Question 1

Which sentence does not contain a hidden verb?

Accepted Answer

A)  The lab assistant gave a demonstration on how to create a suitable sample. 
B)  The office manager analyzed the financial reports. 
C)  The associate dean arrived at the conclusion that the computer labs are outdated. 
D)  The information technology department has a requirement for technical training. 
E)  Do you have a need for a new laser printer? 
A)  The lab assistant gave a demonstration on how to create a suitable sample. 
B)  The office manager analyzed the financial reports. 
C)  The associate dean arrived at the conclusion that the computer labs are outdated. 
D)  The information technology department has a requirement for technical training. 
E)  Do you have a need for a new laser printer?

Question 2

Logically,a paragraph should

Accepted Answer

A)  cover a single topic. 
B)  connect the previous paragraph to the topic sentence. 
C)  be divided into simple and compound sentences. 
D)  use parallel structure for coherence. 
E)  contain no fewer than 25 characters. 
A)  cover a single topic. 
B)  connect the previous paragraph to the topic sentence. 
C)  be divided into simple and compound sentences. 
D)  use parallel structure for coherence. 
E)  contain no fewer than 25 characters.

Question 3

You can emphasize an idea by putting it into the first or last paragraph.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 4

You look selfish if your message focuses only on what the reader will get from doing what you request in your message.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 5

All else being equal,an idea with more space devoted to it will be judged as more important than an idea covered more briefly.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 6

Which sentence lacks parallelism?

Accepted Answer

A)  The seminars will be held on February 14, March 15, and April 1. 
B)  Victoria is proficient not only in word processing but also in database management. 
C)  Our word processing program includes pull-down menus, scroll bars, and sentences can be checked for grammatical errors. 
D)  Students will learn how to write effective messages, make persuasive speeches, and handle themselves in interviews. 
E)  The new smoke detector is both efficient and effective. 
A)  The seminars will be held on February 14, March 15, and April 1. 
B)  Victoria is proficient not only in word processing but also in database management. 
C)  Our word processing program includes pull-down menus, scroll bars, and sentences can be checked for grammatical errors. 
D)  Students will learn how to write effective messages, make persuasive speeches, and handle themselves in interviews. 
E)  The new smoke detector is both efficient and effective.

Question 7

Business writers aim for paragraphs that are 60 to 80 words long,with three or four sentences supporting a single topic sentence.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 8

Readers may think you are unsure of yourself if you use self-conscious phrases such as I hope in your messages.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 9

Which of the following sentences is a good example of parallel structure?

Accepted Answer

A)  Our company offers both vacation pay but also employee discounts. 
B)  Our company is not only an industry leader and it is highly profitable. 
C)  Our company will neither merge with a start-up firm nor sell its largest division. 
D)  Our company is also one of the largest in the field, not only the most profitable. 
E)  Our company will either boost its profitability or reduce its expenses. 
A)  Our company offers both vacation pay but also employee discounts. 
B)  Our company is not only an industry leader and it is highly profitable. 
C)  Our company will neither merge with a start-up firm nor sell its largest division. 
D)  Our company is also one of the largest in the field, not only the most profitable. 
E)  Our company will either boost its profitability or reduce its expenses.

Question 10

Obvious flattery detracts from the sincerity of your message.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 11

List five of the seven strategies for emphasizing ideas.

Accepted Answer

Students are to supply five of the follo

Question 12

Identify the wordy expressions and redundancies in the following sentence: "Each and every manager is of the opinion that we must reduce expenses in order to increase revenue." Rewrite the sentence and compute the lard factor.

Accepted Answer

The wordy expressions and redundancies a

Question 13

Adapting your language to the reader's needs helps you convey an appropriately condescending attitude.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 14

A(n)____ sentence is often used to emphasize a single idea.

Accepted Answer

A)  passive-voice 
B)  compound 
C)  complex 
D)  simple 
E)  active-voice 
A)  passive-voice 
B)  compound 
C)  complex 
D)  simple 
E)  active-voice

Question 15

You should use active-voice verbs to convey negative news tactfully or to reduce emphasis on the doer of the action.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 16

If your paragraphs are excessively long,you may

Accepted Answer

A)  have difficulty maintaining parallel structure throughout. 
B)  distract the reader with your confident tone. 
C)  unintentionally obscure an important idea buried in the middle. 
D)  need transitional expressions to highlight reader benefits. 
E)  use simple sentences to smoothly link one idea with another. 
A)  have difficulty maintaining parallel structure throughout. 
B)  distract the reader with your confident tone. 
C)  unintentionally obscure an important idea buried in the middle. 
D)  need transitional expressions to highlight reader benefits. 
E)  use simple sentences to smoothly link one idea with another.

Question 17

Identify the sentence that does not contain a mechanical error.

Accepted Answer

A)  Please call the Springfield; MO, office. 
B)  He ordered 6 new computer systems for the office. 
C)  I understand the brochure is completed please send me a copy. 
D)  The new ceo plans to improve productivity by 15% in one year. 
E)  We use special packaging to protect our products. 
A)  Please call the Springfield; MO, office. 
B)  He ordered 6 new computer systems for the office. 
C)  I understand the brochure is completed please send me a copy. 
D)  The new ceo plans to improve productivity by 15% in one year. 
E)  We use special packaging to protect our products.

Question 18

What are the three main types of sentences? Explain the level of emphasis achieved in each type.

Accepted Answer

A simple sentence contains one independe

Question 19

Using platitudes will give readers the sense that you have a condescending attitude.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 20

Businesspeople value redundancy in messages because they need more data on which to base their decisions.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Which sentence does not contain a hidden verb?

Logically,a paragraph should

You can emphasize an idea by putting it into the first or last paragraph.

You look selfish if your message focuses only on what the reader will get from doing what you request in your message.

All else being equal,an idea with more space devoted to it will be judged as more important than an idea covered more briefly.

Which sentence lacks parallelism?

Business writers aim for paragraphs that are 60 to 80 words long,with three or four sentences supporting a single topic sentence.

Readers may think you are unsure of yourself if you use self-conscious phrases such as I hope in your messages.

Which of the following sentences is a good example of parallel structure?

Obvious flattery detracts from the sincerity of your message.

List five of the seven strategies for emphasizing ideas.

Identify the wordy expressions and redundancies in the following sentence: "Each and every manager is of the opinion that we must reduce expenses in order to increase revenue." Rewrite the sentence and compute the lard factor.

Adapting your language to the reader's needs helps you convey an appropriately condescending attitude.

A(n)____ sentence is often used to emphasize a single idea.

You should use active-voice verbs to convey negative news tactfully or to reduce emphasis on the doer of the action.

If your paragraphs are excessively long,you may

Identify the sentence that does not contain a mechanical error.

What are the three main types of sentences? Explain the level of emphasis achieved in each type.

Using platitudes will give readers the sense that you have a condescending attitude.

Businesspeople value redundancy in messages because they need more data on which to base their decisions.

Understanding Business Communication

Intercultural and Team Communication

Interpersonal Communication Skills

The Writing Process

Neutral and Positive Messages

Persuasive Messages

Bad-News Messages

Planning the Report and Managing Data

Writing the Report

Oral Presentation

Employment Communication

Filters

Exam 5: Revising Your Writing

Which sentence does not contain a hidden verb?

Logically,a paragraph should

You can emphasize an idea by putting it into the first or last paragraph.

You look selfish if your message focuses only on what the reader will get from doing what you request in your message.

All else being equal,an idea with more space devoted to it will be judged as more important than an idea covered more briefly.

Which sentence lacks parallelism?

Business writers aim for paragraphs that are 60 to 80 words long,with three or four sentences supporting a single topic sentence.

Readers may think you are unsure of yourself if you use self-conscious phrases such as I hope in your messages.

Which of the following sentences is a good example of parallel structure?

Obvious flattery detracts from the sincerity of your message.

List five of the seven strategies for emphasizing ideas.

Identify the wordy expressions and redundancies in the following sentence: "Each and every manager is of the opinion that we must reduce expenses in order to increase revenue." Rewrite the sentence and compute the lard factor.

Adapting your language to the reader's needs helps you convey an appropriately condescending attitude.

A(n)____ sentence is often used to emphasize a single idea.

You should use active-voice verbs to convey negative news tactfully or to reduce emphasis on the doer of the action.

If your paragraphs are excessively long,you may

Identify the sentence that does not contain a mechanical error.

What are the three main types of sentences? Explain the level of emphasis achieved in each type.

Using platitudes will give readers the sense that you have a condescending attitude.

Businesspeople value redundancy in messages because they need more data on which to base their decisions.

Understanding Business Communication

Intercultural and Team Communication

Interpersonal Communication Skills

The Writing Process

Neutral and Positive Messages

Persuasive Messages

Bad-News Messages

Planning the Report and Managing Data

Writing the Report

Oral Presentation

Employment Communication

Filters