EAPP Week 1: Academic Text Review

Questions and Answers

What are the three main parts of an academic text?

Introduction, Body, Conclusion

Which of the following is NOT one of the six aspects of academic writing?

Tone and style

Organization

Writer's purpose

Personal opinion (correct)

Match the following text structures with their descriptions:

Narrative = Tells a story Chronological = Organizes events in time order Cause and Effect = Explains reasons and outcomes Compare and Contrast = Highlights similarities and differences

Skimming is used to locate precise information.

False Signup and view all the answers

What are the two main types of data collection mentioned?

Primary data collection, Secondary data collection Signup and view all the answers

The process of shortening a passage without sacrificing its meaning is called _____

summarizing Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following is NOT a component of a thesis statement?

Supporting details Signup and view all the answers

What are the three components of a thesis statement?

Topic, Controlling idea, Sub-topic Signup and view all the answers

The feminist approach in literary criticism typically presents women as subjects.

True Signup and view all the answers

A systematic way of presenting facts and truthfulness is called a _____ review.

balanced Signup and view all the answers

What should you avoid when maintaining objectivity in critique?

Expressing personal judgment and using emotive language Signup and view all the answers

Study Notes

Academic Text Structure

Academic texts are formal and typically include an introduction, body, and conclusion.
Introduction provides background; body contains the main content; conclusion summarizes the text.

Six Aspects of Academic Writing

Writer’s purpose: the intent behind the writing.
Writing tone and style: influences the overall feel of the text.
Reader's goal: understanding what the reader aims to achieve.
Specific language: precise terminology relevant to the subject.
Organization: structured flow of ideas.
Discipline-specific: tailored to meet the norms of a field.

Text Structures

Narrative: tells a story or recounts events.
Chronological, Process, or Sequence: presents information in a time-based order.
Cause and Effect: analyzes reasons and outcomes.
Problem/Solution: addresses issues and proposes resolutions.
Compare and Contrast: highlights similarities and differences.
Definition or Description: outlines characteristics or explains terms.

Reading Techniques

Skimming: quick reading to grasp main ideas.
Scanning: searching for specific information within the text.

Data Collection Methods

Primary data collection: original data gathered for specific research.
Secondary data collection: analysis of existing data.

Citation Presentation

In-text citation: presents the source within the text (author's last name and year).
References/Bibliography: comprehensive list of sources at the document's end (e.g., APA 7th, MLA 9th, Chicago Manual Style).

Summarizing Techniques

Selection: focuses on identifying the main ideas.
Rejection: removes irrelevant details from the text.
Substitution: synthesizes multiple sentences into one coherent statement.

Formats in Summarizing

Idea Heading: summarized idea precedes the citation.
Author Heading: summarized idea follows the citation with an appropriate verb.
Date Heading: summarized idea follows the publication date.

Paraphrasing

Aims to restate text in one's own words, typically limited to five sentences.
RAP method: Read, Ask yourself, Put in your own words.

Thesis Statement Components

Topic: general subject of the writing.
Controlling idea: author's position or perspective.
Subtopic (optional): additional supporting details.

Organizing Information

Alphanumeric outline: standard format using letters and Roman numerals.
Full sentence outline: each point written as a complete sentence.
Decimal outline: utilizes decimals to categorize points.

Critical Writing Definition

Involves in-depth analysis and evaluation of a piece of work.

Writing a Good Critique

Summary: concise review highlighting strengths and weaknesses.
Analysis: interpretation and evaluation of significant points.
Critique: balanced discussion with critical evaluation.

Critical Approaches to Writing a Critique

Feminist: examines women's representation.
Marxist: focuses on economic class differences.
Reader-response: emphasizes reader interpretation.
Psychoanalytic: explores subconscious influences in literature.
New Historicism: situates literature within its historical context.
Queer: investigates identities and sexuality, particularly LGBTQ perspectives.

Balanced Review Characteristics

Systematic presentation of facts ensuring truthfulness.
Constructive criticism: offers feedback with specific improvement recommendations.

Structure of a Balanced Review

Introduction: conveys the main argument.
Summary: restates key points of the text.
Analysis & Evaluation: offers personal critique of the work.
Conclusion: synthesizes evaluation for final thoughts.

Description

This quiz covers key concepts of academic writing from Week 1 of the EAPP course. It discusses the structure of academic texts, including the introduction, body, and conclusion, and explores six essential aspects such as purpose, tone, and organization. Test your knowledge and understanding of these foundational elements in academic writing.