BCOM2911 Chapter 8: Writing Routine Requests & Positive Messages
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What is the main purpose of a condolence message?

  • To inform the audience about the misfortune
  • To provide financial assistance to the affected individual
  • To express anger and frustration about the misfortune
  • To let the audience know that the sender cares about their loss (correct)
  • When is a message of condolence typically sent?

  • Only for close family members and friends
  • During celebrations and happy occasions
  • During illnesses, deaths, natural disasters, or other misfortunes (correct)
  • Only for deaths and natural disasters
  • What should you avoid when writing a condolence message?

  • Using clichés and overused phrases (correct)
  • Using your own words
  • Expressing brief sympathy
  • Mentioning the deceased's special qualities
  • Why is it challenging to write a condolence message?

    <p>Because it deals with misfortune</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What should you include when expressing sympathy for someone who has passed away?

    <p>Their special qualities</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What tone should a condolence message convey?

    <p>Compassion and understanding</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Why is it essential to write a condolence message in your own words?

    <p>To make it more sincere and personalized</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the main difference between a condolence message and a sympathy message?

    <p>There is no difference, they are interchangeable terms</p> Signup and view all the answers

    When expressing sympathy, what should you avoid saying?

    <p>I know how you feel</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What should you keep in mind when writing a condolence message for an organization?

    <p>Write it in the name of the organization</p> Signup and view all the answers

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