73) To relate one thought to another, what writing technique should be used?
A) Topic sentences
B) Unified paragraphs
C) Transitions
D) Complex sentences
E) Bullet points
74) Which of the following is the least effective way to incorporate a transition?
A) Use words that are frequently paired.
B) Echo a word or phrase from a previous paragraph.
C) Use a pronoun that refers to a precious noun.
D) Begin a new paragraph.
E) Use connecting words.
75) Words such as “similarly,” “likewise” and “still” indicate what type of transition?
A) Additional detail
B) Comparison
C) Cause and effect
D) Illustration
E) Condition
76) When showing how a general idea is broken into specific categories, how should a paragraph
be developed?
A) Using problem and solution
B) Using classification
C) Using cause and effect
D) Using comparison or contrast
E) Using illustration
77) What technique for paragraph development focuses on the reasons for something?
A) Problem and solution
B) Classification
C) Cause and effect
D) Comparison or contrast
E) Illustration
78) Which of the following is an advantage of using transitions?
A) Transitions allow for simple sentences.
B) Transitions represent common ties in unrelated thoughts.
C) Transitions allow the reader to follow point by point.
D) Transitions result in shorter paragraphs.
E) Transitions make the writing more detailed and professional.
79) A transition that indicates a time sequence would use which of the following choices?
A) That is, as I mentioned earlier
B) After, when, meanwhile
C) In this case, for instance
D) Yet, conversely, nevertheless
E) Because, accordingly, as a result
80) A paragraph that uses examples or demonstrates a main idea uses what technique for
paragraph development?
A) Illustration
B) Comparison or contrast
C) Cause and effect
D) Classification
E) Problem and solution
81) Unified paragraphs present ideas in a logically connected way.
82) Transitions can be developed using illustration, cause and effect or problem and solution.
83) A well written paragraph will contain a variety of topics.
84) Discuss key elements to consider when organizing a coherent paragraph.
85) Identify the five ways to develop paragraphs and discuss when each method would be most
beneficial.
86) Which of the following will not improve readability of a message on a mobile device?
A) Linear organization
B) Only including priority information
C) More detailed levels of information
D) Shorter subject lines
E) Shorter paragraphs
87) Using linear organization in writing allows which of the following benefits to readers on
mobile devices?
A) Information flows from top to bottom to simplify reading.
B) The most important information is first followed by additional layers of detail.
C) An executive summary is offered with more detail available on a PC.
D) Embedded links to additional information if desired
E) Less intimidating paragraphs
88) Using an inverted pyramid allows a writer to take advantage of what mobile message writing
technique?
A) Using linear organization
B) Prioritizing information
C) Writing shorter and more-focused documents
D) Using shorter subject lines
E) Using shorter paragraphs
89) When writing for mobile devices, what arrangement of ideas is easier for the audience?
A) Passive
B) Classification
C) Direct
D) Cause and effect
E) Indirect
90) Identifying the most important information first, then providing successive layers of support,
is referred to as what?
A) Linear organization
B) Inverted pyramid
C) Executive summary
D) Micro-rests
E) Indirect approach
91) When the writer needs to create a lengthy message they know will be read on a mobile
device, which of the following will be most effective for the audience?
A) Linear organization
B) Inverted pyramid
C) Executive summary
D) Micro-rests
E) Indirect approach
92) Which of the following best describes the subject line for a document that will be read on a
mobile device?
A) Unnecessary
B) Shorter
C) More detailed
D) Needed only when the audience isn’t expecting the communication
E) Needed only if the audience does not know the sender
93) Which of the following best describes a micro-rest?
A) A short document with more extensive information available on a PC
B) A document with short paragraphs
C) A document with embedded links to detailed information
D) A document that uses an inverted pyramid format
E) A document that is sent using an instant messaging function
94) On average, how many characters should be in the subject line when using a mobile device?
A) Subject lines should not be used
B) Less than 10
C) 10 to 20
D) around 25
E) As many as needed to attract the interest of the audience
95) When writing for a mobile device, how should paragraph length be adjusted?
A) There is no need for adjustment—the audience can swipe through screens as needed.
B) There is no need for adjustment—the audience can view the document later on a PC, if
desired.
C) Paragraphs should be used sparingly—bullet points are easier to read and identify on a mobile
device.
D) Paragraphs should be shorter—the audience should not have to swipe through screens to find
the end of the paragraph.
E) Paragraphs should be longer—each paragraph must contain enough detail for the audience to
fully understand the message.
96) When writing for mobile devices, the design and layout of the message should be modified.
97) Because of the small screen size, messages designed to be read on mobile devices should
include specific and detailed information.
98) Discuss changes to the format of a communication when the writer knows the
communication will be read on a mobile device.
99) Discuss why micro-rests are important when creating a document for a mobile device.
100) Discuss how the use of linear organization helps to make a mobile message more effective.