NYC Written Comprehension and Expression 3

Question 1

Which sentence most clearly and concisely conveys the intended meaning?

Accepted Answer

The project missed the deadline because of insufficient staffing.

Answer

The second option conveys the same information in the fewest, clearest words without redundancy or awkward phrasing.

Question 2

Read this instruction: 'Employees must complete Form A prior to submitting Form B, unless Form C has already been approved, in which case Form B may be submitted directly.' An employee has an approved Form C. What should they do?

Accepted Answer

Submit Form B directly without completing Form A first.

Answer

The exception clause states that an approved Form C allows Form B to be submitted directly, bypassing the requirement for Form A.

Question 3

Which sentence contains a dangling modifier?

Accepted Answer

Walking through the lobby, the security alarm suddenly went off.

Answer

In option C, the alarm cannot be 'walking through the lobby' — the modifier is left without a logical subject to modify.

Question 4

A report includes: 'The suspect fled northbound on Broadway before turning eastbound on 42nd Street, where he was apprehended.' Which word best replaces 'apprehended' for a general public notice?

Accepted Answer

Caught

Answer

'Caught' is the plainest, most universally understood term for a general public audience, while the others may be technical or alarming.

Question 5

Choose the correctly spelled word to complete the sentence: 'The manager gave her ________ approval for the project.'

Accepted Answer

explicit

Answer

'Explicit' is the correct spelling, meaning clearly and directly stated, leaving no room for confusion.

NYC - Civil Service Exam Practice Test

NYC - Civil Service Exam Practice Test

NYC Written Comprehension and Expression 3