Written Communication Skills

Which of the following is NOT required for written communication?

• A. Accurate spelling

• B. Accurate punctuation

• C. Elaborate vocabulary

• D. Accurate grammar

When was the wooden block printing press invented?

• A. In 205 A.D.

• B. In 305 A.D.

• C. In 405 A.D.

• D. In 505 A.D.

When was the first book, the Gutenberg Bible, printed?

• A. In 1450

• B. In 1455

• C. In 1475

• D. In 1490

When was the first American dictionary published?

• A. In 1788

• B. In 1793

• C. In 1818

• D. In 1828

When was the first text message sent?

• A. In 1984

• B. In 1988

• C. In 1992

• D. In 1996

What is NOT a basic requirement for a writing assignment?

• A. Due date

• B. Percentage of final grade the assignment will account for

• C. Length requirement

• D. Number of sources needed

What is the best way to determine the purpose or goal of an assignment?

• A. Look for key verbs in the assignment description

• B. Determining who will read the assignment

• C. Knowing the genre of the assignment

• D. Knowing the topic of the assignment

According to the segment, which of the following is NOT a way to plan and prepare for an assignment?

• A. Brainstorming

• B. Strengthening

• C. Editing

• D. Structuring

Should the writer review his writing project during the review step of the writing process?

• A. Yes, but he needs to make sure someone else also reviews it

• B. No, he wrote the project

• C. Yes, he is the only one who knows the content

• D. No one else needs to review it since he is good at grammar and

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