Illustrated Course Guides Written Communication Soft Skills for a Digital Workplace 3e Jeff Butterfield - Test Bank

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Sample Questions Are Posted Below

 

1. Business letters are the most popular way to exchange written messages.

  a. True
  b. False

 

ANSWER:   False
POINTS:   1
REFERENCES:   Written Communication 97
QUESTION TYPE:   True / False
HAS VARIABLES:   False
DATE CREATED:   5/3/2016 4:01 PM
DATE MODIFIED:   5/3/2016 4:01 PM

 

2. You usually write letters to communicate with people inside your organization.

  a. True
  b. False

 

ANSWER:   False
POINTS:   1
REFERENCES:   Written Communication 97
QUESTION TYPE:   True / False
HAS VARIABLES:   False
DATE CREATED:   5/3/2016 4:01 PM
DATE MODIFIED:   5/3/2016 4:01 PM

 

3. Avoid using “Miss” and “Mrs.” in your salutations because they make assumptions about the age and marital status of your reader.

  a. True
  b. False

 

ANSWER:   True
POINTS:   1
REFERENCES:   Written Communication 102
QUESTION TYPE:   True / False
HAS VARIABLES:   False
DATE CREATED:   5/3/2016 4:01 PM
DATE MODIFIED:   5/3/2016 4:01 PM

 

4. Only the first word of the complimentary close is capitalized.

  a. True
  b. False

 

ANSWER:   True
POINTS:   1
REFERENCES:   Written Communication 104
QUESTION TYPE:   True / False
HAS VARIABLES:   False
DATE CREATED:   5/3/2016 4:01 PM
DATE MODIFIED:   5/3/2016 4:01 PM

 

5. A handwritten signature is still required with the simplified letter format.

  a. True
  b. False

 

ANSWER:   False
POINTS:   1
REFERENCES:   Written Communication 106
QUESTION TYPE:   True / False
HAS VARIABLES:   False
DATE CREATED:   5/3/2016 4:01 PM
DATE MODIFIED:   5/3/2016 4:01 PM

 

6. If you can comply with only part of your reader’s request, start with the bad news.

  a. True
  b. False

 

ANSWER:   False
POINTS:   1
REFERENCES:   Written Communication 108
QUESTION TYPE:   True / False
HAS VARIABLES:   False
DATE CREATED:   5/3/2016 4:01 PM
DATE MODIFIED:   5/3/2016 4:01 PM

 

7. A handwritten note is more memorable and personal than a typed letter and is particularly well suited for appreciation messages.

  a. True
  b. False

 

ANSWER:   True
POINTS:   1
REFERENCES:   Written Communication 112
QUESTION TYPE:   True / False
HAS VARIABLES:   False
DATE CREATED:   5/3/2016 4:01 PM
DATE MODIFIED:   5/3/2016 4:01 PM

 

8. Goodwill messages are personal communication and should be written as though two people were having a conversation.

  a. True
  b. False

 

ANSWER:   True
POINTS:   1
REFERENCES:   Written Communication 112
QUESTION TYPE:   True / False
HAS VARIABLES:   False
DATE CREATED:   5/3/2016 4:01 PM
DATE MODIFIED:   5/3/2016 4:01 PM

 

9. A(n) ____________________ is a professional communication tool for delivering messages outside of an organization.

ANSWER:   business letter
POINTS:   1
REFERENCES:   Written Communication 98
QUESTION TYPE:   Completion
HAS VARIABLES:   False
DATE CREATED:   5/3/2016 4:01 PM
DATE MODIFIED:   5/3/2016 4:01 PM

 

10. When you start to write, follow the standard conventions for business letters. Using the correct form, or ____________________, shows your professionalism and simplifies your task as a writer.

ANSWER:   block style
POINTS:   1
REFERENCES:   Written Communication 100
QUESTION TYPE:   Completion
HAS VARIABLES:   False
DATE CREATED:   5/3/2016 4:01 PM
DATE MODIFIED:   5/3/2016 4:01 PM

 

11. When appropriate, include ____________________ to indicate you are sending material with the letter.

ANSWER:   Enclosure
Enc
POINTS:   1
REFERENCES:   Written Communication 104
QUESTION TYPE:   Completion
HAS VARIABLES:   False
DATE CREATED:   5/3/2016 4:01 PM
DATE MODIFIED:   5/3/2016 4:01 PM

 

12. Unlike the format for formal business letters, you can use a more direct, informal style called the ____________________ letter format for routine letters.

ANSWER:   simplified
POINTS:   1
REFERENCES:   Written Communication 106
QUESTION TYPE:   Completion
HAS VARIABLES:   False
DATE CREATED:   5/3/2016 4:01 PM
DATE MODIFIED:   5/3/2016 4:01 PM

 

13. ____________________ is the process of convincing others to change their beliefs or actions.

ANSWER:   Persuasion
POINTS:   1
REFERENCES:   Written Communication 110
QUESTION TYPE:   Completion
HAS VARIABLES:   False
DATE CREATED:   5/3/2016 4:01 PM
DATE MODIFIED:   5/3/2016 4:01 PM

 

14. You should send a letter using ____ to document the date your message as delivered.

  a. overnight b. certified mail with return receipt
  c. first class mail d. airmail

 

ANSWER:   b
POINTS:   1
REFERENCES:   Written Communication 98
QUESTION TYPE:   Multiple Choice
HAS VARIABLES:   False
DATE CREATED:   5/3/2016 4:01 PM
DATE MODIFIED:   5/3/2016 4:01 PM

 

15. A written letter is appropriate when you want to offer ____.

  a. thanks b. congratulations
  c. sympathy d. all of the above

 

ANSWER:   d
POINTS:   1
REFERENCES:   Written Communication 98
QUESTION TYPE:   Multiple Choice
HAS VARIABLES:   False
DATE CREATED:   5/3/2016 4:01 PM
DATE MODIFIED:   5/3/2016 4:01 PM

 

16. The closing statement in a formal letter can ____.

  a. express goodwill b. make a polite comment
  c. ask the reader to take action d. any of the above

 

ANSWER:   d
POINTS:   1
REFERENCES:   Written Communication 100
QUESTION TYPE:   Multiple Choice
HAS VARIABLES:   False
DATE CREATED:   5/3/2016 4:01 PM
DATE MODIFIED:   5/3/2016 4:01 PM

 

17. In the inside address, include your reader’s ____ regardless of the salutation format.

  a. first name b. last name
  c. both a. and b. d. neither a. nor b.

 

ANSWER:   c
POINTS:   1
REFERENCES:   Written Communication 102
QUESTION TYPE:   Multiple Choice
HAS VARIABLES:   False
DATE CREATED:   5/3/2016 4:01 PM
DATE MODIFIED:   5/3/2016 4:01 PM

 

18. Complimentary closes end with a ____.

  a. period b. comma
  c. semi-colon d. colon

 

ANSWER:   b
POINTS:   1
REFERENCES:   Written Communication 104
QUESTION TYPE:   Multiple Choice
HAS VARIABLES:   False
DATE CREATED:   5/3/2016 4:01 PM
DATE MODIFIED:   5/3/2016 4:01 PM

 

19. Include reference initials if you wrote the letter but someone else typed it. For example, KL:mcd shows that ____ typed the letter.

  a. KL b. MCD
  c. both a. and b. d. neither a. nor b.

 

ANSWER:   b
POINTS:   1
REFERENCES:   Written Communication 104
QUESTION TYPE:   Multiple Choice
HAS VARIABLES:   False
DATE CREATED:   5/3/2016 4:01 PM
DATE MODIFIED:   5/3/2016 4:01 PM

 

20. The simplified letter format omits all of the following EXCEPT the ____.

  a. salutation b. signature
  c. opening line d. complimentary close

 

ANSWER:   c
POINTS:   1
REFERENCES:   Written Communication 106
QUESTION TYPE:   Multiple Choice
HAS VARIABLES:   False
DATE CREATED:   5/3/2016 4:01 PM
DATE MODIFIED:   5/3/2016 4:01 PM

 

21. You can also grab attention with visual persuasion by highlighting key words with ____.

  a. bold b. color
  c. underlining d. any of the above

 

ANSWER:   d
POINTS:   1
REFERENCES:   Written Communication 110
QUESTION TYPE:   Multiple Choice
HAS VARIABLES:   False
DATE CREATED:   5/3/2016 4:01 PM
DATE MODIFIED:   5/3/2016 4:01 PM

 

22. When writing a persuasive letter, open with a(n) ____.

  a. engaging question b. problem statement
  c. unexpected declaration d. any of the above

 

ANSWER:   d
POINTS:   1
REFERENCES:   Written Communication 110
QUESTION TYPE:   Multiple Choice
HAS VARIABLES:   False
DATE CREATED:   5/3/2016 4:01 PM
DATE MODIFIED:   5/3/2016 4:01 PM

 

23. IM software for business use is classified as ____.

  a. CIM b. BIM
  c. LIM d. EIM

 

ANSWER:   d
POINTS:   1
REFERENCES:   Written Communication 114
QUESTION TYPE:   Multiple Choice
HAS VARIABLES:   False
DATE CREATED:   5/3/2016 4:01 PM
DATE MODIFIED:   5/3/2016 4:01 PM

 

24. Most business letters are written on ____ stationery that includes the company name, street address, telephone and fax numbers, and Web site address.

  a. letterhead b. resume
  c. return address d. watermark

 

ANSWER:   a
POINTS:   1
REFERENCES:   Written Communication 100
QUESTION TYPE:   Multiple Choice
HAS VARIABLES:   False
DATE CREATED:   5/3/2016 4:01 PM
DATE MODIFIED:   5/3/2016 4:01 PM

 

25. A business letter is considered formal communication and should always start with a ____.

  a. person’s name b. subject line
  c. salutation d. signature

 

ANSWER:   c
POINTS:   1
REFERENCES:   Written Communication 100
QUESTION TYPE:   Multiple Choice
HAS VARIABLES:   False
DATE CREATED:   5/3/2016 4:01 PM
DATE MODIFIED:   5/3/2016 4:01 PM

 

Jason is writing a formal business letter to document his decision to enter into a long-term agreement with a trucking supplier.  Please answer the questions below.

 

26. When dating his letter, Jason should ____.

  a. Spell the name of the month b. Use all four digits in the year
  c. Use the current date d. all of the above

 

ANSWER:   d
POINTS:   1
REFERENCES:   Written Communication 100
QUESTION TYPE:   Multiple Choice
HAS VARIABLES:   False
PREFACE NAME:   Case E-1
TOPICS:   Critical Thinking
DATE CREATED:   5/3/2016 4:01 PM
DATE MODIFIED:   5/3/2016 4:01 PM

 

27. When writing the salutation it is recommended that Jason include the word Dear followed by the reader’s name, and then a ____.

  a. colon b. semicolon
  c. comma d. dash

 

ANSWER:   a
POINTS:   1
REFERENCES:   Written Communication 100
QUESTION TYPE:   Multiple Choice
HAS VARIABLES:   False
PREFACE NAME:   Case E-1
TOPICS:   Critical Thinking
DATE CREATED:   5/3/2016 4:01 PM
DATE MODIFIED:   5/3/2016 4:01 PM

 

28. When closing the letter, Jason uses a ____ close such as Sincerely, Respectfully, or Cordially.

  a. complimentary b. complementary
  c. block d. brief

 

ANSWER:   a
POINTS:   1
REFERENCES:   Written Communication 100
QUESTION TYPE:   Multiple Choice
HAS VARIABLES:   False
PREFACE NAME:   Case E-1
TOPICS:   Critical Thinking
DATE CREATED:   5/3/2016 4:01 PM
DATE MODIFIED:   5/3/2016 4:01 PM

 

29. If you need to maintain a written record of formal communication with someone outside your company, a business letter is often the best choice. _________________________

ANSWER:   True
POINTS:   1
REFERENCES:   Written Communication 98
QUESTION TYPE:   Modified True / False
HAS VARIABLES:   False
TOPICS:   Critical Thinking
DATE CREATED:   5/3/2016 4:01 PM
DATE MODIFIED:   5/3/2016 4:01 PM

 

30. The part of the business letter that contains paragraphs that provide your reader with information, an explanation, or other details related to your message is called the heart of the letter. _________________________

ANSWER:   False – body
POINTS:   1
REFERENCES:   Written Communication 100
QUESTION TYPE:   Modified True / False
HAS VARIABLES:   False
TOPICS:   Critical Thinking
DATE CREATED:   5/3/2016 4:01 PM
DATE MODIFIED:   5/3/2016 4:01 PM

 

31. The most common complimentary close in business correspondence is “Yours truly.” _________________________

ANSWER:   False – Sincerely
POINTS:   1
REFERENCES:   Written Communication 104
QUESTION TYPE:   Modified True / False
HAS VARIABLES:   False
TOPICS:   Critical Thinking
DATE CREATED:   5/3/2016 4:01 PM
DATE MODIFIED:   5/3/2016 4:01 PM

 

32. You can develop and foster the professional relationships that are crucial to your career success through promotional communication, which includes messages of appreciation, recognition, condolence, and apology. _________________________

ANSWER:   False – goodwill
POINTS:   1
REFERENCES:   Written Communication 112
QUESTION TYPE:   Modified True / False
HAS VARIABLES:   False
TOPICS:   Critical Thinking
DATE CREATED:   5/3/2016 4:01 PM
DATE MODIFIED:   5/3/2016 4:01 PM

 

33. Instant messaging is a technology that involves communication between two people who type text messages to one another using a computer, mobile phone, or other device connected to the Internet. _________________________

ANSWER:   True
POINTS:   1
REFERENCES:   Written Communication 114
QUESTION TYPE:   Modified True / False
HAS VARIABLES:   False
TOPICS:   Critical Thinking
DATE CREATED:   5/3/2016 4:01 PM
DATE MODIFIED:   5/3/2016 4:01 PM

 

34. Personal text messages often use slang, shorthand, “text speak,” and emoticons to abbreviate common words or expressions and to reduce the amount of necessary typing . _________________________

ANSWER:   True
POINTS:   1
REFERENCES:   Written Communication 114
QUESTION TYPE:   Modified True / False
HAS VARIABLES:   False
TOPICS:   Critical Thinking
DATE CREATED:   5/3/2016 4:01 PM
DATE MODIFIED:   5/3/2016 4:01 PM

 

35. If you need to communicate with someone you haven’t met or don’t know personally, send a(n) e-mail message to establish a professional relationship. _________________________

ANSWER:   False – business letter
POINTS:   1
REFERENCES:   Written Communication 98
QUESTION TYPE:   Modified True / False
HAS VARIABLES:   False
TOPICS:   Critical Thinking
DATE CREATED:   5/3/2016 4:01 PM
DATE MODIFIED:   5/3/2016 4:01 PM

 

36. Business letters are typically sent via first-class mail, which can take several days to be delivered. _________________________

ANSWER:   True
POINTS:   1
REFERENCES:   Written Communication 98
QUESTION TYPE:   Modified True / False
HAS VARIABLES:   False
TOPICS:   Critical Thinking
DATE CREATED:   5/3/2016 4:01 PM
DATE MODIFIED:   5/3/2016 4:01 PM

 

37. Most business letters are written on letterhead stationery that includes a logo that identifies the organization. _________________________

ANSWER:   True
POINTS:   1
REFERENCES:   Written Communication 100
QUESTION TYPE:   Modified True / False
HAS VARIABLES:   False
TOPICS:   Critical Thinking
DATE CREATED:   5/3/2016 4:01 PM
DATE MODIFIED:   5/3/2016 4:01 PM

 

38. Use either Mr. or Miss for the courtesy title, unless you are addressing someone with a formal title such as Dr. or Reverend. _________________________

ANSWER:   False – Ms.
POINTS:   1
REFERENCES:   Written Communication 102
QUESTION TYPE:   Modified True / False
HAS VARIABLES:   False
TOPICS:   Critical Thinking
DATE CREATED:   5/3/2016 4:01 PM
DATE MODIFIED:   5/3/2016 4:01 PM

 

39. Please describe the three responses you can give to a written request: compliance, denying the request in a direct way, and denying the request in an indirect way.

ANSWER:   If you are responding favorably, tell your reader that you can accommodate their request in the opening line. If you are not agreeable to the request, you can respond directly or indirectly.

A direct response is appropriate if you know your reader prefers directness or reasonably expects that you might deny the request.

If your reader is likely to react negatively to your response, opt for an indirect approach. Start your response letter by establishing goodwill, then explain the circumstances of your decision, and gradually build up to your response. In either case, you should be tactful, polite, and
careful about the language you use.

POINTS:   1
REFERENCES:   Written Communication 108
QUESTION TYPE:   Essay
HAS VARIABLES:   False
TOPICS:   Critical Thinking
DATE CREATED:   5/3/2016 4:01 PM
DATE MODIFIED:   5/3/2016 4:01 PM

 

40. List three situations when you would use a business letter.  List three situations when you would choose to use either a phone call or an e-mail message.

ANSWER:   Use a business letter when you need to:
• Communicate with someone you don’t know
• Document your communication
• Deliver bad news or discuss a sensitive matter
• Develop goodwill

Use a telephone call, personal visit, or e-mail message when you need to:
• Deliver a message as quickly as possible
• Contact someone with whom you have a good working relationship
• Write about a routine subject

POINTS:   1
REFERENCES:   Written Communication 98
QUESTION TYPE:   Essay
HAS VARIABLES:   False
TOPICS:   Critical Thinking
DATE CREATED:   5/3/2016 4:01 PM
DATE MODIFIED:   5/3/2016 4:01 PM

 

Please identify the letter of the choice that best matches the numbered definition below.

a. simplified letter format
b. business letter
c. block style
d. goodwill communication
e. persuasion

 

REFERENCES:   Written Communication 98
Written Communication 110
Written Communication 100
Written Communication 112
Written Communication 106
QUESTION TYPE:   Matching
HAS VARIABLES:   False
DATE CREATED:   5/3/2016 4:01 PM
DATE MODIFIED:   5/3/2016 4:01 PM

 

41. Professional communication tool for delivering messages outside of an organization

ANSWER:   b
POINTS:   1

 

42. Process of convincing others to change their beliefs or actions

ANSWER:   e
POINTS:   1

 

43. Correct form for formal business letters

ANSWER:   c
POINTS:   1

 

44. Messages of appreciation, recognition, condolence, and apology

ANSWER:   d
POINTS:   1

 

45. Format for routine letters sent as mass mail, such as sales letters and announcements

ANSWER:   a
POINTS:   1

 

 

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