Eliminating Wordiness

The teacher became increasingly frustrated with the rowdy student who acted in a wild, disorderly manner.

• NO CHANGE

• who acted wildly.

• whom acted wildly.

• OMIT the underlined portion

Tags

CCSS.L.9-10.1B

CCSS.L.6.2A

CCSS.L.7.1A

I think maybe I might possibly have met them all.

• NO CHANGE

• perhaps I've

• I've possibly

• I've

Tags

CCSS.L.9-10.1B

CCSS.L.4.1C

He also began to calculate annual tables of yearly sets of astronomical data, which became the basis for almanacs published under his name from 1792 through 1797.

• NO CHANGE

• covering a year's worth

• about twelve months

• OMIT the underlined portion

Tags

CCSS.L.3.1A

_____ implies eliminating wordiness

• Completeness

• Conciseness

• Correctness

Tags

CCSS.L.11-12.6

CCSS.L.9-10.6

CCSS.W.11-12.2D

CCSS.W.9-10.2D

CCSS.L.8.6

_______ emphasizes on avoiding complex phrases and enhances the meaning of the message.

• Correctness

• Completeness

• Clarity

Tags

CCSS.L.11-12.6

CCSS.L.9-10.6

CCSS.W.11-12.2D

CCSS.W.9-10.2D

CCSS.W.8.2D

means expressions that repeat meanings in a single sentence.

• Cliche

• Redundancy

• Slang

What are some strategies for writing more concisely?

• Using passive voice

• Removing unnecessary words, using active voice, avoiding redundant phrases, and organizing information in a clear and logical manner.

• Including redundant phrases

• Using as many words as possible

What is the downside of using wordiness in writing?

• The downside of using wordiness in writing is that it can make the text difficult to read and understand, leading to a loss of clarity and impact.

• Wordiness in writing has no impact on the readability of the text

• Wordiness in writing makes the text easier to read and understand

• Wordiness in writing enhances clarity and impact

Which sentence is written concisely: To succeed, one must work hard

• In order to succeed, one must work hard

• If you want to succeed, you have to work hard

• To succeed, one must work hard

• Succeeding requires hard work

How can writers ensure that their writing is clear and to the point?

• By using simple and concise language, organizing their ideas logically, and avoiding unnecessary jargon or complex sentences.

• By writing in a disorganized and confusing manner

• By including as much jargon as possible

• By using long and complicated language

Tags

CCSS.L.1.1J

CCSS.L.2.1F

CCSS.L.3.1I

CCSS.L.7.1B