TECWRI MIDTERM
  • 1. What does "listen with focus" mean according to the text?
A) Listening only to teachers
B) None of these
C) Listening efficiently to locate and collect specific information
D) Listening without notes
E) Listening to music while writing
  • 2. What is the first stage in the writing process?
A) Editing stage
B) Writing stage
C) None of these
D) Pre-writing stage
  • 3. What should a writer avoid in order not to mislead readers?
A) Truthful statements
B) Clarity
C) False implications
D) Simplicity
  • 4. What does coherence in writing mean according to the text?
A) Using simple vocabulary
B) Proper arrangement of ideas
C) Writing longer sentences
D) Using transitions only
  • 5. Which of the following is described as expressing situations in extreme proportions?
A) Euphemisms
B) Generalizations
C) Exaggerations
D) False implications
  • 6. The main purpose of copyright law is to:
A) Protect the creator's ownership and authorship rights
B) Allow others to reuse materials without permission
C) Prevent the use of printed materials
D) Give readers the right to copy materials freely
  • 7. What is one thing that revision ensures?
A) Organization and coherence of ideas
B) Use of difficult words
C) Adding illustrations
D) Making it longer
  • 8. What does contract law cover in technical writing?
A) Unregistered business names
B) Verbal promises
C) Written or implied warranties and agreements
D) The grammar and formatting of documents
  • 9. What does Test Your Instructions mean?
A) Check the spelling of all terms
B) Ask a professional to check the grammar
C) Let someone unfamiliar with the task follow your directions
D) Read the document aloud
  • 10. Liability law pertains to:
A) Contract enforcement
B) The responsibility of writers for claims they make
C) Trademark registration
D) The ownership of written content
  • 11. What should a technical writer always abide by?
A) Corporate advertisements
B) Reader expectations
C) Relevant laws and professional codes of conduct
D) Personal opinions
  • 12. Trademark law deals with:
A) Written contracts between parties
B) Writer's personal opinions
C) Ownership of literary works
D) Federal protection of logos, names, or brand symbols
  • 13. Writing false product information can result in violation of
A) Copyright law
B) Grammar rules
C) Liability law
D) Trademark law
  • 14. What does the writer determine during the pre- writing stage?
A) The purpose of the paper
B) The font size
C) The audience's age
D) The deadline
  • 15. The Practice Word Substitution strategy encourages writers to:
A) Replace weak or vague words with stronger ones
B) Use more adjectives
C) Avoid revising their work
D) Use synonyms randomly
  • 16. Which law protects the rights of an author over their original works?
A) Liability law
B) Copyright law
C) Trademark law OK
D) Contract law
  • 17. Which is NOT listed as a "Do" in technical communication?
A) Exaggerate to impress the reader
B) Avoid discriminatory language
C) Acknowledge assistance
D) Be clear
  • 18. If a writer makes a false claim in a report, it may involve:
A) Trademark law
B) Copyright law
C) Grammar violations
D) Liability law
  • 19. To improve word power overall, a writer should:
A) Memorize difficult words
B) Focus on length and style
C) Practice using clear, concise, and precise language
D) Use more adjectives
  • 20. Technical writers are compared to which type of professional in the text?
A) Editors
B) Researchers
C) Speakers
D) Managers
  • 21. What pre-writing technique involves noticing details through the senses?
A) Editing
B) Quoting
C) Observation
D) Reading
  • 22. What does euphemism mean in writing?
A) Using mild words to cover unpleasant realities
B) Using strong and direct words
C) Using technical jargon
D) Adding humor
  • 23. What does reading do for writers according to the passage?
A) It replaces practice
B) It gives understanding of good writing and enlarges vocabulary
C) It teaches handwriting
D) It shortens writing time
  • 24. How does the text define euphemisms
A) Making the text formal
B) Writing about bad situations as if they were good
C) Avoiding technical terms
D) Using strong negative words
  • 25. Which strategy ensures that readers understand technical terms?
A) Using passive voice
B) Creating a glossary
C) Avoiding short sentences
D) Adding pictures
  • 26. Why should a technical communicator avoid discriminatory language?
A) Because it lengthens the paper
B) Because it is unethical and unfair
C) Because it is hard to understand
D) Because it sounds emotional
  • 27. What does reading develop that leads to writing skills?
A) Reading replaces writing
B) Reading is fun and writing is hard
C) Reading is optional
D) Reading is input and writing is output
  • 28. What is exaggeration in technical writing?
A) Presenting information accurately
B) Expressing situations in extreme or unrealistic proportions OK
C) Repeating information
D) Writing short summaries
  • 29. According to the handout, technical writers must be aware of:
A) Only grammar rules
B) Marketing strategies
C) Legal and ethical considerations
D) Design and layout issues only
  • 30. What is one of the "Do's" of technical communication mentioned in the text?
A) Tell the truth
B) Use exaggerated claims
C) Write emotionally
D) Mislead readers
  • 31. Following a style guide helps a writer maintain:
A) Emotional tone
B) Narrative flow
C) Consistency and standard usage
D) Creativity
  • 32. What does "read with focus" mean in the pre- writing stage?
A) Reading for fun
B) Reading efficiently to locate and collect specific information
C) Reading for entertainment
D) Reading as fast as possible
  • 33. Replacing "use a small amount" with "apply 2 milliliters" shows improvement in:
A) Conciseness
B) Familiarity
C) Precision
D) Ambiguity
  • 34. Which technique uses lines and circles to show connections between ideas?
A) Proofreading
B) Listing
C) Clustering
D) Brainstorming
  • 35. What does the text advise writers not to do to their readers?
A) Question them
B) Entertain them
C) Praise them
D) Mislead them
  • 36. What is the purpose of revising a written work?
A) To add new sections
B) To ensure content relevance, organization, and grammar
C) To change the topic
D) To shorten the text
  • 37. What is the main goal of word substitution practice?
A) To add variety only
B) To make writing longer
C) To increase word count
D) To improve accuracy and strength of language
  • 38. False implications refer to:
A) Reporting verified data
B) Stating supported facts
C) Giving clear explanations
D) Assuming project outcomes without proof
  • 39. The statement "Check the coolant level" shows improvement in:
A) Ambiguity
B) Consistency
C) Specificity
D) Creativity
  • 40. Why is testing your instructions effective?
A) It shows whether your instructions are clear and complete
B) It reduces the length of the document
C) It makes the writing sound better
D) It helps find grammar errors only
  • 41. What is Word Power in technical writing?
A) The use of artistic and emotional expressions
B) The ability to select, arrange, and use words effectively for clarity and accuracy.
C) The practice of using complex vocabulary to impress readers
D) The ability to write long and poetic sentences
  • 42. Technical writing is primarily concerned with:
A) Clarity and precision
B) Storytelling and entertainment
C) Creativity and imagination
D) Emotional impact
  • 43. In technical writing, words are considered
A) Precision tools
B) Emotional tools
C) Decorative expressions
D) Figurative elements
  • 44. Which of the following best describes the goal of technical writing?
A) To show literary skill
B) To use as many technical terms as possible
C) To ensure the message is understood exactly as intended
D) To entertain the reader
  • 45. Which of the following is NOT a form of technical writing?.
A) Scientific reports
B) Project proposals
C) Short stories
D) User manuals
  • 46. A vague word in technical writing can lead to:
A) More creative writing
B) Misunderstanding
C) Faster reading
D) Stronger emotions
  • 47. The handout states that technical writing must prioritize clarity over:
A) structure
B) Accuracy
C) Simplicity
D) Creativity
  • 48. Which of the following best describes the goal of technical writing?
A) To entertain the reader
B) To ensure the message is understood exactly as intended
C) To show literary skill
D) To use as many technical terms as possible
  • 49. What might happen if readers struggle to understand your writing?
A) They will appreciate your creativity
B) You may lose credibility
C) They will be more interested
D) They will find it entertaining
  • 50. What is Word Power in technical writing?
A) The ability to select, arrange, and use words effectively for clarity and accuracy.
B) The ability to write long and poetic sentences
C) The practice of using complex vocabulary to impress readers
D) The use of artistic and emotional expressions
  • 51. Technical writing is primarily concerned with:
A) Emotional impact
B) Creativity and imagination
C) Clarity and precision
D) Storytelling and entertainment
  • 52. Which of the following best describes the goal of technical writing?
A) To ensure the message is understood exactly as intended
B) To use as many technical terms as possible
C) To entertain the reader
D) To show literary skill
  • 53. The handout states that technical writing must prioritize clarity over:
A) accuracy
B) Simplicity
C) Creativity
D) Structure
  • 54. A vague word in technical writing can lead to:
A) Stronger emotions
B) More creative writing
C) Misunderstanding
D) Faster reading
  • 55. Which of the following is NOT a form of technical writing?.
A) Short stories
B) User manuals
C) Project proposals
D) Scientific reports
  • 56. What might happen if readers struggle to understand your writing?
A) They will be more interested
B) They will find it entertaining
C) They will appreciate your creativity
D) You may lose credibility
  • 57. What does the word slightly in the example "Heat the material slightly before molding" illustrate?
A) Proper instruction
B) Vagueness or ambiguity
C) Correct word choice
D) Precision in writing
  • 58. What is the main difference between technical and creative writing?
A) Creative writing is used in offices and laboratories
B) Technical writing focuses on clarity, not artistry
C) Technical writing uses fewer words
D) Creative writing uses simpler vocabulary
  • 59. Which sentence shows specificity?
A) Review everything
B) Check the system
C) Observe the equipment carefully
D) Check the coolant level in the system's reservoir
  • 60. Being specific, not general means:
A) Avoiding measurements
B) Giving detailed, exact information
C) Keeping instructions short
  • 61. Which pair shows correct application of "Use Familiar Words First"?
A) Begin operation → Start operation
B) Implement operation → Commence operation
C) Commence operation → Start operation
  • 62. The principle Use Familiar Words First means:
A) Replace simple terms with jargon
B) Avoid simple vocabulary
C) Prefer simple words unless complex ones are necessary
  • 63. When writing for non-experts, you should:
A) Define technical terms or use simpler alternatives
B) Avoid giving definitions
C) Add emotional tone
  • 64. When writing for experts, you should:
A) Avoid technical terms
B) Use technical terms without explanation
C) Simplify everything
  • 65. Why should you know your audience before writing?
A) To make your writing longer
B) To use more technical jargon
C) To adjust your language and level of explanation
  • 66. Which of the following violates consistency?
A) Using the same word throughout
B) Keeping uniform terminology
C) Calling a part "control panel" in one section and "dashboard" in another
  • 67. Consistency in technical writing means:
A) Changing terms for variety
B) Using the same terms for the same concepts throughout the document
C) Using different words to avoid repetition
  • 68. Which of the following sentences is precise?
A) Put in enough lubricant to make it smooth.
B) Add a little oil.
C) Use a small amount of lubricant.
D) Apply 2 milliliters of lubricant.
  • 69. Precision in technical writing refers to:
A) Using words that sound technical
B) Making the text more formal
C) Being exact and specific in word choice
  • 70. Conciseness in technical writing means:.
A) Using no more words than necessary
B) Explaining ideas in many words
C) Using long and detailed sentences
  • 71. Which of the following sentences demonstrates clarity?
A) Tighten the screws securely.
B) Tighten the screws to 12 Newton-meters of torque.
C) Tighten the screws until you think it's enough.
  • 72. What does clarity mean in technical writing?

    correctly.
A) Using artistic or decorative words
B) Writing that impresses readers
C) Meaning that is immediately understandable
  • 73. Which sentence uses active voice correctly?
A) Connect the device
B) KOYAH NALAGLAG
C) The connection of the device is required.
  • 74. Conciseness in technical writing means:.
A) Using long and detailed sentences
B) Explaining ideas in many words
C) Using no more words than necessary
  • 75. Which of the following sentences demonstrates clarity?
A) Tighten the screws a little.
B) Tighten the screws to 12 Newton-meters of torque.
C) Tighten the screws until you think it's enough.
  • 76. What does clarity mean in technical writing? correctly.
A) Using artistic or decorative words
B) Writing that impresses readers
C) Meaning that is immediately understandable
  • 77. Why are style guides important in technical writing?
A) They limit vocabulary choices
B) They ensure consistent and standard word usage
C) They help make writing more creative
  • 78. What is the purpose of creating a glossary?
A) To replace complex terms with slang
B) To replace complex terms with slang
C) To make writing longer
D) To list technical terms and their definitions
  • 79. Why is active voice preferred in technical writing?
A) It sounds more formal
B) It is direct and clear
C) It avoids responsibility
D) It adds emotion
  • 80. What does Avoid Ambiguity mean?
A) Use vague words intentionally
B) Write instructions that can be interpreted only one way
C) Use multiple meanings for variety
  • 81. What is the ultimate goal of mastering Word Power in technical writing?
A) To communicate technical information clearly, concisely, and correctly
B) To make writing sound artistic
C) To impress the readers
  • 82. Why must technical writers avoid vague words?
A) Because they make writing too formal
B) Because they sound unprofessional
C) Because they can cause misunderstanding or confusion
  • 83. What does clarity mean in technical writing?
A) Using artistic language
B) Making sure the message is understood exactly as intended
C) Using long and complex sentences
D) Showing creativity in expression
  • 84. What happens when technical writing lacks accuracy?
A) It becomes easier to read
B) The information can be misunderstood or misapplied
C) Readers enjoy it more
  • 85. What can happen if the wrong word is used in technical writing?
A) The message becomes creative
B) It can lead to costly or dangerous errors
C) The report becomes longer
D) Writing becomes more interesting
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