FRAGMENTS Each Word Group in the Student Paragraph Below Is Numbered

question 47

Essay

FRAGMENTS
Each word group in the student paragraph below is numbered. In the space provided, write C if a word group is a complete sentence; write F it if is a fragment. You will find ten fragments in the paragraph.
-Calling In Sick
¹It takes skill to call in sick to work with a phony excuse. ²And not sound like a faker. ³First of all, one must be sure to speak directly to the boss. ⁴Not to a co-worker or secretary. ⁵If a person talks to a co-worker who doesn't like him or her. ⁶The co-worker may "forget" to give the boss the message. ⁷Making the person look totally irresponsible. ⁸Or the co-worker may tell the boss, in a sarcastic tone, "Terry is sick again." ⁹Transmitting the message that this is definitely a fakery. ¹⁰Second, being careful not to ruin the excuse by overacting or exaggerating. ¹¹For example, coughing on the phone like a tuberculosis victim or sneezing after every word. ¹²Also, it's important not to claim that this is a complicated disease. ¹³Such as bronchitis combined with pneumonia. ¹⁴A simple excuse sounds more truthful, so it's worth sticking with the flu or a stomach virus. ¹⁵The most important technique involved in calling in sick is making sure one doesn't get caught. ¹⁶The person must, for instance, be willing to stay home all day. ¹⁷So that a co-worker can't say, "I tried to reach him, but he doesn't answer." ¹⁸And it's critical to never return to work after sick leave with a suntan or an ankle broken while skiing. ¹⁹If a person follows these tips when calling in sick. ²⁰No one can accuse him or her of "faking it."
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Understand the importance of self-analysis and goal setting in the job search process.

Acknowledge cultural differences and their impact on communication.

Emphasize the importance of clear, active voice and audience-oriented writing in business messages.

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