Question 1

A compound sentence contains one main thought (independent clause)and one or more subordinate thoughts (dependent clauses).

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 2

When you want to emphasize a subordinate idea in a complex or compound-complex sentence,where should the dependent clause be placed?

Accepted Answer

A) After the main idea as its own simple sentence 
B) Between two simple sentences 
C) At the beginning or at the end of the sentence 
D) In the middle of the main idea 
E) In the middle of the sentence 
A) After the main idea as its own simple sentence 
B) Between two simple sentences 
C) At the beginning or at the end of the sentence 
D) In the middle of the main idea 
E) In the middle of the sentence

Question 3

"Although our servers are stable,the telephone system is a serious concern" is a

Accepted Answer

A) simple sentence. 
B) compound sentence. 
C) complex sentence. 
D) compound-complex sentence. 
A) simple sentence. 
B) compound sentence. 
C) complex sentence. 
D) compound-complex sentence.

Question 4

Which of the following is one of the roles of support sentences within a paragraph?

Accepted Answer

A) To provide a summary of the main ideas 
B) To eliminate transitions to the next topic sentence 
C) To vary sentence length within the paragraph 
D) To provide enough details to make the topic clear 
E) To replace the topic sentence 
A) To provide a summary of the main ideas 
B) To eliminate transitions to the next topic sentence 
C) To vary sentence length within the paragraph 
D) To provide enough details to make the topic clear 
E) To replace the topic sentence

Question 5

Which of the following is one way good communicators can eliminate the use of potentially biased language?

Accepted Answer

A) Only use biased language when identifying stereotypes 
B) Avoid biased language only when it indicates prejudice 
C) Use bias language to reinforce the "you" attitude 
D) Correct one area of bias at a time 
E) Change biased language to neutral language 
A) Only use biased language when identifying stereotypes 
B) Avoid biased language only when it indicates prejudice 
C) Use bias language to reinforce the "you" attitude 
D) Correct one area of bias at a time 
E) Change biased language to neutral language

Question 6

Define bias-free language.

Accepted Answer

Bias-free language avoids words and phra

Question 7

Which structure should message organization take if a message will be viewed on a mobile device?

Accepted Answer

A) Indirect 
B) Linear 
C) Diffuse 
D) Focused 
E) Elliptical 
A) Indirect 
B) Linear 
C) Diffuse 
D) Focused 
E) Elliptical

Question 8

When writing an email message likely to be viewed on mobile devices,how long should the subject line be?

Accepted Answer

A) The subject should be left blank 
B) Long enough to wrap around multiple lines 
C) Two words 
D) A short paragraph 
E) No more than 25 characters or so 
A) The subject should be left blank 
B) Long enough to wrap around multiple lines 
C) Two words 
D) A short paragraph 
E) No more than 25 characters or so

Question 9

To establish credibility with your audience,you should

Accepted Answer

A) impress them with a long list of your accomplishments. 
B) be modest and deferential. 
C) show that you are confident and that you believe in yourself and in your message. 
D) use hedging words ("maybe," "perhaps")to demonstrate you're willing to tell your audience what they want to hear. 
A) impress them with a long list of your accomplishments. 
B) be modest and deferential. 
C) show that you are confident and that you believe in yourself and in your message. 
D) use hedging words ("maybe," "perhaps")to demonstrate you're willing to tell your audience what they want to hear.

Question 10

In addition to strong communication skills,what is needed to be a credible communicator?

Accepted Answer

A) Good news 
B) Persuasive techniques 
C) Support from others 
D) High levels of performance 
E) Credentials 
A) Good news 
B) Persuasive techniques 
C) Support from others 
D) High levels of performance 
E) Credentials

Question 11

Identify how to use topic sentences in business writing.

Accepted Answer

An effective paragraph deals with a sing

Question 12

Which of the following is one way to ensure you are supporting the company's image in your communication efforts?

Accepted Answer

A) Follow organizational communication guidelines 
B) Use abbreviations and texting grammar 
C) Have experienced colleagues review all communications you develop 
D) Use the same medium and channel whenever possible 
E) Allow personal preferences to have priority over corporate preferences 
A) Follow organizational communication guidelines 
B) Use abbreviations and texting grammar 
C) Have experienced colleagues review all communications you develop 
D) Use the same medium and channel whenever possible 
E) Allow personal preferences to have priority over corporate preferences

Question 13

Which of the following is used to show how a thought is related to the previous thought?

Accepted Answer

A) Topic sentence 
B) Transition 
C) Jargon 
D) Cliché 
E) Buzzword 
A) Topic sentence 
B) Transition 
C) Jargon 
D) Cliché 
E) Buzzword

Question 14

How can viewing a message on a mobile device affect comprehension?

Accepted Answer

A) Graphics make key points easier to find 
B) Messages are often ignored 
C) Viewers will postpone reading a message until they are at their workspace where notes can be taken 
D) Viewers only read topic sentences 
E) Viewers can easily scroll past key information without noticing it 
A) Graphics make key points easier to find 
B) Messages are often ignored 
C) Viewers will postpone reading a message until they are at their workspace where notes can be taken 
D) Viewers only read topic sentences 
E) Viewers can easily scroll past key information without noticing it

Question 15

Strong support sentences that are clearly related to the general idea being developed help improve which aspect of a paragraph?

Accepted Answer

A) Its unity 
B) Its length 
C) Its conversational tone 
D) Its business sense 
E) Its transmissibility 
A) Its unity 
B) Its length 
C) Its conversational tone 
D) Its business sense 
E) Its transmissibility

Question 16

A complex sentence consists of

Accepted Answer

A) two independent clauses joined by a coordinating conjunction. 
B) a single subject and a single predicate plus any modifying phrases. 
C) two or more independent clauses along with all modifying phrases. 
D) one main thought and one or more subordinate thoughts. 
A) two independent clauses joined by a coordinating conjunction. 
B) a single subject and a single predicate plus any modifying phrases. 
C) two or more independent clauses along with all modifying phrases. 
D) one main thought and one or more subordinate thoughts.

Question 17

Which of the following is one of the steps in building and fostering a positive business relationship?

Accepted Answer

A) Projecting a unique image 
B) Establishing credibility 
C) Eliminating the "you" attitude 
D) Conveying negative news in a realistic manner 
E) Using euphemisms to avoid ever saying anything negative 
A) Projecting a unique image 
B) Establishing credibility 
C) Eliminating the "you" attitude 
D) Conveying negative news in a realistic manner 
E) Using euphemisms to avoid ever saying anything negative

Question 18

Which of the following is the correct structure of a compound-complex sentence?

Accepted Answer

A) One main clause with two subordinate clauses 
B) One main clause and one subordinate clause 
C) One main clause 
D) Two main clauses 
E) Two main clauses with at least one subordinate clause 
A) One main clause with two subordinate clauses 
B) One main clause and one subordinate clause 
C) One main clause 
D) Two main clauses 
E) Two main clauses with at least one subordinate clause

Question 19

Why is it important to use plain language in business writing,especially when writing to non-native English speakers?

Accepted Answer

An important aspect of creating a conver

Question 20

Which of the following is one way using plain language in writing can help save the organization money while increasing productivity?

Accepted Answer

A) The message supports all user needs 
B) The message does not require a translation from an active to passive voice 
C) International audiences are more likely to do business with you 
D) The message is easier to understand 
E) Messages include more detail 
A) The message supports all user needs 
B) The message does not require a translation from an active to passive voice 
C) International audiences are more likely to do business with you 
D) The message is easier to understand 
E) Messages include more detail

A compound sentence contains one main thought (independent clause)and one or more subordinate thoughts (dependent clauses).

When you want to emphasize a subordinate idea in a complex or compound-complex sentence,where should the dependent clause be placed?

"Although our servers are stable,the telephone system is a serious concern" is a

Which of the following is one of the roles of support sentences within a paragraph?

Which of the following is one way good communicators can eliminate the use of potentially biased language?

Define bias-free language.

Which structure should message organization take if a message will be viewed on a mobile device?

When writing an email message likely to be viewed on mobile devices,how long should the subject line be?

To establish credibility with your audience,you should

In addition to strong communication skills,what is needed to be a credible communicator?

Identify how to use topic sentences in business writing.

Which of the following is one way to ensure you are supporting the company's image in your communication efforts?

Which of the following is used to show how a thought is related to the previous thought?

How can viewing a message on a mobile device affect comprehension?

Strong support sentences that are clearly related to the general idea being developed help improve which aspect of a paragraph?

A complex sentence consists of

Which of the following is one of the steps in building and fostering a positive business relationship?

Which of the following is the correct structure of a compound-complex sentence?

Why is it important to use plain language in business writing,especially when writing to non-native English speakers?

Which of the following is one way using plain language in writing can help save the organization money while increasing productivity?

Understanding the Foundations of Business Communications

Collaboration,Interpersonal Communication,and Business Etiquette

Communication Challenges in a Diverse,Global Marketplace

Planning Business Messages

Completing Business Messages

Digital Media

Social Media

Visual Media

Writing Routine and Positive Messages

Writing Negative Messages

Writing Persuasive Messages

Finding,Evaluating,and Processing Information

Planning Reports and Proposals

Writing and Completing Reports and Proposals

Developing Presentations in a Social Media Environment

Enhancing Presentations with Slides and Other Visuals

Building Careers and Writing Résumés

Applying and Interviewing for Employment

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Exam 5: Writing Business Messages

A compound sentence contains one main thought (independent clause)and one or more subordinate thoughts (dependent clauses).

When you want to emphasize a subordinate idea in a complex or compound-complex sentence,where should the dependent clause be placed?

"Although our servers are stable,the telephone system is a serious concern" is a

Which of the following is one of the roles of support sentences within a paragraph?

Which of the following is one way good communicators can eliminate the use of potentially biased language?

Define bias-free language.

Which structure should message organization take if a message will be viewed on a mobile device?

When writing an email message likely to be viewed on mobile devices,how long should the subject line be?

To establish credibility with your audience,you should

In addition to strong communication skills,what is needed to be a credible communicator?

Identify how to use topic sentences in business writing.

Which of the following is one way to ensure you are supporting the company's image in your communication efforts?

Which of the following is used to show how a thought is related to the previous thought?

How can viewing a message on a mobile device affect comprehension?

Strong support sentences that are clearly related to the general idea being developed help improve which aspect of a paragraph?

A complex sentence consists of

Which of the following is one of the steps in building and fostering a positive business relationship?

Which of the following is the correct structure of a compound-complex sentence?

Why is it important to use plain language in business writing,especially when writing to non-native English speakers?

Which of the following is one way using plain language in writing can help save the organization money while increasing productivity?

Understanding the Foundations of Business Communications

Collaboration,Interpersonal Communication,and Business Etiquette

Communication Challenges in a Diverse,Global Marketplace

Planning Business Messages

Completing Business Messages

Digital Media

Social Media

Visual Media

Writing Routine and Positive Messages

Writing Negative Messages

Writing Persuasive Messages

Finding,Evaluating,and Processing Information

Planning Reports and Proposals

Writing and Completing Reports and Proposals

Developing Presentations in a Social Media Environment

Enhancing Presentations with Slides and Other Visuals

Building Careers and Writing Résumés

Applying and Interviewing for Employment

Filters