Introduction to Written Communication & The Writing Process

Multiple Choice

When was the first book, the Gutenberg Bible, printed?

• 1450

• 1490

• 1475

• 1455

Multiple Choice

When was the first text message sent?

• 1992

• 1996

• 1984

• 1988

Multiple Choice

Which of the following is NOT required for written communication?

• Accurate spelling

• Elaborate vocabulary

• Accurate grammar

• Accurate punctuation

Multiple Choice

When was the first American dictionary published?

• 1828

• 1818

• 1793

• 1788

Multiple Choice

When was the wooden block printing press invented?

• 505 A.D.

• 405 A.D.

• 305 A.D.

• In 205 A.D.

Multiple Choice

What is NOT a basic requirement for a writing assignment?

• Number of sources needed

• Due date

• Percentage of final grade the assignment will account for

• Length requirement

Multiple Choice

What is the best way to determine the purpose or goal of an assignment?

• Knowing the genre of the assignment

• Determining who will read the assignment

• Knowing the topic of the assignment

• Look for key verbs in the assignment description

Multiple Choice

When was the first text message sent?

• 1996

• 1992

• 1988

• 1984

Multiple Choice

According to the segment, which of the following is NOT a way to plan and prepare for an assignment?

• Brainstorming

• Strengthening

• Editing

• Structuring

Multiple Choice

Should the writer review his writing project during the review step of the writing process?

• Yes, he is the only one who knows the content

• No, he wrote the project

• Yes, but he needs to make sure someone else also reviews it

• No one else needs to review it since he is good at grammar and spelling

Multiple Choice

Which is the correct order of the writing process steps?

• Planning and preparing, Reviewing and revising, Drafting, Editing, & Publishing

• Drafting, Reviewing and revising, Planning and preparing, Editing, & Publishing

• Planning and preparing, Drafting, Reviewing and revising, Editing, & Publishing