Academic Writing Essentials Quiz

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What is the primary purpose of literary criticism according to the text?

To interpret and write about literature

What is the central idea of the formalist approach to literary criticism?

Literature is a unique form of human knowledge that needs to be examined on its own terms

What is the key concept introduced by Viktor Shklovsky as part of the Russian Formalist approach?

Defamiliarization

What is the main difference between a topic outline and a sentence outline?

A topic outline uses short phrases, while a sentence outline uses full sentences

What is the key feature of academic writing that the formalist approach to literary criticism rejects?

The focus on the author's biography

What is the primary purpose of an extended definition in academic writing?

To clarify and explain a concept in detail

Which of the following is NOT typically included in the description of the data collection procedure?

The data analysis scheme to be employed

When is Alzheimer's disease referred to as 'senile dementia of the Alzheimer's type'?

When the onset of the illness is after the age of 65

Which of the following is NOT typically included in the description of the data analysis scheme?

The context and participants of the study

What is the main purpose of an 'extended definition' in academic writing?

To clarify and explain a concept in detail

What is the key difference between Alzheimer's disease and senile dementia of the Alzheimer's type?

Alzheimer's disease begins before the age of 65, while senile dementia begins after 65

Which of the following is NOT typically included in the 'Abridged Methodology' section of an academic paper?

The data analysis scheme to be employed

Which of the following is a key feature of an 'extended definition' in academic writing?

It incorporates various patterns of development, such as the term being defined, a detailed explanation, and specific examples

What is the primary purpose of including a 'Timeline' section in an academic paper?

To provide a detailed timeline of the research process, set in months and years

Which of the following is NOT typically included in the 'Abridged Methodology' section of an academic paper?

The theoretical framework guiding the study

Test your knowledge on the essential aspects of academic writing, including formality, technical terms, and the time-consuming publishing process. Explore the requirements and characteristics of academic texts.

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