Academic Writing Essentials
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What is the primary goal of academic writing?

  • To present the knowledge of a specific field or discipline (correct)
  • To entertain the reader with anecdotes and stories
  • To sway the reader's emotions and persuade them
  • To present one's personal opinions and biases

    • Why are personal pronouns like 'I', 'you', and 'we' usually avoided in academic writing?

  • Because they are not objective (correct)
  • Because they are not commonly used in research
  • Because they are too informal
  • Because they are too vague

    • What is the purpose of using verbs with exact meanings in academic writing?

  • To add variety to sentence structure
  • To show the writer's expertise in the field
  • To convey complex ideas precisely (correct)
  • To create a more formal tone

    • What is hedging in academic writing, and why is it important?

    <p>A way to express caution and avoid strong, sweeping statements, and it's important to avoid making unsubstantiated claims</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the purpose of using quantifying adverbs in academic writing?

    <p>To provide precise information and avoid generalizations</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the overall tone of academic writing?

    <p>Formal and objective</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary characteristic of academic writing in terms of personal opinions and biases?

    <p>Objective and informed</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the main purpose of using precise language in academic writing?

    <p>To communicate meaning clearly and accurately</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the function of modals in academic writing?

    <p>To qualify or soften a statement</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Why is it important to avoid using personal pronouns like 'I', 'you', and 'we' in academic writing?

    <p>They are subjective and personal</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the role of verbs in academic writing?

    <p>To convey precise meanings</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the overall goal of using formal language in academic writing?

    <p>To convey complex information clearly</p> Signup and view all the answers

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