Question 1

The phrase "Special Restricted Incoming Materials Storage Area" is an example of what?

Accepted Answer

The phrase "Special Restricted Incoming Materials Storage Area" is an example of a designated zone or location within a facility where materials that are entering the premises are stored under specific restrictions. This could be due to the sensitive nature of the materials, such as hazardous chemicals, confidential documents, or high-value items that require additional security measures and controlled access. The term implies that there are particular protocols and procedures in place to handle and store these materials safely and securely, and access to this area is likely limited to authorized personnel only. This concept is commonly found in industries such as manufacturing, pharmaceuticals, logistics, and any other sector where the integrity and security of incoming materials must be tightly controlled.

Question 2

Readers who can easily locate and understand important information in a document will be more likely to agree with its arguments.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False  True

Question 3

Bad news should be given in the topic sentence or at the end of the paragraph; it is misleading to bury bad news in the middle.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False  True

Question 4

Which of these examples shows the most effective transition from the first sentence to the second?

Accepted Answer

A)   New screening techniques are being developed to combat computer viruses. They are the subject of a new research effort at Big State University.
B)   New screening techniques are being developed to combat computer viruses. These techniques are the subject of a new research effort at Big State University.
C)   New screening techniques are being developed to combat computer viruses. A new research effort at Big State University is focused on fighting computer viruses.
D)   New screening techniques are being developed to combat computer viruses. Nevertheless, they are the subject of a new research effort at Big State University.

Question 5

According to Chapter 9, 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 6

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

Accepted Answer

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

Question 7

According to Chapter 9, 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 if necessary when you have completed the document.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 8

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

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 9

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 while conducting research
D)   key words that establish coherent transitions

Question 10

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

Question 11

Chapter 9 discusses three techniques for dividing long paragraphs. One is to make the topic sentence a separate paragraph and split the supporting information into separate paragraphs. What are the other two techniques?

Accepted Answer

The answer of Chapter 9 discusses three techniques for dividing...

Question 12

What kind of transition would be most helpful to readers of these two sentences? Mr. Polk accomplished each objective he had for his term of office. He did not seek a second term.

Accepted Answer

A)   comparison
B)   addition
C)   illustration
D)   cause-effect

Question 13

Approaches to Neighborhood Policing
6.1 Community Policing

Accepted Answer

The answer of Approaches to Neighborhood Policing
6.1 Community Policing...

Question 14

You are writing a report about sales of your company's products over the past three months. Sales are not growing, but appear to be steady. You have identified three factors contributing to this situation. Which of the following 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.

Question 15

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 16

What advice would you give to a writer considering revising the long paragraph below? (Numbers were inserted to identify the sentences; they will not appear in the finished document.) (1) Although graphics can enhance a website, they can also serve as a distraction. (2) Having too many graphics that do not contribute to the content of the site may make your company appear unprofessional, as well as contributing to slow download times. (3) Your site, for example, has thirty moving images. (4) Such images do not reflect the serious nature of your business. (5) When it comes to graphics, we suggest you adopt a "less is more" approach. (6) Another troublesome feature of your site is the scrolling banner used as a navigation element. (7) To reach certain pages on your site, users must quickly click the links scrolling across the banner. (8) If they miss a link, they must wait another 20 seconds until the link scrolls by again. (9) Because this site is not designed to be a game but rather a place for customers to learn more about handling hazardous materials, you should not use a scrolling banner as a navigation element. (10) We recommend that you use standard navigation buttons aligned along the left margin or across the top of the page. (11) Also, you may want to include a text-only navigation element at the bottom of the page.

Accepted Answer

A)   Start a new paragraph at (4) .
B)   Start a new paragraph at (6) .
C)   Start a new paragraph at (9) .
D)   The excerpt is most effective as it is, as a single paragraph.

Question 17

According to Chapter 9, turning paragraphs into lists has four advantages for the writer. One is that it forces you to look at the big picture. What are two other advantages listed in the chapter?

Accepted Answer

The answer of According to Chapter 9, turning paragraphs into...

Question 18

Which of the following 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:

Question 19

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.

Question 20

A local bank uses this slogan in its advertising: "Integrity. Experience. Trust. Local." What about this slogan violates readers' expectations?

Accepted Answer

A)   The items in the list are not parallel.
B)   The list does not follow the general-to-specific pattern.
C)   The hierarchy of the list is confusing.
D)   The list does not use numbering.

Exam 9: Emphasizing Important Information

The phrase "Special Restricted Incoming Materials Storage Area" is an example of what?

Readers who can easily locate and understand important information in a document will be more likely to agree with its arguments.

Bad news should be given in the topic sentence or at the end of the paragraph; it is misleading to bury bad news in the middle.

Which of these examples shows the most effective transition from the first sentence to the second?

According to Chapter 9, long headings can confuse and distract readers; therefore, you should strive to write short headings of no more than three or four words.

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

According to Chapter 9, 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 if necessary when you have completed the document.

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

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

What is an advance organizer?

Chapter 9 discusses three techniques for dividing long paragraphs. One is to make the topic sentence a separate paragraph and split the supporting information into separate paragraphs. What are the other two techniques?

What kind of transition would be most helpful to readers of these two sentences? Mr. Polk accomplished each objective he had for his term of office. He did not seek a second term.

Approaches to Neighborhood Policing 6.1 Community Policing

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

According to Chapter 9, turning paragraphs into lists has four advantages for the writer. One is that it forces you to look at the big picture. What are two other advantages listed in the chapter?

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

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

A local bank uses this slogan in its advertising: "Integrity. Experience. Trust. Local." What about this slogan violates readers' expectations?