Academic Writing: Describing Problems

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What is the main focus of Chapter 45 in the textbook 'Academic Vocabulary in Use'?

Introducing, explaining, and solving problems in academic writing (correct)

Analyzing famous academic writers

Exploring different writing styles in academic writing

Discussing the history of academic writing

Which phrases are used to introduce problems in the text?

"Unforeseen benefits," "smooth processes," "consistent patterns," and "thorough investigations"

"Desired outcomes," "successful attempts," "clear explanations," and "strong evidence"

"Effective solutions," "promising results," "accurate data," and "well-received proposals"

"Arose," "difficulty in," "inconsistencies," and "revealed shortcomings" (correct)

Which of the following is NOT an example of a problem described in the text?

Controversies surrounding privatization

Difficulties with online buying

Remembering historical events accurately (correct)

Mining operations causing flooding

What kind of verbs can be used to express responses to problems in the text?

"React," "respond," "deal with," "tackle," and "mediate" Signup and view all the answers

What are some examples of problem-solving contexts mentioned in the text?

"Government responses to inflation" and "Community leaders mediating between police and the public" Signup and view all the answers

What type of exercises are included in the chapter?

'Exercises for practicing problem description and solution in academic writing' Signup and view all the answers

What is the total number of units in the textbook 'Academic Vocabulary in Use'?

50 units Signup and view all the answers

What is the name of the YouTube channel where the text can be found?

'Mastering Academic Writing Skills' Signup and view all the answers

What is the main focus of academic writing, as mentioned in the text?

Asking questions and raising problems Signup and view all the answers

What is the verb form of 'mediation'?

Mediate Signup and view all the answers

What is the noun form of 'respond'?

Response Signup and view all the answers

What does green tourism initially feel like, according to the text?

A contradiction in terms Signup and view all the answers

'To err is human' implies what according to the text?

'To make mistakes is natural' Signup and view all the answers

'The need to find replacement fuels poses considerable challenges for scientists.' What does 'poses' mean here?

Creates or brings about Signup and view all the answers

What did the company experience with the computer operating system?

A large number of difficulties Signup and view all the answers

What was Mary's resolution at the beginning of the new Academic Year?

To make much more effort with her assignments Signup and view all the answers

What did the professor do when questioned about her conclusions?

Reacted very angrily and defensively Signup and view all the answers

Study Notes

The text is about describing problems in academic writing, specifically in Chapter 45 of the textbook "Academic Vocabulary in Use"
There are 50 units in the textbook, and 44 have been previously covered
The text can be found on the YouTube channel "Learn Smart English Vocabulary and Grammar in Use"
The chapter focuses on introducing, explaining, and solving problems in academic writing
Phrases such as "arose," "difficulty in," "inconsistencies," and "revealed shortcomings" are used to introduce problems
Responses to problems can be expressed using verbs like "react," "respond," "deal with," "tackle," and "mediate"
In the text, mining operations causing flooding, difficulties with online buying, controversies surrounding privatization, and remembering recent events are all described as problems
Inconsistencies in theories and shortcomings in research can also be described as problems
The text provides examples of problem-solving in various contexts, such as government responses to inflation and community leaders mediating between police and the public
The chapter includes exercises for practicing problem description and solution in academic writing.

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Test your knowledge of academic writing by identifying phrases and vocabularies commonly used to describe problems in academic texts. This quiz covers Chapter 45 of the book 'Academic Vocabulary in Use' and helps you improve your academic writing skills.