Question 1

An effective topic sentence will reflect which of the following?

Accepted Answer

A)  the character of the writer 
B)  the title of the document 
C)  the coherence devices used in the document 
D)  the organizational structure of the document 
A)  the character of the writer 
B)  the title of the document 
C)  the coherence devices used in the document 
D)  the organizational structure of the document

Question 2

Whenever possible, you should combine two or more ideas into one paragraph to create a paragraph of 75 to 125 words-the ideal paragraph length.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 3

Transitional paragraphs tend to be much longer than body paragraphs.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 4

What is the phrase "Special Restricted Incoming Materials Storage Area" an example of?

Accepted Answer

The answer of What is the phrase "Special Restricted Incoming...

Question 5

using precise words will make a title more useful. What is an added benefit of using precise words?

Accepted Answer

Your document can be more accu

Question 6

long headings can confuse and distract readers; therefore, you should strive to write short headings of no more than three or four words.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 7

Which of these statements does NOT identify a benefit of turning a paragraph into a list?

Accepted Answer

A)  It forces you to reorder the sequence. 
B)  It forces you to look at the bigger picture. 
C)  It forces you to create a helpful lead-in. 
D)  It forces you to write more precisely and more clearly. 
A)  It forces you to reorder the sequence. 
B)  It forces you to look at the bigger picture. 
C)  It forces you to create a helpful lead-in. 
D)  It forces you to write more precisely and more clearly.

Question 8

Why should you avoid back-to-back headings, such as the following?
6. Approaches to Neighborhood Policing
6.1 Community Policing

Accepted Answer

Readers expect you t

Question 9

Which of the following options is the best lead-in for a sentence list?

Accepted Answer

A)  Our three main competitive advantages are: 
B)  The reasons are the following: 
C)  We offer advantages over the competition. 
D)  We offer three main advantages over the competition: 
A)  Our three main competitive advantages are: 
B)  The reasons are the following: 
C)  We offer advantages over the competition. 
D)  We offer three main advantages over the competition:

Question 10

Which pair of sentences shows the most effective transition from the first sentence to the second?

Accepted Answer

A)  Demand for kettle chips is down by 15 percent. As a result, we have laid off 12 production workers. 
B)  The vendor assured us that the replacement parts would be delivered in time for the product release. The parts were delivered nearly two weeks after the product release. 
C)  The furniture-replacement project was originally expected to cost us $450,000. Unfortunately, the final cost was $300,000. 
D)  Brazilian people love soccer. My friend Silvino has played soccer all his life. 
A)  Demand for kettle chips is down by 15 percent. As a result, we have laid off 12 production workers. 
B)  The vendor assured us that the replacement parts would be delivered in time for the product release. The parts were delivered nearly two weeks after the product release. 
C)  The furniture-replacement project was originally expected to cost us $450,000. Unfortunately, the final cost was $300,000. 
D)  Brazilian people love soccer. My friend Silvino has played soccer all his life.

Question 11

you should jot down a working title before you start drafting a document to give you a sense of direction, then come back and revise it at the end.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 12

What kinds of words are especially valuable for use in section headings and titles?

Accepted Answer

A)  cohesive words 
B)  transitional words 
C)  noun strings 
D)  precise words 
A)  cohesive words 
B)  transitional words 
C)  noun strings 
D)  precise words

Question 13

To create an effective title for your document, what should you focus on?

Accepted Answer

A)  key words that describe the document's subject and purpose 
B)  key words that describe the attitudes of your audience 
C)  key words that you used in an Internet search during research 
D)  key words that establish coherent transitions 
A)  key words that describe the document's subject and purpose 
B)  key words that describe the attitudes of your audience 
C)  key words that you used in an Internet search during research 
D)  key words that establish coherent transitions

Question 14

What is an advance organizer?

Accepted Answer

A)  an outline of the document you are drafting, showing its content and organization 
B)  the text that introduces a list 
C)  any text that indicates the background, purpose, scope, and organization of the discussion that follows it 
D)  transitional words and phrases, such as first, therefore, furthermore, or consequently 
E)  None of the responses are correct. 
A)  an outline of the document you are drafting, showing its content and organization 
B)  the text that introduces a list 
C)  any text that indicates the background, purpose, scope, and organization of the discussion that follows it 
D)  transitional words and phrases, such as first, therefore, furthermore, or consequently 
E)  None of the responses are correct.

Question 15

You are writing a report about sales of your company's products over the past three months. Sales are not growing, but instead appear to be steady. You have identified three factors contributing to this situation. Which of these options is the most effective lead-in for a paragraph list discussing these factors?

Accepted Answer

A)  Certain factors are affecting our sales channels. 
B)  Three factors include: 
C)  I have identified three factors that are contributing to the plateau of product sales. 
D)  The following factors are contributing to the plateau of product sales. 
A)  Certain factors are affecting our sales channels. 
B)  Three factors include: 
C)  I have identified three factors that are contributing to the plateau of product sales. 
D)  The following factors are contributing to the plateau of product sales.

Question 16

For example, for instance, in other words, and to illustrate fall into which category of transitional words and phrases?

Accepted Answer

The answer of For example, for instance, in other words,...

Question 17

Which of the changes listed below would make the following paragraph more coherent?
As an undergraduate student, you can satisfy the university writing requirement and meet an important graduation requirement by scoring a 4 or 5 on either of the advanced placement English exams (Language & Composition or Literature & Composition). You can also meet this requirement by receiving transfer credit for an approved college-level writing or writing-intensive course you have taken elsewhere and in which you have received a grade of B or higher. Finally, you can meet this requirement by taking and receiving a passing grade in a writing course at this university. The following two courses, for example, are dedicated primarily to the development of writing skills and can be used to meet the writing requirement: English 205 (Technical Communication) or English 200 (Rhetoric and Writing). If you have any further questions, please call Professor Lee Klein, Director of Writing Programs, in the Department of English at (518) 555-8122.

Accepted Answer

A)  Insert transitional words and phrases. 
B)  Turn the paragraph into a list. 
C)  Begin with a topic sentence. 
D)  Use demonstrative pronouns. 
A)  Insert transitional words and phrases. 
B)  Turn the paragraph into a list. 
C)  Begin with a topic sentence. 
D)  Use demonstrative pronouns.

Question 18

Identify two coherence devices discussed in Chapter 9.

Accepted Answer

The coherence devices discusse

Question 19

The only proper way to create a sentence list is by using bullet points.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 20

Where should you place a transitional word or phrase?

Accepted Answer

The coherence devices discusse

An effective topic sentence will reflect which of the following?

Whenever possible, you should combine two or more ideas into one paragraph to create a paragraph of 75 to 125 words-the ideal paragraph length.

Transitional paragraphs tend to be much longer than body paragraphs.

What is the phrase "Special Restricted Incoming Materials Storage Area" an example of?

using precise words will make a title more useful. What is an added benefit of using precise words?

long headings can confuse and distract readers; therefore, you should strive to write short headings of no more than three or four words.

Which of these statements does NOT identify a benefit of turning a paragraph into a list?

Why should you avoid back-to-back headings, such as the following? 6. Approaches to Neighborhood Policing 6.1 Community Policing

Which of the following options is the best lead-in for a sentence list?

Which pair of sentences shows the most effective transition from the first sentence to the second?

you should jot down a working title before you start drafting a document to give you a sense of direction, then come back and revise it at the end.

What kinds of words are especially valuable for use in section headings and titles?

To create an effective title for your document, what should you focus on?

What is an advance organizer?

For example, for instance, in other words, and to illustrate fall into which category of transitional words and phrases?

Identify two coherence devices discussed in Chapter 9.

The only proper way to create a sentence list is by using bullet points.

Where should you place a transitional word or phrase?

Introduction to Technical Communication

Understanding Ethical and Legal Considerations

Writing Technical Documents

Writing Collaboratively

Analyzing Your Audience and Purpose

Researching Your Subject

Organizing Your Information

Communicating Persuasively

Writing Correct and Effective Sentences

Designing Print and Online Documents

Creating Graphics

Reviewing, Evaluating, and Testing Documents and Web Sites

Writing Correspondence

Writing Job-Application Materials

Writing Proposals

Writing Informational Reports

Writing Recommendation Reports

Writing Lab Reports

Writing Definitions, Descriptions, and Instructions

Making Oral Presentations

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Exam 9: Emphasizing Important Information

An effective topic sentence will reflect which of the following?

Whenever possible, you should combine two or more ideas into one paragraph to create a paragraph of 75 to 125 words-the ideal paragraph length.

Transitional paragraphs tend to be much longer than body paragraphs.

What is the phrase "Special Restricted Incoming Materials Storage Area" an example of?

using precise words will make a title more useful. What is an added benefit of using precise words?

long headings can confuse and distract readers; therefore, you should strive to write short headings of no more than three or four words.

Which of these statements does NOT identify a benefit of turning a paragraph into a list?

Why should you avoid back-to-back headings, such as the following? 6. Approaches to Neighborhood Policing 6.1 Community Policing

Which of the following options is the best lead-in for a sentence list?

Which pair of sentences shows the most effective transition from the first sentence to the second?

you should jot down a working title before you start drafting a document to give you a sense of direction, then come back and revise it at the end.

What kinds of words are especially valuable for use in section headings and titles?

To create an effective title for your document, what should you focus on?

What is an advance organizer?

For example, for instance, in other words, and to illustrate fall into which category of transitional words and phrases?

Identify two coherence devices discussed in Chapter 9.

The only proper way to create a sentence list is by using bullet points.

Where should you place a transitional word or phrase?

Introduction to Technical Communication

Understanding Ethical and Legal Considerations

Writing Technical Documents

Writing Collaboratively

Analyzing Your Audience and Purpose

Researching Your Subject

Organizing Your Information

Communicating Persuasively

Writing Correct and Effective Sentences

Designing Print and Online Documents

Creating Graphics

Reviewing, Evaluating, and Testing Documents and Web Sites

Writing Correspondence

Writing Job-Application Materials

Writing Proposals

Writing Informational Reports

Writing Recommendation Reports

Writing Lab Reports

Writing Definitions, Descriptions, and Instructions

Making Oral Presentations

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