AWA Clarity & Language Usage

Question 1

Why is clarity important in analytical writing?

Accepted Answer

It improves reader understanding

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It adds humor

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It impresses with vocabulary

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It lengthens the text

Question 2

Which sentence demonstrates clear and concise writing?

Accepted Answer

The policy failed due to lack of planning.

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In reference to the aforementioned point, it is imperative...

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Basically, what I am trying to say is that...

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There is a possibility that it could be said that...

Question 3

How does active voice improve clarity?

Accepted Answer

It clearly states the subject and action

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It hides the subject

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It adds mystery

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It is more poetic

Question 4

Which word choice improves clarity?

Accepted Answer

Phenomenon

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Thing

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Stuff

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Procedure

Question 5

How can sentence structure affect clarity?

Accepted Answer

Run-ons keep the flow

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Long sentences add suspense

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Short and structured sentences aid clarity

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Complexity equals intelligence

Question 6

Why should jargon be avoided?

Accepted Answer

It confuses readers

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It shows expertise

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It impresses examiners

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It improves formality

Question 7

What is redundancy in language?

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Citing multiple sources

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Restating for clarity

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Repeating ideas unnecessarily

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Rephrasing arguments

Question 8

Which is an example of precise language?

Accepted Answer

Many things occurred

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Stuff happened

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The experiment failed

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Lots of data was found

Question 9

How should pronouns be used to maintain clarity?

Accepted Answer

With clear antecedents

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Used sparingly

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Without reference

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To replace every noun