ARTICLE WRITING Assessment

Test your knowledge with this 10-question quiz. Each question has 4 options.

Score 50% or more to pass. Good luck!

1. What is the primary purpose of an article?

To post on social media To inform, persuade, or entertain readers To sell products directly To replace books

2. Which of these is NOT a type of article mentioned in the course?

Informative Persuasive Narrative Fictional

3. What is the first step in the article writing process according to the course?

Writing the headline Finding a great topic Editing and proofreading Publishing online

4. What percentage of readers decide to read an article based solely on the headline?

50% 65% 80% 90%

5. Which of these is a quality of a strong headline?

Vague and mysterious Uses complex jargon Clear and specific Asks multiple questions

6. What is the classic framework for structuring an article?

Headline-Body-Conclusion Introduction-Body-Conclusion Thesis-Arguments-Summary Question-Explanation-Answer

7. Which writing style would be most appropriate for a medical journal article?

Casual Formal Persuasive Narrative

8. What does SEO stand for in the context of online publishing?

Search Engine Optimization Social Engagement Operation Systematic Editorial Organization Structured Editorial Output

9. Which of these is NOT mentioned as a publishing platform?

WordPress Medium Twitter LinkedIn

10. What minimum score is needed to receive certification according to the course?

50% 70% 80% 90%