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Choose the best word or group of words to insert into the blank: Nevertheless, whenever the anticipated savings _______________ the cost of the study, the preparation of an efficient in-house organizational plan can be justified.
Choose the best word or group of words to insert into the blank: Nevertheless, whenever the anticipated savings _______________ the cost of the study, the preparation of an efficient in-house organizational plan can be justified.
Choose the best group of words to insert into the blank: That was my mistake; I _______________ sixteen weeks, not six weeks.
Choose the best group of words to insert into the blank: That was my mistake; I _______________ sixteen weeks, not six weeks.
Choose the best group of words to insert into the blank: The Deputy Minister may grant a total of ______________ within the fiscal year for family-related responsibilities.
Choose the best group of words to insert into the blank: The Deputy Minister may grant a total of ______________ within the fiscal year for family-related responsibilities.
Jim gave __________ the report.
Jim gave __________ the report.
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The forms you are looking for are __________ the top shelf of the cabinet.
The forms you are looking for are __________ the top shelf of the cabinet.
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Today my office is much __________ yesterday.
Today my office is much __________ yesterday.
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Bob left his notes __________.
Bob left his notes __________.
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Glen went to technical services _______________ borrow some headphones.
Glen went to technical services _______________ borrow some headphones.
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Which of the following sentences contains an error?
Which of the following sentences contains an error?
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Choose the correct sentence: 'The latest _________ reports will be very useful to us.'
Choose the correct sentence: 'The latest _________ reports will be very useful to us.'
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What is the correct way to complete the sentence: 'I ______________________ inform me if you think you will be late.'
What is the correct way to complete the sentence: 'I ______________________ inform me if you think you will be late.'
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Choose the correct sentence: 'Note that identity cards must also be worn when conducting official business _________ and are to be shown to security staff upon request.'
Choose the correct sentence: 'Note that identity cards must also be worn when conducting official business _________ and are to be shown to security staff upon request.'
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Choose the correct phrase to use when indicating a future action.
Choose the correct phrase to use when indicating a future action.
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Choose the correct phrase to use when describing an action that happened at a specific time in the past.
Choose the correct phrase to use when describing an action that happened at a specific time in the past.
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What is the correct verb to use in the sentence 'Carl __________ his colleagues a joke that was inappropriate in the workplace?'
What is the correct verb to use in the sentence 'Carl __________ his colleagues a joke that was inappropriate in the workplace?'
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Which of the following sentence contains an error: 'If you find that your workstation is not enough comfortable...'?
Which of the following sentence contains an error: 'If you find that your workstation is not enough comfortable...'?
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'I wish I _____ a car to get to work a little earlier than the bus gets me there.'
'I wish I _____ a car to get to work a little earlier than the bus gets me there.'
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What is the most suitable phrase to fill the blank in the sentence: Those wishing _______________ should consult the intranet site which provides guidelines.
What is the most suitable phrase to fill the blank in the sentence: Those wishing _______________ should consult the intranet site which provides guidelines.
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'Departments are responsible ____ payment of the bilingualism bonus two months after the official appraisal date if the employee is not confirmed by one of the means listed.'
'Departments are responsible ____ payment of the bilingualism bonus two months after the official appraisal date if the employee is not confirmed by one of the means listed.'
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What is the correct way to complete the sentence: 'If we could predict the effects of the policy change with any degree of certainty, we would have been able to adjust our budget ______________.'
What is the correct way to complete the sentence: 'If we could predict the effects of the policy change with any degree of certainty, we would have been able to adjust our budget ______________.'
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What is the correct form of the verb in the sentence: 'By the time I arrived, they ____ the meeting.'
What is the correct form of the verb in the sentence: 'By the time I arrived, they ____ the meeting.'
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Which of the following sentences is in the correct order?
Which of the following sentences is in the correct order?
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What is the correct form of the adjective in the sentence: 'This cake is ___ than the one we had yesterday.'
What is the correct form of the adjective in the sentence: 'This cake is ___ than the one we had yesterday.'
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Which of the following sentences is grammatically correct?
Which of the following sentences is grammatically correct?
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What is the correct form of the verb in the sentence: 'If I ____ more money, I would buy a house.'
What is the correct form of the verb in the sentence: 'If I ____ more money, I would buy a house.'
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Which of the following sentences is grammatically correct?
Which of the following sentences is grammatically correct?
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What is the correct form of the adjective in the sentence: 'She is the ___ student in the class.'
What is the correct form of the adjective in the sentence: 'She is the ___ student in the class.'
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Which of the following sentences is grammatically correct?
Which of the following sentences is grammatically correct?
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Which of the following sentences is grammatically correct?
Which of the following sentences is grammatically correct?
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What is the correct form of the verb 'to live' to complete the sentence?
What is the correct form of the verb 'to live' to complete the sentence?
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Choose the correct pronoun to complete the sentence:
Choose the correct pronoun to complete the sentence:
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Identify the sentence with the correct use of 'it's' or 'its'
Identify the sentence with the correct use of 'it's' or 'its'
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Select the correct article to complete the sentence:
Select the correct article to complete the sentence:
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Choose the correct verb form to complete the sentence:
Choose the correct verb form to complete the sentence:
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Study Notes
Written Expression 1
- This text is a set of questions to test written expression skills.
Questions 1-30
- Questions 1-30 are fill-in-the-blank questions, asking the reader to choose the correct word or group of words to complete a sentence.
- Examples of topics covered include:
- Sentence structure and grammar
- Word choice and vocabulary
- Clarity and coherence
- Business communication
Questions 31-40
- Questions 31-40 are error-identification questions, asking the reader to identify the sentence or phrase with an error in grammar, syntax, or vocabulary.
- Examples of topics covered include:
- Sentence structure and grammar
- Verb tense and agreement
- Modality and conditional sentences
- Clarity and coherence
Questions 41-50
- Questions 41-50 are a mix of fill-in-the-blank and error-identification questions, covering topics such as:
- Sentence structure and grammar
- Word choice and vocabulary
- Clarity and coherence
- Business communication
Questions 51-60
- Questions 51-60 are a mix of fill-in-the-blank and error-identification questions, covering topics such as:
- Sentence structure and grammar
- Verb tense and agreement
- Modality and conditional sentences
- Clarity and coherence
Note: These study notes are a summary of the questions and topics covered in the original text.### Human Tendencies
- Postponement of unpleasant tasks and non-recognition of problems can lead to crises.
- Recognizing and eliminating these tendencies within oneself can help avoid crises.
Error Identification
- Identify errors in sentences to improve language proficiency.
Information Security
- Information and equipment in one's care must be secure and protected against misuse, theft, and damage.
- Passwords should not be shared with anyone, and personal devices should not be connected to the network.
Budgeting and Policy
- Predicting the effects of policy changes with certainty can help adjust budgets accordingly.
- Making adjustments to budgets without required information can risk serious repercussions.
Employee Assistance Program
- The Employee Assistance Program is designed to help employees who need assistance but are reluctant to ask for it.
- The program relieves supervisors from becoming involved in personal problems that affect an employee's work performance.
Bilingualism Bonus
- Departments are responsible for terminating payment of the bilingualism bonus two months after the official appraisal date if the employee is not confirmed.
- Incumbents of bilingual positions can continue to occupy their positions.
Training and Evaluation
- The Official Languages and Training Division requires participants to receive an up-to-date progress report at the end of each session.
- Evaluations are included in the final e-mail, sent within five business days upon completing the course.
Accounting Systems
- Permission is granted to discontinue old accounting systems, but data required by field managers should not be eliminated.
Grammar and Sentence Structure
- In question 1, the correct answer is "to me" because the verb "gave" requires an indirect object.
- In question 3, the correct answer is "warmer than" because it is the correct comparative form of the adjective "warm".
- In question 5, the correct answer is "to" because it is the correct preposition to use when moving from one place to another.
- In question 10, the error is in "neither won't John" which is incorrect grammar.
Verb Tenses and Forms
- In question 7, the correct answer is "I'm installing" because it is the correct present continuous form.
- In question 18, the correct answer is "got" because it is the correct past tense of the verb "get".
- In question 23, the correct answer is "want you to" because it is the correct way to express a request.
- In question 34, the error is in "I wish I have" which should be "I wish I had".
Error Identification
- In question 17, the error is in "the plane will arrive" which should be "the plane arrives".
- In question 32, the error is in "not enough comfortable" which should be "not comfortable enough".
- In question 33, the error is in "believes to help" which should be "believes he can help".
- In question 35, the error is in "took part" which should be "take part".
- In question 46, the correct answer is "to take advantage of such leave" because it is the correct idiomatic expression.
- In question 51, the error is in "If we could predict" which should be "If we can predict".
- In question 62, the error is in "relieve supervisors to become involved" which should be "relieve supervisors of becoming involved".
- In question 63, the error is in "by one of the means" which should be "by one means".
- In question 64, the error is in "by continuing to occupy" which should be "from continuing to occupy".
Verb Tense and Form
- Past tense of the verb "go" is "went" (e.g., Yesterday, we went to the museum)
- Correct form of the verb to complete a sentence: depends on the context (e.g., He finished his homework before dinner, They bought a new car last month)
Adjectives and Adverbs
- Correct adjective form: comparative and superlative forms (e.g., She is the smartest student in the class, This book is more interesting than that one)
- Correct adverb form: depends on the context (e.g., She sings beautifully)
Conjunctions and Prepositions
- Correct conjunction to complete a sentence: depends on the context (e.g., I wanted to go out, but it was raining)
- Correct preposition to complete a sentence: depends on the context (e.g., He is good at math)
Plural and Possessive Forms
- Correct plural form: depends on the context (e.g., There are many children in the park)
- Correct possessive form: depends on the context (e.g., Their car is red)
Pronouns and Articles
- Correct pronoun to complete a sentence: depends on the context (e.g., Who did you give the book to?, She is the tallest of the two sisters)
- Correct article to complete a sentence: depends on the context (e.g., I saw an elephant at the zoo, He is an engineer)
Word Order and Sentence Structure
- Correct sentence structure: subject-verb-object (SVO) order (e.g., She can dance very well)
- Correct use of "there", "their", and "they're" (e.g., They're going to the movies tonight)
Tense and Aspect
- Correct form of the verb in the present perfect tense: has/had + past participle (e.g., She has lived in London for five years)
- Correct form of the verb in the future tense: will + base form (e.g., We will go to the beach next weekend)
Miscellaneous
- Correct use of "it's" and "its" (e.g., It's raining outside)
- Correct verb form to complete a sentence: depends on the context (e.g., If I had a million dollars, I would travel the world)
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