Writing Styles

Which of the following is a characteristic of Business Writing?

• Verbose

• Concise

• Spelling Doesn't matter

• Complex Vocabulary

Which is a characteristic of Academic Writing?

• Verbose

• Concise

• Spelling Doesn't Matter

• Slang is OK

In which style of writing is Spelling and Grammar important?

• Only Academic

• Only Business

• Only Casual

• Both Academic AND Business

What characteristic is common to BOTH Business AND Academic Writing?

• Concise

• Verbose

• Formal

• Uses Complex Vocabulary

Why is it important to know the "rules" of each style of writing?

• Knowing the rules makes writing more fun

• Knowing the rules makes writing easier

• Knowing the rules makes you a more effective writer

• Knowing the rules does NOT have an effect on your writing

The 3 styles of writing are... (select ALL that apply)

• Academic

• Business

• Casual

• College

• Circular

In which style of writing is Spelling and Grammar NOT important?

• Academic

• Business

• Casual

• ALL writing requires proper spelling and grammar

This passage is an example of:

We are meeting at that cool little café on Third Street next to the movie theater to discuss our plans for the new renovation. I think 10 am works best for me, but let me know if you want to meet later. It is small, but they have great sandwiches and the coffee is the best in town. I went there last week and have been craving the corned beef ever since.

• Academic

• Business

• Casual

• Academic AND Business

Categorize the following passage:

Cu at café… 10am :)

• Academic

• Business

• Casual

• Creative Writing

Which of the following are characteristics of Business Writing. CHECK ALL THAT APPLY

• Verbose

• Concise

• Formal

• Complex Vocabulary