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Learn It: Concept Check Quiz 7-3

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Author: Ryan Smith

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

Which of the following sentences uses the passive voice?

  • We do not offer cash refunds.
  • Cash refunds are not offered.
  • You will not receive your refund in cash.

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Cash refunds are not offered is an example of passive voice because it highlights the action rather than a person.

Which of the following strategies represents an effective way to position the bad news in a message? Check all that apply.

  • Spotlighting it at the beginning or end of a paragraph
  • Sandwiching the news between other sentences in the paragraph
  • Placing the bad news in a subordinate clause
  • Creating a main heading that states the bad news

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Instead of spotlighting it at the beginning or end of sentence, sandwich the bad news between other sentences, perhaps among your reasons. Another technique that reduces shock is placing the bad news in a subordinate clause.

Understanding our emotional impact on others and making change as a result is called .

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