Common Scholarly Abbreviations and Terms Quiz

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What is the primary purpose of a descriptive abstract?

Summarizing the purpose, scope, and methods (correct)

Providing an expanded table of contents

Summarizing results, conclusions, and recommendations

Highlighting major points in a formal report

How does an informative abstract differ from a descriptive abstract?

It summarizes the purpose, scope, and methods.

It highlights major points in a formal report.

It is a slightly expanded table of contents in sentence form.

It retains the tone and essential scope of the original work. (correct)

How long are descriptive abstracts typically?

One page

Several paragraphs

200-250 words

About 50 words (correct)

When should you write an abstract according to the text?

After finishing the report or document Signup and view all the answers

What is a common location where abstracts can be published separately?

Periodical indexes Signup and view all the answers

Which type of abstract is like a slightly expanded table of contents?

Descriptive abstract Signup and view all the answers

What is the most important consideration when using abbreviations?

Checking whether they will be understood by the audience Signup and view all the answers

What should be done the first time a term is abbreviated?

Spell out the term followed by the abbreviation in parentheses Signup and view all the answers

How should acronyms be presented in written documents?

In capital letters without periods Signup and view all the answers

What is the purpose of repeating the full term in parentheses after an abbreviation in long documents?

To remind readers of the abbreviation's meaning Signup and view all the answers

For abbreviations specific to a profession or discipline, what is recommended?

Following a style guide from the professional organization or company Signup and view all the answers

What should be avoided when using abbreviations at the end of a sentence?

Adding an extra period after the abbreviation Signup and view all the answers

What is the recommended approach for writing an abstract?

Begin with a topic sentence announcing the subject and scope, then use headings to distinguish primary and secondary ideas. Signup and view all the answers

How should abbreviations be handled when writing an abstract?

Spell out all but the most common abbreviations. Signup and view all the answers

Which sentence structure is recommended for writing an abstract?

Combine ideas using subordination and parallel structure. Signup and view all the answers

What should be the focus when deciding what material to include in an abstract?

Decide what material is relevant using the outline or table of contents. Signup and view all the answers

What is the recommended approach for writing style when creating an abstract?

Write with clarity and conciseness, eliminating unnecessary words and ideas. Signup and view all the answers

Which part of an acceptance letter should confirm arrangements discussed earlier?

The body paragraph detailing relocation and start date plans. Signup and view all the answers

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