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Which of the following is considered an academic text?
Which of the following is considered an academic text?
What is the overall structure of an academic text?
What is the overall structure of an academic text?
What does it mean for an academic text to be cohesive?
What does it mean for an academic text to be cohesive?
What should be the tone when presenting arguments of others in an academic text?
What should be the tone when presenting arguments of others in an academic text?
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Which of the following is NOT an academic text?
Which of the following is NOT an academic text?
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Study Notes
Academic Text Identification
- An academic text is considered a text that is written in a formal tone, with the purpose of presenting research, analyzing data, and discussing ideas.
Structure of Academic Text
- The overall structure of an academic text typically includes an introduction, body, and conclusion, with a clear thesis statement and supporting evidence.
Cohesion in Academic Text
- An academic text is considered cohesive when it has a clear and logical flow of ideas, with each sentence or paragraph building upon the previous one, and using transitional phrases and keywords to connect the ideas.
Presenting Arguments in Academic Text
- When presenting arguments of others in an academic text, the tone should be neutral and objective, avoiding personal opinions and biases.
Non-Academic Text
- A text that is written for entertainment purposes, such as a novel or a poem, is NOT considered an academic text.
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Description
Test your knowledge on the nature and characteristics of academic texts with this quiz. Explore concepts and theories related to various disciplines such as research papers, conference papers, feasibility studies, theses/dissertations, and more. Challenge yourself and enhance your understanding of academic writing.
