Thursday, April 21, 2011

Is Your Writing Clear? Take This Quick Questionnaire

Can a nine year old read, pronounce, and understand it without help?

Is it free from acronyms, abbreviations, slang, specialized and insider wording?

Can strangers read it aloud smoothly?

Can strangers easily summarize what you have said in a few sentences?

EXPLANATION
If your answers were negative, maybe it is time to get back to the drawing board ...

RESOURCES
http://www.mahalo.com/how-to-improve-your-writing/
http://www.manitobaeditors.ca/resources.htm
http://www.unc.edu/depts/wcweb/handouts/proofread.html

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