TRUE OR FALSE

1) You should always mark a message as urgent to ensure a quick response.

2) The amount of time needed for proofreading depends on the complexity of the writing.

3) When designing a communication for a mobile device, white space should be increased.

4) When a document is short and concise, readers will feel that not enough time was devoted to the writing process.

5) Although you should vary the length of paragraphs in your business messages, in general you should strive for short paragraphs.

6) When you're writing for mobile devices, using a linear organization will make your messages easier to read on small mobile screens.

7) A compound sentence contains one main thought (independent clause) and one or more subordinate thoughts (dependent clauses).

8) Support sentences are more specific than topic sentences.

9) Clichs are a valuable tool in business writing, as readers find such words and phrases to be comfortable and familiar.

10) To make a message more effective, incorporate humor whenever possible.