Sentence Structure Quiz: Varying Sentence Length

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What is the main guideline for modern business and technical writing?

Use passive voice

Use active voice (correct)

Use both passive and active voice

Avoid using pronouns

Which type of language introduces bias based on gender?

Sexist language (correct)

Technical language

Formal language

Passive language

What is an effective way to avoid personal pronouns altogether?

Avoid writing altogether

Use plural pronouns (correct)

Use both masculine and feminine pronouns

Use passive voice

Which technique provides linguistic flexibility for using masculine and feminine pronouns in a generic fashion?

Alternating masculine and feminine pronouns Signup and view all the answers

What is a solution to include pronouns for both genders in writing?

Use 'He or She' type forms Signup and view all the answers

Which is an example of non-sexist language from the text?

All geologists should submit their time sheets Signup and view all the answers

What was the reason for rescheduling Jim Steinway's interview according to the revised version of the text?

Bad weather delayed his plane departure. Signup and view all the answers

How does the revised version suggest improving sentence structure?

By varying the length of sentences Signup and view all the answers

What is the purpose of replacing abstract nouns with verbs as mentioned in the text?

To shorten and simplify sentences Signup and view all the answers

Which wordy phrase substitution is recommended in the text?

Acquisition took place yesterday Signup and view all the answers

Why does the text suggest using strong verbs instead of abstract nouns?

To simplify and shorten sentences Signup and view all the answers

What is a recommended strategy for sentence structure based on the text?

Utilizing short, emphatic sentences for main ideas Signup and view all the answers

What is a characteristic of a simple sentence?

Contains exactly one main clause Signup and view all the answers

In a compound complex sentence, how many main clauses are present?

Two Signup and view all the answers

What type of sentence includes one main clause and at least one dependent clause?

Complex sentence Signup and view all the answers

Why should the main point be placed near the beginning of a text?

To provide clarity and focus Signup and view all the answers

What is the main defining aspect of a writer's style?

Word order Signup and view all the answers

Which type of clause relies on another part of the sentence for its meaning?

Dependent Clause Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following is an example of a formal tone?

Memo to employees about layoffs Signup and view all the answers

What is the difference between the original and revised sentences provided?

'After' was replaced with 'Before' and 'it was decided' was replaced with 'decided' Signup and view all the answers

In the writing context, what does an enthusiastic tone typically aim to achieve?

Persuading the reader Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following statements about phrases is true?

Consist of either a subject or a verb, but not both Signup and view all the answers

Which type of tone is most suitable for a formal proposal to win a contract?

Authoritative Signup and view all the answers

What does style in writing primarily stem from?

Word choice decisions Signup and view all the answers

What is the purpose of replacing long words with short ones in writing?

To make the writing more concise Signup and view all the answers

Why should writers avoid clichés in their writing?

Clichés make the writing more repetitive. Signup and view all the answers

What is the stylistic flaw known as 'circumlocution' in writing?

Writing indirectly and talking around a topic Signup and view all the answers

Why should writers avoid using 'There are' and 'It is' constructions in their writing?

They are vague and lack specificity. Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following terms can be used interchangeably with 'commence' based on the text?

Start Signup and view all the answers

What is the main reason for making writing more direct by reading it aloud?

To identify wordiness and circumlocution Signup and view all the answers