Business Writing: Formal Tone in Workplace Writing Quiz

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1. Which sentence best fits a formal report?

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Professional writing is polite, clear, and respectful.

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Business Writing: Formal Tone In Workplace Writing Quiz - Quiz

Keep it professional! In this formal tone workplace writing quiz, you'll practice choosing the appropriate language, avoiding slang, and maintaining an objective style in all business communications. You'll master the formal tone required for high-level workplace writing.

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2. The main goal of professional writing is to communicate information clearly.

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Business emails use formal greetings.

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3. Which phrase is most appropriate in a professional email?

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Professional writing avoids slang and informal expressions.

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4. Professional writing should avoid first-person __________ when presenting objective information.

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Business writing focuses on clarity, tone, and purpose.

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5. Which tone should be used in a business proposal?

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Cover letters require a formal, respectful tone.

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6. Match each word choice to how it fits in professional writing.

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The sentence is polite and clear.

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7. Contractions should usually be limited in professional writing because they sound informal.

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Informal expressions should be avoided in professional settings.

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8. Which sentence is most suitable for a résumé?

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Memos are standard in business communication.

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9. An effective email subject line should be clear and __________.

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Professional writing should match the audience’s expectations.

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10. Which sentence avoids vague language?

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Clarity and conciseness are key goals.

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11. Which phrases signal professionalism? (Select TWO answers)

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Professional writing is neutral and specific.

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12. Emotional language strengthens professionalism in business writing.

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Specific, formal vocabulary is preferred.

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13. Which closing is most appropriate for a professional email?

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Professional tone remains calm and objective.

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14. Organization in professional writing helps readers __________ the message more easily.

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Formal closings are expected in business communication.

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15. Which sentence is most appropriate for workplace communication?

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The sentence is respectful and precise.

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Which sentence best fits a formal report?
The main goal of professional writing is to communicate information...
Which phrase is most appropriate in a professional email?
Professional writing should avoid first-person __________ when...
Which tone should be used in a business proposal?
Match each word choice to how it fits in professional writing.
Contractions should usually be limited in professional writing because...
Which sentence is most suitable for a résumé?
An effective email subject line should be clear and __________.
Which sentence avoids vague language?
Which phrases signal professionalism? (Select TWO answers)
Emotional language strengthens professionalism in business writing.
Which closing is most appropriate for a professional email?
Organization in professional writing helps readers __________ the...
Which sentence is most appropriate for workplace communication?
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