For each of the following sentences, circle (1) or (2).

Be prepared to justify your choice.

e. Which sentence places more emphasis on the seminar?

1.                   An executive training seminar that starts June 1 will include four candidates. 

2.                   Four candidates will be able to participate in an execu- tive training seminar that we feel will provide a valuable learning experience. 

f. Which sentence places more emphasis on the date?

1.                   The deadline is April 1 for summer vacation reservations. 

2.                   April 1 is the deadline for summer vacation reservations. 

g. Which is less emphatic?

1.                   One division’s profits increased last quarter. 

2.                   Profits in consumer electronics soared 15 percent last quarter. 

h. Which sentence de-emphasizes the credit refusal?

1.                   We cannot grant you credit at this time, but we welcome your cash business and encourage you to reapply in the future. 

2.                   Although credit cannot be granted at this time, we welcome your cash business and encourage you to reapply in the future. 

i.   Which sentence gives more emphasis to leadership?

1.                   She has many admirable qualities, but most important is her leadership skill. 

2.                   She has many admirable qualities, including leadership skills, good judgment, and patience. 

j. Which is more emphatic?

1.                   We notified three departments: (1) Marketing, (2) Accounting, and (3) Distribution. 

2.                   We notified the following departments: a. Marketing b. Accounting c. Distribution