ELA 007 - ACADEMIC WRITING - 4TH QUARTER

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What is academic writing?

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Academic writing is a formal style of writing used in universities and scholarly publications, characterized by clear, concise, and objective language.

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Is academic writing considered critical writing?

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TRUE

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Should academic writing be subjective?

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FALSE - Academic writing should be objective and based on evidence.

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Is it necessary to use references in academic writing?

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FALSE - References are essential to support one's ideas and give credit to original sources.

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What type of language should be used in a critical paper?

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Formal language should be used in a critical paper.

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Is emotive language encouraged in academic writing?

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FALSE - Emotive language is discouraged as it can undermine objectivity.

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What is the purpose of academic writing?

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The purpose of academic writing is to communicate complex ideas clearly and effectively, often to inform or persuade an audience.

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What is a thesis statement?

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A thesis statement is a concise summary of the main point or claim of an academic paper.

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What is the importance of structure in academic writing?

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Structure helps organize ideas logically, making it easier for readers to follow the argument.

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What are primary sources?

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Primary sources are original materials or evidence directly related to a topic, such as research studies, interviews, or historical documents.