Features of Academic Writing Quiz: English 7 Quarter 4 Review

Questions and Answers

What is the primary purpose of academic writing?

To entertain and inspire readers

To persuade readers to a particular point of view

To communicate ideas and information to a wider audience (correct)

To express personal views and emotions

Which feature of academic writing avoids the use of personal pronouns such as 'I', 'we', and 'you'?

Structure

Formality

Impersonality (correct)

Objectivity

What is the key difference between literary and academic writing?

Academic writing is more formal, while literary writing is more informal

Literary writing is more persuasive, while academic writing is more informative

Academic writing is more creative, while literary writing is more factual

Literary writing is more subjective, while academic writing is more objective (correct)

What is the primary goal of interpersonal communication?

To exchange ideas and feelings between individuals Signup and view all the answers

What should be avoided in academic writing to maintain formality?

The use of two-word verbs and verb phrases Signup and view all the answers

What is the typical structure of academic writing?

Introduction, body, and conclusion Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary means of communication in verbal communication?

Using written or oral words to exchange information Signup and view all the answers

What is the purpose of using an auxiliary to ask a question in a conversation?

To ask a follow-up informative question Signup and view all the answers

What is the definition of accuracy in the context of materials viewed?

Freedom from mistake or error Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary way to combat fake news?

Being aware of the problem and stopping the spread of fake news Signup and view all the answers

What is the role of posture in non-verbal communication?

To reflect confidence or attitude Signup and view all the answers

What is the purpose of considering the authority of a source in evaluating materials?

To determine the credibility of the source Signup and view all the answers

Study Notes

Features of Academic Writing

Academic writing communicates ideas, information, and research to a wider academic community.
Examples of academic writing include book reviews, critique papers, essays, movie reviews, reports, and research papers.
It must have a basic structure, including introduction, body, and conclusion.
Academic writing emphasizes the argument or information rather than the writer himself (objectivity).
It involves presenting and evaluating issues in an objective position, avoiding the use of I, we, and you (impersonality).
Formal language is used, avoiding contractions, informal or colloquial words, clichés, and figures of speech.

Interpersonal Communication Strategies

Interpersonal communication is the process of exchanging ideas and feelings between two or more people through verbal and non-verbal methods.
Verbal communication involves using words to communicate through written or oral words.
Non-verbal communication involves expressing or exchanging information without using spoken or written words.
Examples of non-verbal communication include body language, touch, eye contact, gestures, space, movement, posture, paralanguage, and facial expressions.

Strategies in Encouraging Conversation

Using a short response to show that you are listening (e.g. "Is that so?", "And then?").
Using an auxiliary to ask a question (e.g. "You do?", "He did?").
Repeating a keyword or phrase.
Asking follow-up informative questions.
Using body language that shows you are listening.
Expanding comments or suggestions.

Truth and Accuracy in Materials Viewed

Truth refers to the body of real things, events, and facts, and the property of being in accord with fact or reality.
Accuracy refers to freedom from mistake or error and conformity to truth or to a standard.
Factors to consider in distinguishing truthfulness and accuracy of a material include:
- Currency (timeliness of the information)
- Relevance or coverage (importance of the information in relation to the topic)
- Authority (considering the source)
- Accuracy (reliability, truthfulness, and correctness of the informational content)
- Purpose/objectivity (the reason the information exists)

Recognizing Fake News

Fake news refers to news articles or other items that are deliberately false and intended to manipulate the viewer.
Suggestions for recognizing fake news include:
- Paying attention to the domain and URL
- Reading the "About Us" section
- Looking at the quotes in a story and who said them
- Checking the comments
- Performing a reverse image search

Combating Fake News

Be aware of the problem
Think critically
Check facts against reliable sources
Stop the spread of fake news

Description

Test your understanding of the key features of academic and literary writing, including examples of each type. Learn to distinguish between objective, informative writing and subjective, creative expression.