Crafting Compelling Sentences: A 7-Minute Crash Course
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- Q1
Why is varied sentence structure important in writing?
Sentence structure refers to how different parts of a sentence are put together to achieve varying effects. Varied sentence structure allows for expressing complex ideas and provides variety to prevent monotony in writing. It is particularly important in technical writing, where accuracy and readability are crucial.Sentence structure refers to how different parts of a sentence are put together to achieve varying effects. Varied sentence structure allows for expressing complex ideas and provides variety to prevent monotony in writing. It is particularly important in technical writing, where accuracy and readability are crucial.
It eliminates the need for proper grammar.
It allows for expressing complex ideas.
It makes the writing more accurate.
It ensures the writing is always short.
120s - Q2
Which of the following is NOT a strategy for varying sentence structure?
Strategies for varying sentence structure include using transitions, pronouns, switching phrases around, and changing sentence length. Transitions like "however," "nonetheless," and "in contrast" help move sentences from one thought to another. Pronouns can replace proper or common nouns to avoid repetition. Switching phrases and changing sentence length can also add variety and combine ideas for better comprehension.
Replacing nouns with appropriate pronouns
Keeping all sentences the same length
Using transitions to connect ideas
Switching the order of phrases
120s - Q3
When combining sentences with the same subject, the writer can:When combining sentences with the same subject, the writer can:
When using pronouns to vary sentence structure, it's essential to ensure that the pronoun refers to the correct noun. Combining sentences with the same subject can also help declutter writing and make room for additional information. However, writers must be cautious when altering sentences to avoid changing the intended meaning.
Create space for additional information.
Ensure the meaning remains unchanged.
Add more variety to the writing
All of the above.
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