Category 1: Propaganda & Media Literacy
This propaganda technique uses famous people to endorse something
What is testimonial?
This punctuation is used to show possession
What is an apostrophe?
This is the proper way to begin a professional email
What is a formal greeting?
“Break the ice” means to do this
What is start a conversation?
This document lists your skills, education, and experience
What is a resume?
This technique appeals to emotions like fear or happiness
What is emotional appeal?
This is the error of using “its” vs. “it’s” incorrectly
What is a contraction vs. possessive error?
This tone should be used in professional communication
What is polite and respectful?
This soft skill involves understanding others’ feelings
What is empathy?
This letter explains why you are a good fit for a job
What is a cover letter?
Presenting only one side of an argument is called this
What is bias?
Commas are used to separate items in this type of list
What is a series?
Not answering calls or emails in a timely manner shows lack of this
What is professionalism?
“Hit the nail on the head” means this
What is being exactly right?
This section highlights your most relevant abilities
What is the skills section?
This technique suggests “everyone is doing it”
What is bandwagon?
This comma comes before “and” in a list of three or more items
What is the Oxford comma?
This should be avoided in professional emails (LOL, BTW, etc.)
What is slang or abbreviations?
This skill helps you manage time and tasks effectively
What is organization?
This type of letter is used for formal communication in business
What is a business letter?
Using vague, positive language with little meaning is called this
What are glittering generalities?
Misplacing this punctuation can completely change meaning
What is a comma splice or misplaced comma?
This part of an email clearly states its purpose in a few words
What is the subject line?
“Under the weather” means feeling this way
What is sick or unwell?
This resume mistake involves including unnecessary personal info
What is including irrelevant or inappropriate details?