Question 1

Which of these questions is NOT likely to help you revise your document?

Accepted Answer

A)  Have I included all the elements my readers expect to see? 
B)  Have I left out anything in turning my outline into a draft? 
C)  Have I kept the project within the available budget? 
D)  Is the document persuasive? 
A)  Have I included all the elements my readers expect to see? 
B)  Have I left out anything in turning my outline into a draft? 
C)  Have I kept the project within the available budget? 
D)  Is the document persuasive?

Question 2

One disadvantage of using the Styles feature of a word processor is that you cannot create new styles.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 3

how much time can someone expect to spend planning a writing project?

Accepted Answer

A)  more than one-third of the total time spent on the writing project 
B)  one hour for every ten pages 
C)  about one-tenth of the total time spent on the writing project 
D)  as little as possible 
A)  more than one-third of the total time spent on the writing project 
B)  one hour for every ten pages 
C)  about one-tenth of the total time spent on the writing project 
D)  as little as possible

Question 4

Identify one of the strategies listed in Chapter 3 for acknowledging reviewers who contributed significant feedback on your document.

Accepted Answer

Strategies for acknowledging reviewers i

Question 5

You should choose the method of delivering your document after the document is complete.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 6

Chapter 3 lists eight steps that are often involved in planning a document. One is generating ideas about your subject. What are two other steps listed in Chapter 3?

Accepted Answer

The other seven steps are analyzing your

Question 7

Proofreading should precede the editing process.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 8

Which of these is not an effective technique for generating ideas about your subject?

Accepted Answer

A)  creating a cluster diagram 
B)  creating a branching diagram 
C)  freewriting 
D)  creating an index 
A)  creating a cluster diagram 
B)  creating a branching diagram 
C)  freewriting 
D)  creating an index

Question 9

today's composition tools cannot help you do which of the following?

Accepted Answer

A)  convert text into infographics 
B)  cite and keep track of numerous research sources 
C)  translate text 
D)  convert handwriting into text 
A)  convert text into infographics 
B)  cite and keep track of numerous research sources 
C)  translate text 
D)  convert handwriting into text

Question 10

If you don't know whether to write too, two, or to, you should trust the spell-checker to help you decide.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 11

Why is it important to plan your document before you start drafting it?

Accepted Answer

A)  Planning can make the writing process more efficient. 
B)  Planning can make your final document more effective at fulfilling its purpose. 
C)  Planning can help you create a realistic schedule. 
D)  All responses are correct. 
A)  Planning can make the writing process more efficient. 
B)  Planning can make your final document more effective at fulfilling its purpose. 
C)  Planning can help you create a realistic schedule. 
D)  All responses are correct.

Question 12

Chapter 3 describes the writing process as a series of stages. One stage is drafting. What are the other stages discussed in Chapter 3?

Accepted Answer

The other stages are

Question 13

Editing your documents is a way to show respect to your audience.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 14

Chapter 3 discusses three questions about audience to consider during the planning stage of the writing process. One is "What are your reader's attitudes and expectations?" What is another question about your audience that you should consider?

Accepted Answer

The other two questions are "W

Question 15

Which of the options below is NOT one that Chapter 3 lists as a reason a writer should think during the planning stage about which is the best writing tool available?

Accepted Answer

A)  because there has been a rapid increase in the number of composition tools available to writers 
B)  because certain composition tools are designed for those working in particular locations and devices 
C)  because certain composition tools contain advanced editing technologies that cut down on the need to proofread 
D)  because certain composition tools are designed for those writing collaboratively 
A)  because there has been a rapid increase in the number of composition tools available to writers 
B)  because certain composition tools are designed for those working in particular locations and devices 
C)  because certain composition tools contain advanced editing technologies that cut down on the need to proofread 
D)  because certain composition tools are designed for those writing collaboratively

Question 16

Styles are preformatted designs for different kinds of documents, such as business letters, memos, newsletters, and reports.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 17

Why should you save proofreading until the end of your project instead of proofreading as you are drafting?

Accepted Answer

A)  Studies show that writers can effectively increase their focus as they approach the end of a long, tiring project. 
B)  When you are drafting, everything you write is subject to being revised, moved, or even deleted. 
C)  Proofreading is the most efficient way of working through the writing process. 
D)  None of the responses are correct. 
A)  Studies show that writers can effectively increase their focus as they approach the end of a long, tiring project. 
B)  When you are drafting, everything you write is subject to being revised, moved, or even deleted. 
C)  Proofreading is the most efficient way of working through the writing process. 
D)  None of the responses are correct.

Question 18

The outline view is a word-processing feature that suggests how you ought to outline common types of documents such as letters and memos.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 19

In editing and proofreading a document, a writer should NOT do which of the following?

Accepted Answer

A)  Consider the diction (word choice) in individual sentences. 
B)  Give the document to the eventual reader and ask if he or she understands it. 
C)  Check for problems with mechanics, such as the use of numbers and abbreviations. 
D)  Reread the draft out loud. 
A)  Consider the diction (word choice) in individual sentences. 
B)  Give the document to the eventual reader and ask if he or she understands it. 
C)  Check for problems with mechanics, such as the use of numbers and abbreviations. 
D)  Reread the draft out loud.

Question 20

When revising documents for technical communication, you should ask two kinds of people for help. One type is subject-matter experts. What is the other one?

Accepted Answer

Actual users of your

Exam 3: Writing Technical Documents

Which of these questions is NOT likely to help you revise your document?

One disadvantage of using the Styles feature of a word processor is that you cannot create new styles.

how much time can someone expect to spend planning a writing project?

Identify one of the strategies listed in Chapter 3 for acknowledging reviewers who contributed significant feedback on your document.

You should choose the method of delivering your document after the document is complete.

Chapter 3 lists eight steps that are often involved in planning a document. One is generating ideas about your subject. What are two other steps listed in Chapter 3?

Proofreading should precede the editing process.

Which of these is not an effective technique for generating ideas about your subject?

today's composition tools cannot help you do which of the following?

If you don't know whether to write too, two, or to, you should trust the spell-checker to help you decide.

Why is it important to plan your document before you start drafting it?

Chapter 3 describes the writing process as a series of stages. One stage is drafting. What are the other stages discussed in Chapter 3?

Editing your documents is a way to show respect to your audience.

Chapter 3 discusses three questions about audience to consider during the planning stage of the writing process. One is "What are your reader's attitudes and expectations?" What is another question about your audience that you should consider?

Which of the options below is NOT one that Chapter 3 lists as a reason a writer should think during the planning stage about which is the best writing tool available?

Styles are preformatted designs for different kinds of documents, such as business letters, memos, newsletters, and reports.

Why should you save proofreading until the end of your project instead of proofreading as you are drafting?

The outline view is a word-processing feature that suggests how you ought to outline common types of documents such as letters and memos.

In editing and proofreading a document, a writer should NOT do which of the following?

When revising documents for technical communication, you should ask two kinds of people for help. One type is subject-matter experts. What is the other one?

Introduction to Technical Communication

Understanding Ethical and Legal Considerations

Writing Collaboratively

Analyzing Your Audience and Purpose

Researching Your Subject

Organizing Your Information

Communicating Persuasively

Emphasizing Important Information

Writing Correct and Effective Sentences

Designing Print and Online Documents

Creating Graphics

Reviewing, Evaluating, and Testing Documents and Web Sites

Writing Correspondence

Writing Job-Application Materials

Writing Proposals

Writing Informational Reports

Writing Recommendation Reports

Writing Lab Reports

Writing Definitions, Descriptions, and Instructions

Making Oral Presentations

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