5.1.2 - General Principles of Effective Writing
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Practice Questions
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What is clarity in writing?
💡 Hint: Think about why it's important to avoid ambiguity.
List two transition words.
💡 Hint: Think of words that connect ideas.
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What does clarity in writing imply?
💡 Hint: Consider how a clear message looks.
True or False: Conciseness means being brief.
💡 Hint: Think about how much you can convey in fewer words.
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Write a short paragraph (3-4 sentences) applying the principles of clarity, conciseness, and coherence.
💡 Hint: Focus on avoiding unnecessary words and connecting thoughts clearly.
Identify the grammatical mistakes in the following paragraph: 'The group of friends are planning they’re vacation to the beach.'
💡 Hint: Pay close attention to subject-verb agreement and possessive forms.
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