PRELIM EXAM

ENGLISH 3 - TECHNICAL REPORT WRITING II

Prof. AL Violeta

Name:_________________________ Date: __________________

TEST I: Fill in the blank, state the applicable quality of a good report.

____________1. is the quality of writing pertaining to being explicitly definite and specific rather
than general. A good writer must be precise and specific in writing his or her report, and should
avoid ideas that could mislead the readers.

_____________2. has something to do with the quality or state of being brief and concise, with
the quality of terseness, and lack of wordiness. It is achieved by omitting materials or information
that is useless, irrelevant, and redundant.

_____________3. in writing is having or exhibiting a disposition that is free of favoritism, bias,

impartiality, self-interest, or preference in judgment. A fair writer should always base his report
on facts, and if there are theories, these theories should be verified first and be consistent with
facts.

_____________4. is the conformity to facts and representation of truth with precision and
exactness. In writing a report, all facts and information whether favorable or unfavorable to the
concerned subject should be included, and these facts are verified by statement of witnesses and
by reference to official records or reliable sources. An accurate report is a true reflection and
representation of the facts to the best of the writer’s knowledge. An accurate report is also a
specific report.

_____________5. refers to having all the necessary normal part, components, and style of writing
in its entirety. In writing a complete report the elements of the crime should be established and
the additional facts should prove those elements. Documentation of the report should base from
important statement and letters, findings of other agencies, and laboratory reports. This should
also answer the 5 W’s and 1 H questions.

_____________6. refers to the clearness of thought, style, or expression of the writer. An

effective writer must use correct English, and must point directly to the written communication
to save readers from reading unnecessary words.

TEST II: 7 – 10 Who are the three types of report writers?

TEST III: 11 – 13 State the Points to Consider in Writing Reports?

--- END ---