COURSE TITLE : TECHNICAL WRITING

SCHEDULE : TBA
ACTIVITY #2

Read the following:

 The Language of Technical Writing
TEST I- INSTRUCTION: Use parallel structure of the given sentences (2points each):

1. Ellen likes hiking, the rodeo, and to take afternoon naps.

2. My best friend took me dancing and to a show.
3. My dog not only likes to play fetch, but also chase cars.
4. John Taylor Gatto criticizes public schools because they are compulsory, funded by the
government, and destroys students' humanity.
5. I would rather pay for my education than financial aid.

ASSIGNMENT
INSTRUCTION: Answer the following questions in a paragraph form.
1. Differentiate sexiest and non-sexiest language.
2. Why should we avoid using long, high-sounding, or complex words?
3. When do you consider an expression a cliché?