Unit 4: Writing - Practice Quiz

1 What is the main purpose of a summary?

2 Which information should usually be included in a summary?

3 What does paraphrasing mean?

4 What should remain the same when a sentence is paraphrased?

5 Which greeting is suitable for a formal e-mail to an unknown recipient?

6 Which subject line is most appropriate for a formal e-mail?

7 What should a writer usually mention first when describing a picture?

8 Which words are useful for showing the position of objects in a picture?

9 Which part of an essay introduces the topic?

10 What is the main function of a conclusion in an essay?

11 What is a blog?

12 Which feature commonly helps attract readers to a blog post?

13 Who is usually the reader of an informal letter?

14 Which closing is suitable for an informal letter to a friend?

15 What does recreating a text involve?

16 Which activity is an example of recreating a text?

17 What is the main purpose of a CV?

18 What does a portfolio usually contain?

19 Which quality is important in the format of a CV?

20 What is a specialized CV designed to emphasize?

21 Which approach is most appropriate when writing a summary of a lengthy article?

22 A paragraph explains that regular exercise improves physical health, reduces stress, and increases concentration. Which sentence best summarizes it?

23 Which sentence is the best paraphrase of "The committee postponed the meeting because several members were absent"?

24 What should a writer do first when paraphrasing a source accurately?

25 Which subject line is most suitable for a formal e-mail requesting an internship interview?

26 Which closing is most appropriate when writing to a recipient whose name is unknown?

27 Which opening would best begin an objective description of a photograph showing a crowded railway station?

28 Which sentence uses spatial organization most effectively in a picture description?

29 What is the main purpose of a thesis statement in an argumentative essay?

30 Which organization is most suitable for an essay discussing the advantages and disadvantages of online learning?

31 Which feature is most important for making a blog post engaging for online readers?

32 Which sentence best suits a blog post about reducing plastic waste?

33 Which opening is most appropriate for an informal letter to a close friend?

34 A student wants to invite a friend to a graduation ceremony. Which closing is most suitable?

35 When recreating a text in the form of a dialogue, what should the writer preserve most carefully?

36 A news report describes a community clean-up campaign. Which recreation best changes it into a short announcement?

37 Which item provides the strongest evidence of a candidate's practical ability in a portfolio?

38 A graduate has limited work experience. Which CV section should emphasize relevant abilities gained through study and volunteering?

39 Which technique is most effective when adapting a CV for a specific job vacancy?

40 Which format is generally most suitable for a candidate with steady, relevant employment experience?

41 A source text argues that remote work improves flexibility but can weaken team cohesion unless organizations deliberately create regular opportunities for interaction. Which summary best preserves the central argument?

42 A 500-word article presents three causes of urban flooding, evaluates two policy responses, and concludes that prevention requires combining infrastructure investment with land-use regulation. Which feature is most important in a 75-word summary?

43 Which paraphrase most accurately preserves the meaning of this sentence? Although the proposal initially attracted criticism, its revised version gained support after researchers clarified the projected costs.

44 A student wants to paraphrase the claim, "Correlation between screen time and sleep loss does not establish that screen use causes poor sleep." Which version is academically acceptable?

45 You must e-mail a department chair to request a two-day extension after a documented medical emergency. Which opening is most appropriate?

46 An e-mail includes a large attachment that exceeds the recipient's limit. Which revision best handles the problem while preserving formal tone and usability?

47 When describing a photograph of a crowded railway platform for an academic task, which approach creates the clearest and most objective account?

48 A picture shows a child holding a broken umbrella beside a flooded street while adults examine damaged vehicles. Which sentence demonstrates responsible interpretation?

49 For an argumentative essay on whether universities should require community service, which thesis is strongest?

50 An essay argues that artificial intelligence improves learning but acknowledges risks of overreliance. Which organization would produce the most coherent argument?

51 A blog post for first-year students discusses managing academic stress. Which combination best matches the genre and audience?

52 A writer wants to make a blog claim that "multitasking always reduces productivity." Which revision is most credible?

53 You are writing to a close friend about missing a planned visit because of a family emergency. Which paragraph is most suitable?

54 Which closing best fits an informal letter to a cousin who has helped you prepare for an examination?

55 A narrative passage reports events through a character's diary, revealing uncertainty and incomplete information. When recreating it as a newspaper report, which change is essential?

56 A formal announcement about a library closure must be recreated as a short social-media post for students. Which version best preserves the essential information while adapting the medium?

57 A graduate has limited work experience but completed a data-analysis project, presented its findings, and received strong feedback. Which portfolio arrangement best demonstrates employability?

58 An applicant's CV lists "teamwork" and "leadership" but provides no evidence. Which revision is most effective?

59 A candidate is applying for a laboratory technician role but has experience in retail, coursework in microbiology, and an internship involving sample documentation. Which CV strategy is strongest?

60 A two-page CV must pass an applicant-tracking system and remain readable for a human reviewer. Which design choice best satisfies both requirements?