COMM 205 Sample MCQ and Essay questions with answers
Concordia University
1. The opening of a direct request serves all of these functions except
a.) explains the request purpose
b.) tells readers why you are writing them
c.) supplies details to help readers
d.) explains the action you want readers to take
2. Because several parts of a formal report may convey the same information (e.g.
transmittal letter, executive summary, introduction), the writer .
a.) reinforces key points for the reader
b.) should choose only one part to be included
c.) gives the impression of being disorganized
d.) should print the sections on coloured
paper
3. Which of the following is one possible purpose for a subject line on
aninformative/positive message?
a.) Take up space on the page.
b.) Give a complete and detailed overview of the information in the
message.
c.) Tell the reader why he or she should read the message.d.)
None of the above.
4. Which of the following is not true of paragraphs in business
writing?a.) They are logical and visual units
b.) They require the addition of transitions.
c.) They are organized around one central idea.d.)
They are typically long, 15-25 lines.
5. When reviewing resumés and cover letters, employers are looking for
key characteristics in their candidates. One of the following skills is
considered “the priceof admission” because without it, the candidate
will not be hired by that company.
a.) 3.5 grade point average
b.) previous experience
c.) good references
d.) good writing
e.) None of the above
6. ONE of the following is NOT recommended as a tool for developing an
, effective team.
a.) Sharing leadership
b.) Having one leader for the entire project
c.) Managing conflict
d.) Using humour to enliven team meetings
e.) All of the above are recommended as tools
Concordia University
1. The opening of a direct request serves all of these functions except
a.) explains the request purpose
b.) tells readers why you are writing them
c.) supplies details to help readers
d.) explains the action you want readers to take
2. Because several parts of a formal report may convey the same information (e.g.
transmittal letter, executive summary, introduction), the writer .
a.) reinforces key points for the reader
b.) should choose only one part to be included
c.) gives the impression of being disorganized
d.) should print the sections on coloured
paper
3. Which of the following is one possible purpose for a subject line on
aninformative/positive message?
a.) Take up space on the page.
b.) Give a complete and detailed overview of the information in the
message.
c.) Tell the reader why he or she should read the message.d.)
None of the above.
4. Which of the following is not true of paragraphs in business
writing?a.) They are logical and visual units
b.) They require the addition of transitions.
c.) They are organized around one central idea.d.)
They are typically long, 15-25 lines.
5. When reviewing resumés and cover letters, employers are looking for
key characteristics in their candidates. One of the following skills is
considered “the priceof admission” because without it, the candidate
will not be hired by that company.
a.) 3.5 grade point average
b.) previous experience
c.) good references
d.) good writing
e.) None of the above
6. ONE of the following is NOT recommended as a tool for developing an
, effective team.
a.) Sharing leadership
b.) Having one leader for the entire project
c.) Managing conflict
d.) Using humour to enliven team meetings
e.) All of the above are recommended as tools
