Written Communication Practices

Which of the following is NOT required for written communication?

• accurate spelling

• accurate punctuation

• elaborate vocabulary

• accurate grammar

When was the wooden block printing press invented?

• in 205 A.D.

• In 305 A.D.

• In 405 A.D.

• In 505 A.D.

When was the first book the Gutenberg Bible, printed?

• In 1450

• In 1455

• In 1475

• In 1490

When was the first American dictionary published?

• in 1788

• in 1793

• in 1818

• in 1828

When was the first text message sent?

• in 1984

• in 1988

• in 1992

• in 1996

What is NOT a basic requirement for a writing assignment?

• due date

• percentage of final grade the assignment will account for

• length requirement

• number of sources needed

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

• look for key verbs in the assignment description

• determining who will read the assignment

• knowing the genre of the assignment

• knowing the topic of the assignment

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

• Brainstorming

• Strengthening

• Editing

• Structuring

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

• of course, be he needs to make sure he is not the only one who reviews it

• no, he wrote the project

• yes, he is the only one who knows the project

• if he is good at grammar and spelling