Friday, August 28, 2015

Technical writing quiz -JTC300




 Technical writing quiz
JTC 300



Type your responses to the following two questions:
1.      What are the three types of writing discussed in your Lesson? 6 pts

The three types of writing are:
a.       Literary
b.      News
c.       Technical

2.      What are the characteristics and purposes of each type of writing? 9 pts
-          Literary writing style is found in book and short stories; therefore, it can be friction and allows readers to interpret the story as they choose. The primary purpose of literary writing is to entertain readers. As a result, it is not direct and clear meaning. 
-          News writing is found in new papers, websites, and blogs. The purpose is to inform readers about the current issues; therefore, it must be timely.  Sentences are short and direct, and usually written in active voice.
-          Technical writing is found in manuals, reports of analysis and text books.  This style of writing has a very different characteristic than the literary and the new writing styles. In this type of writing, the author writes about a particular subject that requires explanation and direction.  The purpose of technical writing is very specific intend to educate readers of something.  Therefore, it must be straightforward, clear meaning, .and easy to understand.

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