QUESTION 1

Which of the following is NOT a qualifier or clutter word?

	a.	Certainly.
	b.	It seems.
	c.	Very.
	d.	Technology
	e.	Actually.

1 points

QUESTION 2

In a technical document, avoid...

	a.	Noun stacking.
	b.	the active voice.
	c.	direct address.
	d.	conciseness.
	e.	none of these.

1 points

QUESTION 3

Which of the following is NOT an example of jargon or cliche?

	a.	In the final analysis.
	b.	Formulate a business paradigm modality.
	c.	Timewise.
	d.	In the grand scheme of things.
	e.	Business plan.

1 points

QUESTION 4

Generally, you should AVOID...

	a.	analogies.
	b.	euphemisms.
	c.	the active voice.
	d.	fluent expression.
	e.	direct writing.

1 points

QUESTION 5

In its style features an efficient sentence is clear, concise, and...

	a.	entertaining.
	b.	arguable.
	c.	fluent.
	d.	prosaic.
	e.	harmonious.

1 points

QUESTION 6

Redundancy, needless repetition, and clutter words primarily harm a sentence's...

	a.	syntax.
	b.	length.
	c.	rhythm.
	d.	concision.
	e.	grammaticality.

1 points

QUESTION 7

For most workplace documents, choose a tone that is...

	a.	ecstatic.
	b.	complex.
	c.	conversational.
	d.	didactic.
	e.	prosaic.

1 points

QUESTION 8

Prefer the passive voice...

	a.	in a personal narrative.
	b.	when trying to accept blame.
	c.	in giving instructions.
	d.	in a job application.
	e.	to avoid blaming someone.

1 points

QUESTION 9

Achieve conciseness by...

	a.	using negative constructions.
	b.	adding multiple prepositions.
	c.	by replacing phrases with precise word choice.
	d.	using passive constructions.
	e.	none of the above.

1 points

QUESTION 10

What is the best way to communicate an important idea?

		Use passive voice.
		Insert the important idea into the "dependent clause."
		Write a short sentence.
		Write several coordinating and subordinating sentences.