Question 1

Which of the following is a compound sentence?

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A)  If you have any questions, please don't hesitate to contact me.
B)  Before the meeting ended, Sofia shared her marketing idea; consequently, her idea was included in the meeting minutes.
C)  Nicholas applied for the position, and he was called for an interview two days later.
D)  It's highly likely that your request for leave will be approved.E) A) and C)
F) A) and D)

Question 2

The focus of a brainstorming session should be on the quality of ideas, not the quantity.

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A) True 
 B)False

Question 3

The second phase of the 3-x-3 writing process includes researching, organizing, and ____________________.

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The answer of The second phase of the 3-x-3 writing...

Question 4

Numbered and bulleted lists can improve readability, comprehension, and retention.

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A) True 
 B)False

Question 5

Brainwriting is becoming a popular alternative to brainstorming.

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A) True 
 B)False

Question 6

Which of the following sentences demonstrates parallelism?

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A)  In my current position, I interact with customers, input orders, and am responsible for updating the company's Facebook page.
B)  Our new CEO's objectives are to improve employee morale, to boost revenues, and to enhance community relations.
C)  Collecting, organizing, and documentation⎯these are important steps in researching a problem.
D)  The person we hire for this position should be flexible, reliable, and have good organizational skills.E) B) and C)
F) All of the above

Question 7

When you expect the audience to be pleased, mildly interested, or neutral, use the ____________________ pattern of organization.

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The answer of When you expect the audience to be...

Question 8

Which of the following is done during Phase 2 of the writing process?

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A)  adapting
B)  proofreading
C)  analyzing
D)  organizingE) C) and D)
F) B) and C)

Question 9

Which statement about how headings are used is accurate?

Accepted Answer

A)  Headings are ineffective in providing a quick preview of report ideas.
B)  Headings are used only in reports.
C)  Headings are ineffective for highlighting information and improving readability.
D)  Headings can be used in memos, letters, and e-mails.E) None of the above
F) A) and B)

Question 10

Many communication experts regard poor organization as the greatest failing of business writers.

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A) True 
 B)False

Question 11

With a solid plan and careful planning is a sentence fragment.

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A) True 
 B)False

Question 12

Using underlining, bold type, or italics can call attention to important points and terms.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 13

Which of the following is a passive-voice sentence?

Accepted Answer

A)  Michael Lewis wrote a book about the financial crisis.
B)  The market closed over 14,000 points for the first time in July 2007.
C)  Although he has no experience, Andrew applied for the position.
D)  The website was redesigned by a team of professionals.E) B) and C)
F) A) and C)

Question 14

_____________ is a skillful writing technique that involves balanced writing. Sentences are written so that their parts are balanced are easy to read and understand.

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The answer of _____________ is a skillful writing technique that...

Question 15

Describe three techniques that you can use to make your documents more readable, and explain how these techniques improve readability.

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Student answers will vary.
Techniques to...

Question 16

The ____________________ organizational pattern is typically used for bad news, persuasive requests, sales letters, and sensitive messages.

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The answer of The ____________________ organizational pattern is typically used...

Question 17

In the ____________________ organizational pattern, the main idea follows the details, explanation, and evidence.

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The answer of In the ____________________ organizational pattern, the main...

Question 18

The sentence Destiny was accepted into an MBA program is an active-voice sentence.

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A) True 
 B)False

Question 19

Brianna is writing a document that will compare and contrast different retirement plans. Which paragraph plan will she most likely use?

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A)  indirect
B)  pivoting
C)  transitional
D)  directE) A) and C)
F) A) and B)

Question 20

Which is the most effective organizational pattern if you expect the reader to be pleased, mildly interested, or neutral?

Accepted Answer

A)  the indirect pattern
B)  the geographical pattern
C)  the chronological pattern
D)  the direct patternE) None of the above
F) B) and C)

Exam 5: Organizing and Drafting Business Messages

The sentence Destiny was accepted into an MBA program is an active-voice sentence.

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When you expect the audience to be pleased, mildly interested, or neutral, use the ____________________ pattern of organization.

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Using underlining, bold type, or italics can call attention to important points and terms.

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Which of the following is done during Phase 2 of the writing process?

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In the ____________________ organizational pattern, the main idea follows the details, explanation, and evidence.

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_____________ is a skillful writing technique that involves balanced writing. Sentences are written so that their parts are balanced are easy to read and understand.

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Which statement about how headings are used is accurate?

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The second phase of the 3-x-3 writing process includes researching, organizing, and ____________________.

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Which of the following sentences demonstrates parallelism?

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With a solid plan and careful planning is a sentence fragment.

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Brainwriting is becoming a popular alternative to brainstorming.

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The ____________________ organizational pattern is typically used for bad news, persuasive requests, sales letters, and sensitive messages.

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Many communication experts regard poor organization as the greatest failing of business writers.

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The focus of a brainstorming session should be on the quality of ideas, not the quantity.

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Which is the most effective organizational pattern if you expect the reader to be pleased, mildly interested, or neutral?

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Which of the following is a passive-voice sentence?

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Numbered and bulleted lists can improve readability, comprehension, and retention.

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Which of the following is a compound sentence?

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Brianna is writing a document that will compare and contrast different retirement plans. Which paragraph plan will she most likely use?

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Describe three techniques that you can use to make your documents more readable, and explain how these techniques improve readability.

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