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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Part I: Chapter 4 Style.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. When can ornamental writing be used as an exception?
(a) When the wrting needs extra fluff.
(b) When the author needs to abide by editors remarks.
(c) When writing evaluations and resumes.
(d) To follow solid writing.

2. What is another example of when a person HAS to read bad writing?
(a) Instruction manuals.
(b) Literature anthologies.
(c) Television captions.
(d) Political Journals.

3. What group of people does the author think has the worst type of writing?
(a) Toddlers.
(b) Teachers.
(c) Musicians.
(d) Politicians.

4. What method of writing does Zissner use?
(a) Cluster writing.
(b) Bold paragraph approach.
(c) New Journalism.
(d) Old Journalism.

5. What does Zissner believe authors are fearful of in their writing?
(a) Writing poorly.
(b) Stating their true opinions, ideas, and judgments.
(c) The reader not relating to them.
(d) Stating where they live.

Short Answer Questions

1. Does the author believe good writing is the result of an inherent talent?

2. What is one of Zissner's biggest pet peeves?

3. What is the problem with American writing?

4. Where should the writer find his or her words?

5. Why do journalists need to perfect uncluttered writing?

(see the answer key)

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