Written Communication and Grammar Flashcards
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Which sentence uses the semicolon correctly?
Answer: The meeting ran long; however, all items were covered.
A semicolon correctly joins two independent clauses, especially when using a conjunctive adverb like 'however.'
Which word is spelled correctly?
Answer: Occurrence
'Occurrence' is the correct spelling, with double 'c' and double 'r'.
In a formal report, which tone is most appropriate?
Answer: Objective and professional
Formal reports require an objective, professional tone free from personal bias or casual language.
Which sentence is in the active voice?
Answer: The officer completed the form.
Active voice places the subject (officer) before the action verb (completed), making sentences clearer and more direct.
What does the word 'concise' mean in written communication?
Answer: Expressing ideas clearly with few unnecessary words
Concise writing conveys the necessary information without unnecessary words or redundancy.
Which punctuation mark is used to introduce a list after an independent clause?
Answer: Colon
A colon introduces a list or explanation when it follows a complete independent clause.
Which sentence contains a dangling modifier?
Answer: Walking down the hall, the alarm began ringing.
The alarm cannot walk, so the participial phrase 'Walking down the hall' is a dangling modifier with no logical subject.