Mastering Effective Writing

What are some principles of effective writing?

What does the text say about clear writing?

What is the main message about writing to inform in the text?

Which of the following is an example of eliminating negatives and using positive constructions instead?

Which of the following is a strong action verb that could replace 'exploded' in the given sentence?

Which of the following is a strong action verb that could replace 'shook' in the given sentence?

Which of the following is an example of reducing dead weight words and phrases?

Which of the following is an example of using strong verbs?

Which of the following is an example of cutting dead weight phrases?

Which of the following is an example of using active voice?

Good writing ______ an idea clearly and effectively.

Good writing is ______ and stylish.

Writing to inform is a ______, not an art.

Reduce dead weight words and phrases: Get rid of jargon and ___________.

Use strong verbs and avoid turning verbs into __________.

Hunt down and cast out all unneeded words that might _________ your reader.

Watch out for the verb 'to be': Often 'there _________' is extra weight.

Compare: 'Loud music came from speakers embedded in the walls, and the entire arena moved as the hungry crowd got to its feet.' With: 'Loud music ______ from speakers embedded in the walls, and the entire arena ______ as the hungry crowd leaped to its feet.'

Use strong verbs and avoid turning verbs into ______

Hunt down and cast out all unneeded words that might ______ your reader

Reduce dead weight words and phrases: Get rid of jargon and ______

Good writing communicates an idea ______ and effectively.

Good writers: ______ something to say.

Clear writing starts with clear ______.

Reduce dead weight words and phrases: Get rid of ______ and repetition

Use strong verbs and avoid turning verbs into ______

Hunt down and cast out all unneeded words that might ______ your reader

In passive-voice sentences, the subject is acted upon; the subject doesn’t ______.

Compare: 'Loud music came from speakers embedded in the walls, and the entire arena moved as the hungry crowd got to its feet.' With: 'Loud music ______ from speakers embedded in the walls, and the entire arena ______ as the hungry crowd leaped to its feet.'

Reduce dead weight words and phrases: Get rid of jargon and ______

Hunt down and cast out all unneeded words that might ______ your reader