Writing and Editing Style and Clarity 2

Question 1

What is the best way to improve readability in a long paragraph?

Accepted Answer

Break it into shorter paragraphs, each focused on one idea.

Answer

Add more adjectives and adverbs.

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Remove all transitional phrases.

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Replace all sentences with bullet points.

Question 2

Which sentence is an example of jargon that should be simplified for a general audience?

Accepted Answer

We need to synergize our core competencies going forward.

Answer

Please review the attached document.

Answer

The meeting is on Thursday.

Answer

Please edit the first draft.

Question 3

Which sentence demonstrates the best use of an active voice for strong, direct writing?

Accepted Answer

The proofreader found errors in the report.

Answer

Errors were found in the report by the proofreader.

Answer

Errors in the report were being found.

Answer

The report had errors found in it.

Question 4

What is a 'thesis statement' in expository writing?

Accepted Answer

The central argument or main point the writing will support

Answer

The final sentence of an essay

Answer

A one-sentence summary of the entire document

Answer

A transition between paragraphs

Question 5

Which transition word best signals a contrasting idea?

Accepted Answer

However

Answer

Furthermore

Answer

Therefore

Answer

Additionally

Question 6

Which sentence best demonstrates conciseness?

Accepted Answer

We are reviewing the draft.

Answer

At this point in time, we are currently in the process of reviewing the draft.

Answer

We are currently reviewing the draft at this time.

Answer

At this time we are in the process of reviewing.