Backslash Quiz (Level B1-B2) - Writing Practice

⏱ Time: 07:30 📝 Questions: 15 📊 Level: B1, B2 📚 Type: Writing ⭐ XP: up to +16 (on pass)

Work towards mastering Backslash with this focused set of 15 exercises. Designed for Level B1-B2 learners, the questions test recognition, application, and common pitfalls. Earn XP, track your score, and come back until you can get them all right.

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Question 1: What writing concept is demonstrated in the following example? 'The parking fee is $15/day during the summer season.'

Question 1 options
The forward slash (/) is used here in place of the word 'per,' which is one of the standard uses of the forward slash in English writing.
Q2 15

Question 2: The gym membership costs $50___ month for new members.

Question 2 options
A forward slash (/) is the correct punctuation mark to replace the word 'per' in English writing, such as in rates and prices.
Q3 15

Question 3: In English writing, backslashes (\) and forward slashes (/) can be used interchangeably.

Question 3 options
This is false. Backslashes are not English punctuation marks; they are used in computing for file paths and code. Forward slashes are the correct punctuation marks used in English writing.
Q4 15

Question 4: Which sentence correctly uses a forward slash?

Question 4 options
The forward slash correctly replaces 'or' between the two options 'pass' and 'fail,' which is a standard use in English writing. Using a backslash in English text, or placing slashes around words incorrectly, is not appropriate.
Q5 15

Question 5: Match each slash-related term to its correct definition or example.

Question 5 options
Backslash (\)
Forward slash (/)
Virgule
w/o
Slash abbreviation meaning 'without'
Used for computer file paths and code
Another name for the forward slash
English punctuation mark with multiple uses

Select an item on the left, then tap its match on the right.

A backslash tilts to the left and is used in computing. A forward slash tilts to the right and is used in English. Virgule is another name for a forward slash. Using slashes in abbreviations like w/o is common in informal note-taking.
Q6 15

Question 6: Which sentence contains a punctuation error related to slash usage?

Question 6 options
The sentence 'The rent is $800\month for this apartment' incorrectly uses a backslash instead of a forward slash. In English, the forward slash is the correct mark to mean 'per.'
Q7 15

Question 7: In a formal report, you need to indicate that employees can choose between two work schedules. Which sentence best completes the paragraph? 'All staff members may select either the morning ___ evening shift for the upcoming quarter.'

Question 7 options
In formal writing, using 'or' is preferred for clarity and professionalism. The forward slash (morning/evening) is acceptable in informal notes, but 'or' is the best choice for a formal report.
Q8 15

Question 8: The following sentence contains an error: 'You can find the document at https:\\www.company.com\reports.' Which option correctly fixes the error?

Question 8 options
Web addresses (URLs) always use forward slashes (/), not backslashes (\). The corrected URL is https://www.company.com/reports.
Q9 15

Question 9: Arrange the parts in the correct order to form a properly written web address.

Question 9 options
  • https:
  • //
  • /contact
  • www.example.com

Drag items or use arrows to arrange them in the correct order.

A standard web address follows the format: protocol (https:), double forward slash (//), domain (www.example.com), and then a forward slash followed by the page path (/contact).
Q10 15

Question 10: You are writing quick notes during a business meeting and need to save time. Which abbreviation correctly uses a forward slash?

Question 10 options
The abbreviation 'w/' with a forward slash is a standard informal shorthand for 'with,' commonly used in note-taking. Backslashes should not be used for abbreviations in English.
Q11 15

Question 11: Which statement correctly describes the difference between a backslash and a forward slash?

Question 11 options
A backslash (\) leans to the left and is used primarily in computing for file paths and code. A forward slash (/) leans to the right and serves as an English punctuation mark with various uses such as replacing 'or,' 'and,' or 'per.'
Q12 15

Question 12: Which version is most appropriate for an academic essay discussing opposing ideas?

Question 12 options
In formal academic writing, it is better to spell out words like 'and' rather than using a forward slash. The option 'the nature and nurture debate' is the most appropriate register for an essay.
Q13 15

Question 13: When quoting poetry in a paragraph of prose, forward slashes with spaces on both sides are used to indicate line breaks.

Question 13 options
This is true. When incorporating poetry into a prose paragraph, writers use a forward slash with a space on each side ( / ) to show where one line ends and the next begins.
Q14 15

Question 14: In the sentence 'Shall I compare thee to a summer's day? / Thou art more lovely and more temperate,' why does the writer use a forward slash?

Question 14 options
When poetry is quoted within a prose paragraph, forward slashes are used to show where line breaks occur in the original poem. This preserves the poem's structure without using separate lines.
Q15 15

Question 15: Which is the best revision of the following awkward sentence? 'The delivery charge is $3\order and you can choose pickup\delivery when you place your order online.'

Question 15 options
The improved version replaces the backslashes with forward slashes, which are the correct English punctuation marks for 'per' and 'or.' It also improves readability with a comma and proper conjunction.