Test your General Training Reading skills with these practice questions focused on understanding workplace memos, policies, and public notices. Enhance your ability to interpret real-life documents commonly found in workplace and social settings.
If a workplace memo states that lunch breaks must not exceed 45 minutes, what is the maximum length of an allowed break?
Explanation: The memo clearly specifies that breaks must not exceed 45 minutes, so the maximum is exactly 45 minutes. 30 minutes is under the limit but is not the maximum. 50 minutes and 1 hour both exceed the stated maximum and would not be allowed according to the policy.
A public notice reads: 'The library will be closed on all public holidays.' Which day would the library least likely be open?
Explanation: New Year's Day is typically a public holiday, so the library would be closed. Monday, Tuesday, and Thursday are all regular weekdays and, unless they coincide with a public holiday, the library will likely be open. Only the holiday itself is directly mentioned as an exception.
A company memo asks all employees to submit expense reports by Friday noon. When should an employee ideally complete their submission?
Explanation: The instruction is clear that reports are due by Friday noon, so submissions should be made before 12 PM on Friday. Friday evening, Saturday morning, and Monday afternoon are all after the specified deadline and would be considered late.
A notice on a break room wall says, 'Please keep this area clean and place all waste in the bins provided.' What is the primary message?
Explanation: The main message is to maintain the area’s cleanliness by using bins for waste. Bringing your own lunch or organizing chairs is not mentioned, and avoiding the room is not implied—only keeping it clean is requested.
In a workplace policy emailed to staff, it says, 'Unauthorized access to server rooms is strictly prohibited.' What does this indicate?
Explanation: The use of 'unauthorized' means only those with permission may enter. 'Anyone can enter anytime' and 'server rooms are always open' contradict the warning, and saying 'no one needs to use server rooms' is unrelated.
A memo reads, 'All staff must attend the health and safety meeting at 9:00 AM sharp.' What should employees do if they cannot attend?
Explanation: If someone cannot attend a mandatory event, it's best practice to inform their supervisor. Ignoring the memo, arriving late, or skipping the meeting would go against the given instruction and may result in consequences.
A community center notice says, 'Yoga classes are held weekly on Wednesdays at 7:00 PM.' When should participants arrive?
Explanation: The notice states the classes are on Wednesdays at 7:00 PM, so that's when participants should arrive. The other options mention either the wrong day, the wrong time, or too frequently.
If a memo says, 'Effective immediately, remote work requests must be approved by department heads,' who can approve such requests?
Explanation: The memo specifies that department heads must approve remote work requests. Receptionists, other employees, and visitors are not mentioned and would not have the authority, according to the policy.
A public notice says, 'For lost property, please contact the front desk during office hours.' Who should you speak with if you lose an item?
Explanation: The notice directs people to the front desk staff for lost property. Janitors, security guards, and managers are not mentioned as contacts for this purpose, and approaching them may not result in the right assistance.
A workplace lunch memo states, 'Choose from vegetarian, chicken, or fish meals for Friday’s event.' Which meal is not offered?
Explanation: Vegetarian, chicken, and fish are specifically listed as meal options. Beef is not mentioned and therefore is not available. The other three listed are correct choices.
If a notice says, 'The office will close early at 3 PM this Friday due to maintenance,' when will the office close on that day?
Explanation: The notice specifies a 3 PM closure for maintenance reasons, so the office will close at that time. 5 PM is more typical but not stated here, while 8 AM and noon are not mentioned in the notice.
According to a workplace memo: 'Late arrivals must report to HR before starting work.' What happens if someone is late?
Explanation: Late arrivals are instructed to report to HR before working. Starting immediately or calling a colleague does not meet the stated procedure, and leaving the building is not required.
A staff notice reads: 'Parking is reserved for employees only, except on weekends.' Who may park during weekends?
Explanation: The exception allows for anyone to park on weekends, not just employees. The other options restrict parking more than the notice states and do not fully address the exception.
A memo informs staff: 'The team meeting scheduled for Thursday is postponed until further notice.' What should staff expect?
Explanation: Postponed until further notice means the meeting is not happening as planned on Thursday. It does not mean the meeting is weekly or canceled forever. Attending as usual would disregard the new instructions.
A workplace notice says, 'Complete the online compliance training by the end of this month.' What is required of the employees?
Explanation: The notice specifically requires employees to finish the online training by the month's end. Starting next year, asking for exemption, and attending a seminar are not mentioned or required actions.
A public notice in a building states, 'In case of fire, use stairs only; do not use elevators.' What should a person do during a fire?
Explanation: The notice gives a clear instruction to use the stairs in a fire. Waiting for an elevator is unsafe and not advised, returning to their office is dangerous, and calling a friend does not help evacuate safely.