Busad 106 - Written Business Communication » Spring 2022 » Chapter 03 Quiz

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Question #1
Collecting information before composing a message is important primarily because doing so __________.
A.   guarantees unified sentences and coherent paragraphs
B.   eliminates the need for any revision
C.   helps shape the message
D.   determines the format and layout
Question #2
Most routine writing tasks, such as composing e-mail messages or informational reports, require information that you can collect __________.
A.   formally
B.   scientifically
C.   informally
D.   supernaturally
Question #3
Brittany is preparing a market analysis for her business plan and knows she will have to conduct formal research to gather the information she needs. To conduct formal research, she should __________.
A.   brainstorm for ideas
B.   conduct interviews and surveys or organize a focus group
C.   look in her company's files
D.   talk with her boss
Question #4
According to experts, what is the greatest failing of business writers?
A.   Limited vocabulary
B.   Poor editing and proofreading skills
C.   Unclear sentence structure
D.   Poor organization
Question #5
Which of the following is not an advantage of frontloading?
A.   Saves the reader's time
B.   Sets a proper frame of mind
C.   Reduces frustration
D.   Eliminates the need for researching
Question #6
Business Manager HeatherGuite expects her employees to be displeased or even hostile when she announces a new work schedule that will become effective next month. An effective organizational strategy for Heather is to __________.
A.   begin with the main idea
B.   put the bad news first
C.   get to the main idea quickly by frontloading
D.   explain all background information first
Question #7
Which of the following is a compound sentence?
A.   We know that you'll want to receive the early-bird pricing; therefore, please register for the conference by October 15.
B.   Although the deadline is October 15, there is still time to register; however, you must do so online.
C.   If you want to attend the conference, register by October 15.
D.   Register for the conference by October 15 so that you can receive a special discount.
Question #8
Gina will graduate from Tulane University in July, her brother will graduate from Arizona State University in December is an example of a __________.
A.   comma splice
B.   run-on sentence
C.   complete sentence
D.   fragmented sentence
Question #9
Many job applicants post their résumés on company websites some post on social networking sites such as LinkedIn is an example of a __________.
A.   run-on sentence
B.   comma splice
C.   complete sentence
D.   fragmented sentence
Question #10
Which of the following sentences de-emphasizes the bad news?
A.   Because of our educational benefits policy, you may not receive funds for tuition costs.
B.   Although you can attend class during work hours, the company cannot reimburse you for tuition costs.
C.   Because we pay only for in-house classes and workshops, you will not receive company funds for tuition costs.
D.   Although the company cannot reimburse you for tuition costs, you may attend class during work hours.
Question #11
Business writers prefer the active voice because in active-voice sentences the __________.
A.   doer of an action is concealed
B.   subject is the doer of the action
C.   subject is the recipient of the action
D.   bad news is de-emphasized
Question #12
Which of the following sentences does not contain a dangling or misplaced modifier?
A.   To meet the deadline, the budget figures must be sent before Monday.
B.   To apply for financial aid, send in your application by January 1.
C.   Skilled at graphic design, the contract was won by InfoWorks.
D.   The world's oldest hotel is just one of the historic buildings you can see strolling about beach.
Question #13
To build paragraph coherence, __________.
A.   limit the repetition of key ideas
B.   avoid the use of pronouns
C.   incorporate transitional expressions that connect your ideas
D.   keep your paragraphs short by eliminating supporting sentences
Question #14
An effective paragraph __________.
A.   focuses on a single main idea
B.   develops multiple ideas to add length and substance
C.   eliminates any supporting sentences for concise writing
D.   uses sentences written in only the active voice
Question #15
Paragraphs with __________ or fewer lines look inviting and readable.
A.   five
B.   three
C.   six
D.   eight
Question #16
Phase 2 of the 3-x-3 writing process involves analyzing your purpose, anticipating your audience, and adapting your message to the audience.
A.   False
B.   True
Question #17
Human Resources Manager Isaac Bauer is researching case studies as he prepares an employee wellness workshop. An effective method of formal research is to search print and online journal articles.
A.   False
B.   True
Question #18
Well-organized messages group similar items together.
A.   True
B.   False
Question #19
The direct organizational strategy works well with three kinds of messages: bad news, ideas that require persuasion, and sensitive news.
A.   False
B.   True
Question #20
You should strive to use a variety of sentence types in your writing.
A.   True
B.   False
Question #21
Business writers should strive to keep sentences to 20 words or fewer.
A.   True
B.   False
Question #22
To emphasize a main idea through style, you should use underlining, italicizing, or bolding.
A.   False
B.   True
Question #23
The sentence Business messages should be accurate, concise, and written with clarity demonstrates balanced, or parallel, writing.
A.   True
B.   False
Question #24
A paragraph is unified when it develops a single main idea.
A.   False
B.   True
Question #25
Support sentences must relate to the topic sentence.
A.   False
B.   True

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