Inquiry Letter Practice Questions: MCQ Quiz on Inquiry Letters with Answers

Question 1:  What is the main purpose of writing an inquiry letter?

(A) To ask for information

(B) To thank someone

(C) To apologize

(D) To complain

Question 2:  Which of the following is a common opening phrase in an inquiry letter?

(A) I am writing to inquire about

(B) I am sorry to bother you

(C) I need to explain

(D) Please accept my apology

Question 3:  What should be included in the closing of an inquiry letter?

(A) A thank you

(B) A complaint

(C) A description of the issue

(D) A question about something else

Question 4:  In an inquiry letter, why is it important to be specific about the information you need?

(A) To make your request clear

(B) To confuse the reader

(C) To waste time

(D) To make the letter longer

Question 5:  How should you address the person in an inquiry letter when you don't know their name?

(A) To whom it may concern

(B) Dear Sir/Madam

(C) Hey

(D) To whom it worries

Question 6:  Which of these should be avoided in an inquiry letter?

(A) Overly formal language

(B) Clear and direct language

(C) Unnecessary details

(D) Polite tone

Question 7:  How should you express your gratitude in an inquiry letter?

(A) Thank you for your help

(B) I need your help

(C) Please send me information

(D) I am not interested

Question 8:  What is the best way to ask for information in an inquiry letter?

(A) Direct and clear questions

(B) Long explanations

(C) Rude language

(D) Asking for too many things at once

Question 9:  Why is a formal tone important in an inquiry letter?

(A) It shows respect

(B) It confuses the reader

(C) It makes the letter shorter

(D) It makes the letter more casual

Question 10:  Which of the following is NOT a good practice in an inquiry letter?

(A) Being clear and specific

(B) Using polite language

(C) Using informal language

(D) Keeping the letter brief

Question 11:  How can you ask for a response in an inquiry letter?

(A) Please respond at your earliest convenience

(B) You must reply immediately

(C) I don't need a response

(D) Don't reply

Question 12:  What is an essential feature of an inquiry letter?

(A) A polite tone

(B) A personal anecdote

(C) A joke

(D) Complaints

Question 13:  What is the best way to structure an inquiry letter?

(A) Introduction body closing

(B) Only a body

(C) Only a closing

(D) Random order

Question 14:  How should you end an inquiry letter?

(A) With a thank you and your name

(B) With a complaint

(C) With a casual greeting

(D) With a personal story

Question 15:  What should you do if you need to follow up after sending an inquiry letter?

(A) Send a polite reminder

(B) Ignore the situation

(C) Send a complaint

(D) Call immediately

Question 16:  Why is it important to proofread your inquiry letter?

(A) To correct any mistakes

(B) To make it longer

(C) To add jokes

(D) To confuse the reader

Question 17:  What is a common mistake to avoid in an inquiry letter?

(A) Writing too much detail

(B) Being unclear in your request

(C) Writing too briefly

(D) Being too polite

Question 18:  What is the role of the subject line in an inquiry letter?

(A) To briefly summarize the purpose of the letter

(B) To tell a joke

(C) To make the letter longer

(D) To confuse the reader

Question 19:  When should you send an inquiry letter?

(A) When you need information

(B) When you are angry

(C) When you have nothing to do

(D) When you are writing a casual letter

Question 20:  How do you make your inquiry letter polite?

(A) By using respectful language

(B) By being demanding

(C) By using slang

(D) By writing rudely