communication.Intermediate2 pts

True

False

17.Informal letters typically use a casual, friendly tone.Intermediate2 pts

True

False

18.A cover letter should simply repeat the resume without adding any new information.Intermediate2 pts

True

False

19.A resume summarizes a person's education, skills, and work experience.Intermediate2 pts

True

False

20.Professional emails should generally avoid excessive slang and all-caps text.Intermediate2 pts

True

False

21.A clear, specific subject line helps the recipient understand the email's purpose.Intermediate2 pts

True

False

22.A complaint letter should clearly explain the issue and state the desired resolution.Intermediate2 pts

True

False

23.A request letter is used to formally ask for something, such as information or assistance.Intermediate2 pts

True

False

24.Formal letters typically use a polite, respectful, and professional tone.Intermediate2 pts

True

False

25.Proofreading before sending a professional email is unnecessary and can be skipped.Intermediate2 pts

True

False

Section C — Fill in the Blank

20 marks

10 questions · 2 marks each. Type the missing word or term.

26.A letter used for professional or official communication is called a ______ letter.Intermediate2 pts

27.A letter written to a close friend or family member in a casual tone is called an ______ letter.Intermediate2 pts

28.A document that summarizes a person's education, skills, and work experience is called a ______.Intermediate2 pts

29.A letter that introduces a job applicant and explains their interest in a role is called a ______ letter.Intermediate2 pts

30.A short line at the top of an email that summarizes its purpose is called the ______ line.Intermediate2 pts

31.A letter written to formally express dissatisfaction and request a resolution is called a ______ letter.Advanced2 pts

32.A letter written to formally ask for something, such as information or assistance, is called a ______ letter.Advanced2 pts

33.Formal letters typically use a polite, respectful, and ______ tone.Advanced2 pts

34.Checking a message for errors before sending it is called ______.Advanced2 pts

35.A well-written cover letter should be concise and ______ to the specific job.Advanced2 pts

Section D — Column Matching

10 marks

Use the ▲ ▼ buttons to reorder Column B until each row lines up with the correct term in Column A. 2 marks per correct pair.

36–40.Match each term to its correct definition.Advanced10 pts

Column A

Formal Letter

Cover Letter

Resume

Complaint Letter

Request Letter

Column B

Summarizes a person's education, skills, and work experience

Formally expresses dissatisfaction and requests a resolution

Formally asks for something, such as information or assistance

Used for professional or official communication

Introduces a job applicant and explains their suitability for a role

Section E — Short Answer

20 marks

5 questions · 4 marks each. Answer in one or two sentences.

41.What is the main difference between a formal letter and an informal letter?Advanced4 pts

42.What should a good cover letter include?Advanced4 pts

43.Why is a clear subject line important in a professional email?Advanced4 pts

44.What key elements should a complaint letter include?Advanced4 pts

45.Why is proofreading important before sending a formal letter or email?Advanced4 pts

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