LLN Reading and Writing 2

Question 1

A form asks you to 'print in block letters'. What does this mean?

Accepted Answer

Write in capital letters clearly

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Write in cursive handwriting

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Type the information

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Use a pen only

Question 2

A form instruction reads: 'Complete all fields marked with an asterisk (*). Leave blank any fields that do not apply.' A required field (*) asks for your employer's name. You are unemployed. What should you do?

Accepted Answer

Write 'N/A'

Answer

Leave it blank since it does not apply

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Fill it in with your previous employer

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Ask someone else to complete the form

Question 3

Which of the following is the correct way to address a formal letter to a company when you don't know the recipient's name?

Accepted Answer

To Whom It May Concern,

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Hey Guys,

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Yo,

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What's up,

Question 4

A sign on a door reads: 'Push to open. Do not hold open. Fire door - keep closed.' What is the main purpose of this sign?

Accepted Answer

To provide safety instructions

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To welcome visitors

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To advertise the building

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To show the emergency exit

Question 5

A workplace newsletter contains: 'Staff are encouraged to utilise the new online portal to submit leave requests.' Rewrite this in plainer English.

Accepted Answer

Staff should use the new online portal to submit leave requests.

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Utilisation of the portal is mandatory for leave.

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The portal is there for staff who want to submit leave.

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Staff might want to think about using the portal.

Question 6

What type of writing is a 'memorandum' (memo)?

Accepted Answer

A short internal business communication

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A long formal report

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A personal diary entry

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A public announcement