SELT Structuring Formal Writing 2

Question 1

Which sentence best serves as a topic sentence for a formal paragraph about workplace safety?

Accepted Answer

Employers must implement comprehensive safety protocols to protect employees from occupational hazards.

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Workplace safety is really important for everyone.

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There are many reasons why workplaces can be dangerous.

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Safety stuff matters a lot in modern offices.

Question 2

In formal writing, what is the primary purpose of a concluding paragraph?

Accepted Answer

To restate the thesis and synthesize the main points without adding new arguments.

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To introduce new evidence that was not mentioned earlier.

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To apologize for any weaknesses in the argument.

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To list all the sources used in the document.

Question 3

Which transitional phrase best signals a contrast between two ideas in a formal essay?

Accepted Answer

Nevertheless,

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Furthermore,

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In addition,

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Similarly,

Question 4

A formal letter of complaint should begin with which element?

Accepted Answer

A clear statement of purpose identifying the issue being raised.

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A detailed list of grievances in bullet points.

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A casual greeting such as 'Hey there,'

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An emotional description of how the problem made you feel.

Question 5

Which of the following is the correct way to structure an argument in a formal persuasive essay?

Accepted Answer

Claim → Evidence → Counter-argument → Rebuttal → Conclusion

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Claim → Counter-argument → Evidence → Conclusion

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Evidence → Claim → Rebuttal → Introduction

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Introduction → Conclusion → Body → Evidence

Question 6

Which sentence uses parallel structure correctly in a formal list?

Accepted Answer

The report must be accurate, concise, and clear.

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The report must be accurate, it needs to be brief, and clarity is important.

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The report must be accurate, needs brevity, and clarity matters.

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The report is accurate, concise, and it should have clarity.

Question 7

In a formal academic essay, which paragraph structure is most effective?

Accepted Answer

Topic sentence, supporting evidence, analysis, and a link to the thesis.

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Evidence first, then the topic sentence, then the analysis.

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Analysis first, then evidence, then the topic sentence.

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A question, followed by an opinion, then a story.