Common Writing Problems and Solutions

This tutorial covers methods to improve sentence clarity by addressing three common writing issues: vague pronouns, unnecessary words, and passive voice. It provides examples and solutions for each problem, emphasizing the importance of precise language and active sentence structures. The tutorial concludes with practical editing tips to enhance clarity and readability.

What are the three common problems in writing discussed in the tutorial?

• Spelling errors, unclear pronouns, passive voice

• Unclear pronouns, unnecessary words, passive voice

• Unclear pronouns, spelling errors, unnecessary words

• Unnecessary words, spelling errors, passive voice

Which of the following is NOT a common problem in writing discussed in the tutorial?

• Unclear pronouns

• Passive voice

• Complex sentence structure

• Unnecessary words

Which of the following is NOT a common problem in writing discussed in the tutorial?

• Unclear pronouns

• Passive voice

• Unnecessary words

• Complex sentence structure

Which phrase is NOT considered a vague pronoun?

• There are

• It is

• They are

• This is

What is the issue with the pronoun 'it' in the sentence 'It is good'?

• It is vague and does not refer to a specific noun

• It is grammatically incorrect

• It is redundant

• It is too specific

Which of the following is NOT a vague pronoun?

• There

• It

• This

• They

What is the issue with the pronoun 'it' in the sentence 'It is good'?

• It is grammatically incorrect

• It is vague and does not refer to a specific noun

• It is redundant

• It is too specific

Why is the phrase 'a good thing' considered vague?

• It uses too many words

• It is not specific or precise

• It is a passive phrase

• It is grammatically incorrect

What is the problem with using the word 'something' twice in a sentence?

• It creates unnecessary repetition

• It is too specific

• It is grammatically incorrect

• It makes the sentence too long

What is the main issue with the phrase 'a good thing'?

• It is too long

• It is redundant

• It is vague and not specific

• It is grammatically incorrect