Question 1

Which of the following statements about tone is most accurate?

Accepted Answer

A)  Never use contractions. 
B)  Vary the tone of a document from section to section as needed. 
C)  Never use "I" or "we" in a technical document. 
D)  Using "you" and "your" will help a writer connect with readers. 
E)  All of these answers are accurate. 
A)  Never use contractions. 
B)  Vary the tone of a document from section to section as needed. 
C)  Never use "I" or "we" in a technical document. 
D)  Using "you" and "your" will help a writer connect with readers. 
E)  All of these answers are accurate. D

Question 2

Sentences using active voice

Accepted Answer

A)  include a clear agent performing the action. 
B)  might be too blunt to be effective. 
C)  might be inappropriate if the object is more important than the subject. 
D)  have the recipient of the action in the subject slot of the sentence. 
E)  a, b, and c. 
A)  include a clear agent performing the action. 
B)  might be too blunt to be effective. 
C)  might be inappropriate if the object is more important than the subject. 
D)  have the recipient of the action in the subject slot of the sentence. 
E)  a, b, and c. E

Question 3

To write fluently

Accepted Answer

A)  use long sentences for special emphasis. 
B)  use a consistent sentence length. 
C)  use a consistent sentence construction. 
D)  combine related ideas. 
E)  All of these answers are correct. 
A)  use long sentences for special emphasis. 
B)  use a consistent sentence length. 
C)  use a consistent sentence construction. 
D)  combine related ideas. 
E)  All of these answers are correct. D

Question 4

Whereas repetition is saying the same thing twice using the same words,_________is saying the same thing twice but using different words.

Accepted Answer

The answer of Whereas repetition is saying the same thing...

Question 5

A noun that has been formed from a verb and often ends in ion is called a_________

Accepted Answer

The answer of A noun that has been formed from...

Question 6

Avoid person-first language for people with disabilities.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 7

An example of sexist language is

Accepted Answer

A)  Ms. 
B)  poetess. 
C)  chairperson. 
D)  flight attendant. 
E)  Both Ms. and poetess are sexist. 
A)  Ms. 
B)  poetess. 
C)  chairperson. 
D)  flight attendant. 
E)  Both Ms. and poetess are sexist.

Question 8

Combining sentences can help de-emphasize some ideas and emphasize others.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 9

In choosing the appropriate tone,

Accepted Answer

A)  use a semiformal tone when you want to sound conversational. 
B)  use a formal tone with subordinates. 
C)  use an informal tone with superiors. 
D)  use a negative tone when conveying bad news. 
E)  when in doubt, avoid being too casual. 
A)  use a semiformal tone when you want to sound conversational. 
B)  use a formal tone with subordinates. 
C)  use an informal tone with superiors. 
D)  use a negative tone when conveying bad news. 
E)  when in doubt, avoid being too casual.

Question 10

All of the following are common sources of wordiness except

Accepted Answer

A)  strong verbs. 
B)  qualifiers. 
C)  prepositional phrases. 
D)  nominalizations. 
E)  weak verbs. 
A)  strong verbs. 
B)  qualifiers. 
C)  prepositional phrases. 
D)  nominalizations. 
E)  weak verbs.

Question 11

_________is the accepted phrases, terms, and shorthand individuals in a profession use to communicate with each other efficiently.

Accepted Answer

The answer of _________is the accepted phrases, terms, and shorthand...

Question 12

Whenever possible, you should preface your assertions with "I think," "In my opinion," "I believe," or some other qualifier.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 13

Using the term "Ms." is an out-of-date strategy that should be avoided.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 14

Digital editing tools

Accepted Answer

A)  are able to identify words that are used incorrectly. 
B)  will not search for clutter words. 
C)  will not catch an instance of "its" that should be "it's." 
D)  always give the best advice to a writer. 
E)  a and d. 
A)  are able to identify words that are used incorrectly. 
B)  will not search for clutter words. 
C)  will not catch an instance of "its" that should be "it's." 
D)  always give the best advice to a writer. 
E)  a and d.

Question 15

Nominalizations add credibility and efficiency to your writing.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 16

Avoid using short sentences in technical writing.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 17

The passive voice should always be avoided.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 18

Each step in a list of instructions should begin with a noun.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 19

Jargon can be useful in communications among specialists.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 20

Inefficient style is not only difficult to read but also potentially unethical when it confuses the audience.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Exam 11: Editing for a Professional Style and Tone

Which of the following statements about tone is most accurate?

Sentences using active voice

To write fluently

Whereas repetition is saying the same thing twice using the same words,_________is saying the same thing twice but using different words.

A noun that has been formed from a verb and often ends in ion is called a_________

Avoid person-first language for people with disabilities.

An example of sexist language is

Combining sentences can help de-emphasize some ideas and emphasize others.

In choosing the appropriate tone,

All of the following are common sources of wordiness except

_________is the accepted phrases, terms, and shorthand individuals in a profession use to communicate with each other efficiently.

Whenever possible, you should preface your assertions with "I think," "In my opinion," "I believe," or some other qualifier.

Using the term "Ms." is an out-of-date strategy that should be avoided.

Digital editing tools

Nominalizations add credibility and efficiency to your writing.

Avoid using short sentences in technical writing.

The passive voice should always be avoided.

Each step in a list of instructions should begin with a noun.

Jargon can be useful in communications among specialists.

Inefficient style is not only difficult to read but also potentially unethical when it confuses the audience.

Introduction to Technical Communication

Meeting the Needs of Specific Audiences

Persuading Your Audience

Weighing the Ethical Issues

Teamwork and Global Considerations

An Overview of the Technical Writing Process

Thinking Critically About the Research Process

Evaluating and Interpreting Information

Summarizing Research Findings and Other Information

Organizing for Readers

Designing Visual Information

Designing Pages and Documents

Email and Text Messages

Workplace Memos and Letters

Résumés and Other Job-Search Materials

Technical Definitions

Technical Descriptions, Specifications, and Marketing Materials

Instructions and Procedures

Informal Reports

Formal Analytical Reports

Proposals

Oral Presentations and Video Conferencing

Blogs, Wikis, and Web Pages

Social Media

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