Letter Writing Quiz – Multiple Choice Questions & Answers

Question 1:  Which of the following is NOT a type of formal letter?

(A) Job application letter

(B) Complaint letter

(C) Informal invitation letter

(D) Business proposal letter

Question 2:  In a formal letter, where should the sender’s address be placed?

(A) Bottom left

(B) Top

(C) After the salutation

(D) Before the recipient’s name

Question 3:  Which of these salutations is appropriate for a formal letter when the recipient’s name is unknown?

(A) Dear Sir/Madam

(B) Hi there

(C) Dear friend

(D) Hey!

Question 4:  What is the primary purpose of the 'body' of a letter?

(A) To greet the recipient

(B) To introduce the sender

(C) To convey the main message

(D) To close the letter formally

Question 5:  What is a common complimentary close in a formal letter?

(A) Cheers

(B) Yours sincerely

(C) Take care

(D) See you soon

Question 6:  What is the main purpose of a letter?

(A) To communicate a message

(B) To show creativity

(C) To write a story

(D) To practice handwriting

Question 7:  In an informal letter, how can you close the letter casually?

(A) Yours truly

(B) Lots of love

(C) Best wishes

(D) All of the above

Question 8:  What is the purpose of an official resignation letter?

(A) To request a leave

(B) To quit a job formally

(C) To ask for a salary hike

(D) To apply for a new position

Question 9:  In a formal letter, the date is placed…

(A) At the beginning

(B) At the end

(C) After the salutation

(D) Before the signature

Question 10:  Which type of letter is written to apply for a job?

(A) Complaint letter

(B) Business letter

(C) Job application letter

(D) Invitation letter

Question 11:  What is the last part of a letter called?

(A) Introduction

(B) Salutation

(C) Complimentary close

(D) Subject line

Question 12:  Which of the following is a correct closing for a formal letter?

(A) Bye for now

(B) Yours faithfully

(C) See you soon

(D) Catch you later

Question 13:  Which part of a letter expresses the purpose clearly in one sentence?

(A) The salutation

(B) The closing statement

(C) The subject line

(D) The complimentary close

Question 14:  What is the main difference between formal and informal letters?

(A) Formal letters use emojis

(B) Informal letters follow strict rules

(C) Formal letters are more structured and professional

(D) Informal letters never include greetings

Question 15:  Which letter is usually written to complain about poor service?

(A) Friendly letter

(B) Complaint letter

(C) Invitation letter

(D) Business letter

Question 16:  Which of these is NOT necessary in an informal letter?

(A) Sender’s address

(B) Date

(C) Subject line

(D) Closing statement

Question 17:  What is the purpose of a thank-you letter?

(A) To apologize

(B) To express gratitude

(C) To make a complaint

(D) To request information

Question 18:  What type of letter is written to request information?

(A) Inquiry letter

(B) Complaint letter

(C) Resignation letter

(D) Invitation letter

Question 19:  What is the purpose of the subject line in a formal letter?

(A) To make the letter look attractive

(B) To summarize the main topic

(C) To add extra details

(D) To replace the salutation

Question 20:  Which of these should be avoided in a formal letter?

(A) Proper grammar

(B) Friendly and respectful tone

(C) Slang and abbreviations

(D) Clear and concise message