Learn It: Concept Check Quiz 2-2

Introduction: Take this quiz to get a quick check on your understanding of chapter concepts.

Examining a problem from the perspective of the reader is a way to ensure that your message is  .

Which of these tasks suggest that you are in the prewriting stage of the writing process? Check all that apply.

• Researching for information to include in your message
• Analyzing your audience and purpose for writing
• Reorganizing your message for clarity
• Anticipating how your audience will react to the message
• Adapting your message to the audience by selecting the right words and tone

Which of these statements is accurate about the pacing of the business writing process?

• Revising is a major component of the writing process even if the message is short.
• Most business writers spend the majority of their time in the prewriting process.
• Evaluating a message to decide whether it accomplishes the goal should occur during drafting stage.