NFST Writing Ability 4

Question 1

Which sentence most clearly conveys a formal tone appropriate for diplomatic correspondence?

Accepted Answer

This office requests a prompt response regarding the proposed trade agreement.

Answer

Formal diplomatic writing uses precise, respectful, and professional language.

Question 2

Which word is the best replacement for the vague word 'things' in a formal report?

Accepted Answer

matters

Answer

'Matters' is a precise and formal replacement for the vague word 'things' in professional writing.

Question 3

Choose the sentence that avoids a misplaced modifier.

Accepted Answer

Only the officer reviewed the cable from Paris.

Answer

Placing 'only' directly before the word it modifies ('the officer') clarifies that no one else performed the review.

Question 4

Which sentence uses 'which' and 'that' correctly?

Accepted Answer

The report that you submitted was late, but the one that was on time won approval.

Answer

'That' introduces restrictive (essential) clauses, while 'which' introduces non-restrictive (non-essential) clauses set off by commas.

Question 5

What does 'coherence' in writing primarily mean?

Accepted Answer

Ideas flow logically and are clearly connected throughout the text.

Answer

Coherence means that ideas are arranged logically and connected so the reader can follow the argument easily.

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