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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Part III: Chapter 16 Business Writing: Writing in Your Job.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. What is the transaction in writing?
(a) The bookbuying process.
(b) How much a writer talks about themselves.
(c) How much facts a writer uses.
(d) How much a writer gives of themselves rather than of facts.

2. What are Zissner's feelings about writing?
(a) Writing is a craft that is developed over time.
(b) Writing is difficult, but with the right tools, anyone can do it.
(c) Writing can easily be taught.
(d) Writing is easy and anyone can do it.

3. Why is the above a problem?
(a) Usually the first two or three paragraphs of a piece can be cut.
(b) Writers end up editing too much.
(c) Writers don't put enough effort into their writing.
(d) Writers need to start at the end and work their way up.

4. What do people forget about writing?
(a) It is a gift that only certain people have.
(b) It is a craft and it can be learned.
(c) It is a science that is hard to understand.
(d) It is easy and anyone can do it.

5. Why is nonfiction more popular than fiction?
(a) It is more entertaining since it is true.
(b) Entertainment alternatives makes nonfiction more popular, even if it is a trend.
(c) It isn't more popular, it is just more widespread.
(d) It is what modern editors like to read.

Short Answer Questions

1. What does Zissner use to highlight clutter in his students' writing?

2. What is a major problem of business writing?

3. Which is the simplest sentence?

4. What is the main attitude that writers have today?

5. What is the response previous students have to his style of edits?

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