Mastering Wordiness and Redundancy in Writing

What is the main issue with Mr. Zazzles' announcement?

• It is too short.

• It is too wordy and redundant.

• It is too formal.

• It is unclear.

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CCSS.SL.6.6

CCSS.SL.7.6

CCSS.W.7.1D

CCSS.W.7.2E

CCSS.W.8.1D

What does redundancy involve?

• Writing in passive voice.

• Using too many adjectives.

• Repeating the same idea in different ways.

• Using complex words.

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CCSS.RL.2.4

CCSS.RL.7.4

Why is Ms. Razzle's note considered wordy?

• It uses technical jargon.

• It includes unnecessary words like 'absolutely' and 'inasmuch as'.

• It is too brief.

• It is written in a casual tone.

What could Ms. Doe have written instead of 'Owing to the fact'?

• Considering

• In light of the fact

• Because

• Due to the fact

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CCSS.SL.7.6

CCSS.SL.8.6

CCSS.W.8.1D

CCSS.W.8.2E

CCSS.W.9-10.2E

What is the issue with Mr. Moe's syllabus statement?

• It is redundant.

• It is too vague.

• It is too short.

• It is too formal.

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CCSS.RL.2.4

CCSS.RL.7.4

How could Mr. Yoe's note be improved?

• By making it longer.

• By using the word 'compose' instead of 'write'.

• By using more technical terms.

• By adding more details.

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CCSS.RI.6.4

CCSS.RI.7.4

CCSS.RI.8.4

CCSS.RI.9-10.4

CCSS.RI.9-10.4

What is redundant in Ms. Johnson's journal entry?

• The word 'work'.

• The phrase 'loves Thanksgiving break'.

• The word 'Thanksgiving'.

• The phrase 'the reason' and 'is because'.

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CCSS.RL.2.4

CCSS.RL.7.4

What is a simple way to avoid wordiness and redundancy?

• Use more adjectives.

• Write longer sentences.

• Look for extra words or phrases and remove them.

• Use passive voice.

What lesson should Mr. Zazzles learn about his announcements?

• Using unnecessary words does not make the message clearer.

• Making announcements longer makes them better.

• Using technical terms is always better.

• Being formal is more important than being clear.

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CCSS.RL.11-12.6

What is the main focus of the video tutorial?

• The benefits of using passive voice.

• How to write technical reports.

• The importance of using complex words.

• Understanding and avoiding wordiness and redundancy.

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CCSS.L.1.5A

CCSS.L.1.5B

CCSS.L.K.5A