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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 are the two components of the original Roget's Thesaurus?
(a) A list of synonyms and their definitions with pictures on one side.
(b) Antonyms with very in depth definitions.
(c) A dictionary listing of words, and a numberd section with synonyms arranged in broad concepts.
(d) A dictionary of antonyms, and one of synonyms.

2. How does a writer become better at his craft?
(a) By taking initiative to improve every day.
(b) By avoiding trashy novels.
(c) By reading everything.
(d) By taking a writing class.

3. What could cause a writer to write unclear?
(a) Not having brainstormed enough.
(b) Not having enough experience.
(c) Not knowing what they want to say.
(d) Not taking any writing classes.

4. What is an example of a hit book that was rejected several times?
(a) Harry Potter.
(b) Pride and Prejudice.
(c) Jurassic Park.
(d) Eleven on Top.

5. What is the biggest mistake a writer can make when creating sentences?
(a) Packing in too much information into one sentence.
(b) Not creating sentences that readers want to read.
(c) Not reading their sentences aloud.
(d) Overediting sentences.

Short Answer Questions

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

2. What is a common problem with nonfiction writers?

3. Why is it so hard to write about places?

4. What is an example of a dead language?

5. A musician must practice scales, and a writer must practice ______________.

(see the answer key)

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