Concise Writing - Practice Exercise 2

Gap-Fill Exercise

Rewrite the sentences below stating their meaning in fewer words. Avoid the passive voice, needless repetition, and wordy phrases and clauses. If you have any difficulties, you can use the 'Hint' button to get a free letter. Press the 'Check' button to check your answers when you've finished the whole exercise. Then continue to the next exercise.

ORIGINAL 'WORDY' SENTENCES:
1) There are many regional managers who are planning to attend the meeting which is scheduled for next Friday.
2) We did not renew the contract with our supplier on account of the fact that it was necessary for us to find a cheaper supplier.
3) It is expected that the new schedule will be announced by the bus company within the next few days.
4) It is important that you shall read the notes, advice and information detailed opposite then complete the form overleaf (all sections) prior to its immediate return to the bank by way of the envelope provided.
5) If there are any points on which you require explanation or further particulars we shall be glad to furnish such additional details as may be required by telephone.
6) We are not in a position at the present moment to reach a decision on this matter.
7) In the event that there is a fire on the premises, it is vitally important that staff leave the premises as soon as they hear the alarm bell ringing.
8) There can be little doubt that the economy is heading to a recession which will go on for a long period of time.

REWRITTEN 'CONCISE' SENTENCES:
1) next Friday’s .
2) We did not renew our supplier’s contract a cheaper one.
3) in the next few days.
4) you fill in the form. Then the envelope provided.
5) questions.
6) this at the moment.
7) leave the building .
8) heading for a long recession.