ENG 1021 Final 2023

What are the major elements of an effective plot summary of a story?

APA: APA recommends an author-page system of citations.

APA requires the use of past tense or present perfect tense in signal phrases that introduce quotations.

Summarizing is a method of using other people's ideas

Paraphrasing is a method of using other people's ideas

Academic Writing: What are two guidelines to help you actively read a text?

Word Choice: Is it considered appropriate to avoid sexist language by writing in the plural?

• yes

• no

Punctuation: Are periods placed within dialogue quotation marks?

• Yes

• No

Identify the difference between a primary and a secondary source:

• A primary source is of utmost importance; secondary sources are not as important

• A primary source contains first-hand observation & experience; a secondary source doesn't

• A primary source uses facts; a secondary source uses interpretations

• A primary source is written by authors; a secondary source is written by journalists

A good research writer

• Uses a variety of methods of sharing others' information; uses a variety of short and longer quotations; attempts to sound interested and informed

• Uses short or long quotations; uses first person when appropriate; develops a chronological organizing principle

• Uses jargon; uses a unique title; starts with a grabber and context; tries to achieve a monotone authorial voice

• Use short quotations; use a variety of methods of textual citations; defines terms; strives to leave some questions unanswered