Differences Between Social and Academic Language

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What is a key characteristic of complex written language in academic texts?

More varied and lexically complex vocabulary

Which type of language should be avoided in formal writing?

Colloquial words and expressions

In academic texts, what type of facts are presented?

Accurate and precise facts

What kind of language is preferred in academic texts to emphasize information and arguments?

Adjectives and nouns

What does it mean for an academic text to be explicit?

Making it clear how different parts of the text are related

Which of the following is a requirement for academic texts?

Providing evidence and justification for claims

What is a crucial aspect of organizing academic texts?

Flowing easily in a logical fashion from one section to the next

Which term best describes making decisions about the strength of claims in academic texts?

'Hedging'

'Well-planned' refers to which aspect of academic text creation?

'Being thoughtful and organized in the creation process'

What does summarizing involve?

Reducing a larger selection to main points

Explore the distinctions between social language used in everyday interactions and academic language found in textbooks, research papers, and conferences. Learn about how social language is informal and suited for everyday conversation, while academic language is more formal and appropriate for written papers, classwork, and other academic purposes.

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