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Which type of academic paper presents an argument either for or against a specific issue, relying on collected facts to support its stance?
Which type of academic paper presents an argument either for or against a specific issue, relying on collected facts to support its stance?
- Research Report
- Position Paper (correct)
- Textual Analysis
- Project Proposal
What is the primary goal of a project proposal?
What is the primary goal of a project proposal?
- To interpret experimental results.
- To summarize existing research.
- To secure funding for a project. (correct)
- To debate a controversial topic.
Which type of document primarily presents interpretations and analysis of a phenomenon based on experiments and previous research?
Which type of document primarily presents interpretations and analysis of a phenomenon based on experiments and previous research?
- Convention
- Project Proposal
- Position Paper
- Research Report (correct)
What is the function of summarizing a text?
What is the function of summarizing a text?
In academic writing, what role does textual evidence serve?
In academic writing, what role does textual evidence serve?
Which of the following BEST describes a 'fact' in the context of academic and professional writing?
Which of the following BEST describes a 'fact' in the context of academic and professional writing?
What characterizes a 'convention' as a form of statement or practice?
What characterizes a 'convention' as a form of statement or practice?
How does an 'opinion' differ from a 'fact' in academic writing?
How does an 'opinion' differ from a 'fact' in academic writing?
What distinguishes a 'preference' from other types of statements, such as facts or opinions?
What distinguishes a 'preference' from other types of statements, such as facts or opinions?
Why is it important to include textual evidence in academic writing?
Why is it important to include textual evidence in academic writing?
What is the key characteristic of critical reading?
What is the key characteristic of critical reading?
What is the main activity of critical readers?
What is the main activity of critical readers?
According to the Merriam-Webster dictionary, what does 'reasoning' entail?
According to the Merriam-Webster dictionary, what does 'reasoning' entail?
What is another common name for a College Admission Letter?
What is another common name for a College Admission Letter?
What is the primary purpose of an Employment Application Letter, also known as a cover letter?
What is the primary purpose of an Employment Application Letter, also known as a cover letter?
What is the typical first element found in a formal letter?
What is the typical first element found in a formal letter?
In a formal letter, what information is included in the 'Inside Address'?
In a formal letter, what information is included in the 'Inside Address'?
Which punctuation mark typically follows the salutation in a formal business letter?
Which punctuation mark typically follows the salutation in a formal business letter?
In the context of a formal letter, what does the 'Body' section consist of?
In the context of a formal letter, what does the 'Body' section consist of?
What punctuation mark typically ends a complimentary close in a formal letter?
What punctuation mark typically ends a complimentary close in a formal letter?
What information should be included in the heading of a resume?
What information should be included in the heading of a resume?
In a resume, what is the purpose of the 'Career Objective' or 'Summary' section?
In a resume, what is the purpose of the 'Career Objective' or 'Summary' section?
When listing education in a resume, which order should the information be presented?
When listing education in a resume, which order should the information be presented?
When describing work experience in a resume, what type of verbs should be used?
When describing work experience in a resume, what type of verbs should be used?
Which type of information is typically included under the 'Additional Information' section of a resume?
Which type of information is typically included under the 'Additional Information' section of a resume?
Who can typically be listed as references on a resume?
Who can typically be listed as references on a resume?
Which of the following sentences provides textual evidence that supports the claim that seawater contains minerals?
Which of the following sentences provides textual evidence that supports the claim that seawater contains minerals?
Which of the following provides textural evidence of a preference?
Which of the following provides textural evidence of a preference?
Which of the following statements best represents a statement of opinion?
Which of the following statements best represents a statement of opinion?
Which of the following statements best represents a convention?
Which of the following statements best represents a convention?
Which of the following is a statement of fact?
Which of the following is a statement of fact?
Which of the following best describes a critical reader?
Which of the following best describes a critical reader?
According to the provided text, what is the primary skill demonstrated by reasoning?
According to the provided text, what is the primary skill demonstrated by reasoning?
Which of the following is NOT typically found in the body of a formal letter?
Which of the following is NOT typically found in the body of a formal letter?
In the context of resume writing, what is the purpose of using action verbs when describing work experience?
In the context of resume writing, what is the purpose of using action verbs when describing work experience?
Why is it important to list the date when a letter waas written?
Why is it important to list the date when a letter waas written?
The 'Closing' section refers to what?
The 'Closing' section refers to what?
Flashcards
Position Paper
Position Paper
An academic paper that expresses a stand on an issue based on collected facts.
Project Proposal
Project Proposal
A problem-solution text persuading the reader to grant funding for a project.
Research Report
Research Report
An expanded paper with interpretations and analysis of a phenomenon based on experiments and previous information.
Summarizing
Summarizing
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Textual Evidence
Textual Evidence
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Fact
Fact
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Convention
Convention
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Opinion
Opinion
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Preference
Preference
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Critical reading
Critical reading
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Critical readers
Critical readers
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Reasoning
Reasoning
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College Admission Letter
College Admission Letter
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Employment Application Letter
Employment Application Letter
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Study Notes
Position Paper
- An academic paper expressing an affirmative or negative stance on an issue based on collected facts.
Project Proposal
- A problem-solution text aiming to persuade the reader to grant funding for the project.
Research Report
- An expanded paper presenting interpretations and analysis of a phenomenon based on experiments and prior data.
Summarizing
- Stating the text's essential ideas concisely.
Textual Evidence
- Proof of an argument, claim, counterclaim, or assertion cited in the text leading to a conclusion.
Fact
- A statement objectively provable through direct experience, testimonies, verified observations, or research results.
- Seawater contains high amounts of minerals like sodium, chloride, sulphate, magnesium, and calcium.
- This is a fact because the mineral contents can be tested and proven through experiments.
Convention
- A way of doing something similar to traditions and norms, verifiable by reference to historical precedents, laws, rules, usage, and customs.
- Seawater as a heterogeneous and homogenous mixture is a convention.
- This is a convention because the the classification is based on a scientist-made classification system.
Opinion
- A statement based on facts but difficult to objectively verify due to uncertainty in producing satisfactory proofs of soundness.
- Swimming in seawater is the best activity to refresh and relax the mind, body, and soul
- This statement is an opinion as it's difficult to prove, and may only be true for some.
Preference
- A personal choice not requiring the writer to prove its truthfulness.
- Preferences are subjective and cannot be objectively proven.
- Having a preference for places with seawater.
- This expresses the writer's personal choice and is not subject to objective proof.
Importance of Textual Evidence
- Providing textual evidence strengthens claims, makes them realistic, and presents key topic points effectively.
- Evidence supports claims with reasons.
Critical Reading
- Involves the reader in analytic activity by questioning the text and the author's claims.
- It presents a reasoned argument that evaluates and analyzes what has been read.
- Critical readers evaluate, analyze, and interpret the hidden meaning of the whole text.
Reasoning
- According to Merriam-Webster, the act of providing statements for justification and explanation
- Reasoning is the ability to defend something with reasons.
College Admission Letter
- Also known as a "letter of intent", intended to briefly discuss your intention to be admitted in a specific course in college.
Employment Application Letter
- Widely known as a "cover letter"
- Used to introduce yourself to a prospective employer and demonstrate your interest in the company
- Sell your services and qualifications, and show your suitability for a job position
- Usually submitted with a resume.
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