Formal Letter Quiz - CBSE Class 7 English

Free practice quiz: Formal Letter (CBSE Class 7 English). 10 multiple-choice questions with answers and explanations. Play online, no sign-up needed.

This CBSE Class 7 English practice quiz has 10 multiple-choice questions on Formal Letter, and 10 of them come with an explanation. Try the 5 sample questions below (tap an option to check yourself), then play the full quiz online. No sign-up needed.

Sample questions

1. What is the main purpose of a formal letter?

   1. To entertain the reader
   2. To convey information officially
   3. To express personal feelings
   4. To engage in casual conversation
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   Answer: B. To convey information officially

   The main purpose of a formal letter is to convey information in an official manner, unlike informal letters which can be personal and casual.

2. What should be the closing line of a formal letter?

   1. Take care!
   2. Yours sincerely,
   3. See you soon!
   4. Best wishes,
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   Answer: B. Yours sincerely,

   In formal letters, 'Yours sincerely,' is a standard closing line, showing respect to the recipient.

3. What is the first step in writing a formal letter?

   1. Writing the date
   2. Adding a closing remark
   3. Writing an informal greeting
   4. Adding a signature
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   Answer: A. Writing the date

   The first step is to write the date at the top, indicating when the letter was composed.

4. What tone should be used in a formal letter?

   1. Casual and relaxed
   2. Professional and respectful
   3. Sarcastic and humorous
   4. Emotional and heartfelt
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   Answer: B. Professional and respectful

   A formal letter should maintain a professional and respectful tone, suitable for official correspondence.

5. What is the significance of using formal language in a formal letter?

   1. It makes the letter longer
   2. It shows respect and professionalism
   3. It confuses the reader
   4. It makes the letter sound more informal
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   Answer: B. It shows respect and professionalism

   Using formal language in a letter conveys respect to the recipient and maintains a level of professionalism.

More questions in this quiz

Answers and explanations are in the full quiz.

1. Which of the following is typically included in a formal letter?
2. Which of the following is NOT a reason to write a formal letter?
3. How should you address the recipient in a formal letter?
4. Which part of a formal letter states the purpose of writing?
5. What should you do before sending out a formal letter?

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