Lesson L2.7
L2.7 Use language that is effective, accurate and appropriate to context and situation Quiz: Pearson Edexcel Functional Skills English, Unit 2
20 questions
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The 20 questions
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What determines whether language used in a text is appropriate?
- Font size
- Audience and form
- Text colour
- Word count
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Which is the most formal alternative to 'get' in a letter to a bank?
- receive
- snag
- grab
- nab
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Which opening is most suitable for a formal complaint letter?
- Casual greeting
- Formal opening
- Friendly wave
- Slang remark
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Which word is most likely to be jargon for a general audience?
- House
- Heuristic
- Shop
- Walk
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What is a cliché in effective writing?
- Overused phrase
- Complex number
- Direct quote
- New vocabulary
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Which feature makes language accurate rather than vague?
- Ambiguous words
- Precise details
- Broad hints
- General terms
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Which adjustment turns informal speech into professional job interview language?
- Speaking louder
- Removing slang
- Using emojis
- Adding jokes
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What is the primary focus of grammatical correctness in language use?
- Context fitting
- Rule compliance
- Audience appeal
- Tone suitability
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Which word most precisely describes an increase in the price of fuel?
- Thing
- Stuff
- Change
- Rise
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Which style is most appropriate for a formal report?
- First person
- Third person
- Emotive prose
- Colloquial slang
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Which of these is an example of colloquial language?
- Cordially invited
- Up to things
- Inquire further
- Assistance required
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Which change makes a sentence more concise and effective?
- Using passive voice
- Inserting jargon
- Removing filler
- Adding adverbs
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What is the best way to revise sentences starting with 'there is'?
- Use complex clauses
- Start with subject
- Make them passive
- Add more verbs
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Which term describes a helpful qualifier in a medical estimate?
- Always
- Guaranteed
- Definitely
- Usually
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Which word is the most appropriate in a note to a headteacher?
- Thingy
- Thing
- About stuff
- Regarding
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Which opening tone suits a formal letter to a local council?
- Polite request
- Angry demand
- Casual greeting
- Friendly chat
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What is the main reason to avoid jargon with general readers?
- Causes confusion
- Increases length
- Slows printing
- Sounds formal
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What is a key feature of an effective professional email subject line?
- Humorous joke
- Complete story
- Clear purpose
- Vague greeting
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What tone is most effective for a persuasive community leaflet?
- Passive narration
- Direct call
- Strict instruction
- Academic essay
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Using slang in a presentation to senior managers is described as what?
- Persuasive
- Inappropriate
- Concise
- Innovative
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