Conventions of Academic Writing Lecture Handout
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What is the primary goal of academic writing?

  • To express personal opinions
  • To persuade the reader with biased language
  • To convey complex ideas in a clear and concise manner (correct)
  • To entertain the reader
  • What does it mean for academic writing to be objective?

  • It should rely on personal preconceptions and opinions
  • It should present a subjective statement on the part of the writer
  • It should include bias language and generalizations
  • It should avoid bias language and generalizations (correct)
  • Why is it important to identify the audience in academic writing?

  • To include personal opinions and preconceptions
  • To make the writing more entertaining
  • To understand what the target reader already knows (correct)
  • To ensure that the writing is subjective
  • What type of message is typically conveyed in academic writing?

    <p>A fact-based argument</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What should an academic essay about a fictional character, political conflict, or religious issue avoid?

    <p>Personal preconceptions and opinions</p> Signup and view all the answers

    When writing academic papers, what is the significance of understanding different levels of formality?

    <p>It allows for flexibility in adhering to specific conventions of the discipline</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Why is it important to study texts within your specific discipline when writing in an academic context?

    <p>To understand how scholars and experienced students write within the discipline</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary reason for the variation in writing practices across different academic disciplines?

    <p>To reflect the unique conventions and expectations of each discipline</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the purpose of using phrases such as 'This reveals' or 'This suggests' in an academic essay?

    <p>To communicate interpretation and analysis of the writer’s ideas</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does the use of a strict register and format in academic writing aim to achieve?

    <p>To ensure clarity and precision in communication</p> Signup and view all the answers

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