Business Correpondence Writing — Indirect Questions Practice Quiz

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1. Programme fee – how much?

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The given answer is correct because it is a polite and clear way to ask about the programme fee. It uses proper grammar and structure to convey the question effectively.

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Sentence Practice – Form indirect questions or statements using the hinting words in the brackets. Add appropriate punctuation as well.

2. Application – begin – when?

Explanation

The correct answer is "Would you mind telling me when the application begins?" This is the most polite and appropriate way to ask someone about the starting time of the application. The phrase "Would you mind" shows respect and consideration towards the person being asked, and the use of the present tense "begins" is grammatically correct.

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3. I'm not free on weekdays, any course on Saturday? What time?

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The answer correctly rephrases the original question to ask if there is any course available on Saturday and inquires about the schedule. It effectively conveys the same meaning as the original question without including the phrase "I'm not free on weekdays."

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4. I don't know how to get to the training centre.

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The correct answer is "May I ask how I can get to the training centre?" and "Would you mind telling me how to get to the training centre?" because both of these sentences are polite ways of asking for directions to the training centre. They show that the speaker is seeking assistance and is respectful of the person they are asking. The other options express uncertainty or doubt about finding the training centre, but do not directly ask for directions.

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5. I studied the course before – can I still apply?

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The correct answer is "May I ask if I can still apply for the course if I studied the course before?" This sentence is grammatically correct and polite. It effectively communicates the question about applying for the course after having studied it before.

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6. Parents' letter – do I need?

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The given answer suggests that both "May I ask if I need a parents’ letter?" and "Can you tell me if I need any parents' letter?" are correct ways to ask about the requirement of a parents' letter. Both sentences convey the same meaning and are grammatically correct.

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7. Application form – where – can obtain?

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The correct answer is "Would you mind telling me where I can obtain the application form?" and "May I know where I can obtain the application form?" because both of these sentences are polite ways to ask for information about where to get the application form. They show a respectful and polite tone, which is important when asking for help or information.

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8. Any computers provided?

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The correct answer is "I wonder if there are any computers provided" and "Can you tell me if you provide any computers?" because both sentences use the correct verb form "are" and "provide" in the question structure. The other options have incorrect verb forms, such as "is any computers provided" and "if there is any computers provided."

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9. Course – how long? / start on?

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The given answer is correct because it combines both parts of the original question - asking about the duration of the course and the starting time. It maintains the polite tone and uses appropriate grammar and phrasing.

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10. The course: the maximum class size?

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The given correct answer for this question is "Could you please tell me what the maximum class size of the course is?" and "May I know the maximum class size of the course?". These two options are the most polite and direct ways to ask about the maximum class size of the course. They show respect and politeness by using phrases like "Could you please" and "May I know". Additionally, they clearly convey the intention of the person to gather information about the maximum class size.

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Programme fee – how much?
Application – begin – when?
I'm not free on weekdays, any course on Saturday? What time?
I don't know how to get to the training centre.
I studied the course before – can I still apply?
Parents' letter – do I need?
Application form – where – can obtain?
Any computers provided?
Course – how long? / start on?
The course: the maximum class size?
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