1. Which sentence displays a confident writing style?
A I hope that my explanations make sense to you
B To take advantage of this special offer, call our toll-free number
C If you have any further problems, please don't hesitate to call me
D Why not order the new exercise equipment today?
E If you agree with my proposal, please let me know
2 A platitude is
A A transitional expression that connects ideas in logical fashion
B A trite or obvious statement that implies a condescending attitude
C A paragraph that lacks both parallel structure and unity
D A series of short, simple sentences that explain a single idea
E An overconfident statement that implies arrogance
3 You should avoid focusing attention on the reader when you
A Must refuse the reader's request
B Agree with the reader
C Are pointing out reader benefits
D Use the word "you" more than once
E Know the reader has a significant impairment
4 When proofreading, you should look for these hard-to-spot errors
A Misused words that the spell checker won't flag
B Repeated or omitted words
C Proper names
D Titles and headings
E All of the choices
5 Which of the following correctly describes the use of brainstorming?
A Strive for quantity of ideas, not quality of ideas
B Evaluate your output before you list your ideas
C Organize the ideas into categories as soon as possible
D Refine, delete, and combine ideas at the start
E Arrange every idea in its proper sequence