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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Part I: Chapter 6 Words.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. Does Zissner believe in the journalism model for good writing?
(a) No, journalism is dead and the writing is poor.
(b) Yes, it is efficient and catchy.
(c) No because journalists use cheap words and buzz words.
(d) Yes, it saves space and uses modern words.

2. Why does the doctor write?
(a) He writes for fun.
(b) He writes to make extra money.
(c) He writes because he hates being a surgeon.
(d) He is writing a book.

3. What are the best aspects of a good story?
(a) Good research.
(b) Clarity.
(c) Clarity and writing skill.
(d) Writing skill.

4. Who is the real audience in a piece of writing?
(a) The reader.
(b) The editor.
(c) Both the editor and author.
(d) The author.

5. Can good writing be taught?
(a) Only good students can learn good writing.
(b) It cannot, but it can be learned.
(c) Only good teachers can teach good writing.
(d) Of course it can.

Short Answer Questions

1. Which is the simplest sentence?

2. What is another example of when a person HAS to read bad writing?

3. What is an example of a time when bad writing HAS to be read?

4. What does Zinsser do before submitting a piece of writing?

5. What tense does Zissner recommend when starting a new piece?

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