Writing Process and Techniques Quiz

What are the three steps in the prewriting stage of the writing process?

• Analyzing the audience and purpose, researching information, drafting the message

• Editing the message for clarity, conciseness, and tone, proofreading for spelling and grammar, evaluating the message

• Analyzing the audience and purpose, anticipating the audience's reaction, adapting the message to the audience

• Researching information, organizing the message, drafting the message

Which writing technique involves using warm, conversational tone that avoids low-level diction?

• Adapting to Your Audience

• The 'You' View

• Conversational but professional

• Being positive rather than negative

What is the purpose of using bias-free language in business writing?

• To avoid using slang expressions

• To make the writing more concise

• To eliminate technical jargon

• To promote inclusivity and avoid discrimination

Which of the following is an example of a sentence revised for conciseness?

• This is to inform you that the meeting has been rescheduled.

• The report contains several grammatical and punctuation errors.

• Please find attached the document you requested.

• We look forward to completing your order as soon as possible.

What is the recommended number of lines (sentences) for a paragraph in business writing?

• 5

• 8

• 10

• 12

Which of the following is an example of a poorly written email?

• Hi Asli, I am submitting my suggestions on how to improve our business report. Thank you.

• Dear Asli, I am writing to inform you about the issues with our business report.

• Hey Asli, I have some suggestions to improve our business report. Let's discuss it.

• To: Asli Ipekli, Subject: Business Report Improvement Suggestions

What is the purpose of the drafting stage in the writing process?

• To research information and organize the message

• To edit the message for clarity, conciseness, and tone

• To proofread for spelling, grammar, and punctuation

• To quickly write the message and polish it later

Which writing technique involves using positive language and avoiding negative words?

• Adapting to Your Audience

• The 'You' View

• Being positive rather than negative

• Employing Bias-Free Language

What is the purpose of revising a message in the writing process?

• To analyze the audience and purpose of writing

• To edit the message for clarity, conciseness, and tone

• To proofread for spelling, grammar, and punctuation

• To evaluate whether the message accomplishes its goal

Which of the following is an example of bias-free language?

• Female doctor

• An accountant was hired

• The law applied to old people

• Crippled with arthritis