Crash Course Business: Soft Skills--writing

What was the primary mode of communication before telegraphs, telephones, or the internet?

• Handwritten letters

• Smoke signals

• Emails

• Text messages

What is essential to make sure your writing is persuasive?

• Writing long paragraphs

• Including as many details as possible

• Understanding the audience's needs

• Using complex language

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CCSS.W.9-10.1

CCSS.W.9-10.1B

CCSS.W.9-10.4

What are the foundations of a persuasive argument according to the text?

• Logos, Ethos, and Pathos

• Facts, Figures, and Fallacies

• Humor, Sarcasm, and Irony

• Syntax, Semantics, and Pragmatics

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CCSS.RI.9-10.1

CCSS.RI.9-10.2

CCSS.RI.9-10.6

CCSS.RI.9-10.8

What does 'Logos' appeal to?

• Authority

• Ethics

• Logic and facts

• Emotion

What type of writing might use Slack for communication?

• Quick workplace messages

• Detailed personal experiences

• Official reports

• External letters to investors

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CCSS.W.9-10.4

What should you emphasize in business writing to save readers' time?

• Key points up front

• Your personal journey

• Every possible detail

• Background history

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CCSS.W.9-10.2

CCSS.W.9-10.4

CCSS.W.9-10.5

How can you make your business writing more persuasive?

• By using uncertain language

• By avoiding the main point

• By including irrelevant information

• By confidently explaining your point

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CCSS.RI.9-10.6

CCSS.RI.9-10.8

CCSS.W.9-10.1

CCSS.W.9-10.1A

CCSS.W.9-10.4

What is NOT recommended when trying to limit your word count but not your impact?

• Avoiding uncertain language

• Jotting down key points before writing

• Burying your lede

• Identifying your argument

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CCSS.W.9-10.4

CCSS.W.9-10.5

What voice is recommended for making business writing more persuasive?

• Second person voice

• Active voice

• First person voice

• Passive voice

What is the importance of conducting an audience analysis according to the text?

• To use more flowery language

• To tailor your message to the audience's critique level

• To include emojis for better understanding

• To make the writing longer and more detailed

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CCSS.W.9-10.2