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Which modal verb indicates the highest level of certainty?
Which modal verb indicates the highest level of certainty?
- Maybe
- Could
- Will (correct)
- Might
In a persuasive text, which element serves to establish the writer's credibility?
In a persuasive text, which element serves to establish the writer's credibility?
- Logos
- Pathos
- Ethos (correct)
- Conclusion
What is the primary purpose of a persuasive text?
What is the primary purpose of a persuasive text?
- To argue a point of view (correct)
- To entertain the reader
- To inform about a topic
- To narrate a personal story
Which of the following is NOT considered an appeal to logic in persuasive writing?
Which of the following is NOT considered an appeal to logic in persuasive writing?
Which of the following best describes the structure of a persuasive text?
Which of the following best describes the structure of a persuasive text?
What is the main purpose of academic writing?
What is the main purpose of academic writing?
Which of the following is a characteristic of qualitative research?
Which of the following is a characteristic of qualitative research?
Which of the following statements accurately reflects the basic grammatical structure of research reports?
Which of the following statements accurately reflects the basic grammatical structure of research reports?
In quantitative research, what differentiates descriptive research from experimental research?
In quantitative research, what differentiates descriptive research from experimental research?
What is the correct definition of a 'hypothesis' in research terminology?
What is the correct definition of a 'hypothesis' in research terminology?
Which aspect of academic writing is NOT emphasized?
Which aspect of academic writing is NOT emphasized?
What is the role of a bibliography in a research report?
What is the role of a bibliography in a research report?
Which period in Greek history is characterized by the emergence of Homeric literature?
Which period in Greek history is characterized by the emergence of Homeric literature?
What is one of the key qualities of Greek literature that contributes to its timelessness?
What is one of the key qualities of Greek literature that contributes to its timelessness?
Which of the following is NOT included as one of the major forms of Greek art?
Which of the following is NOT included as one of the major forms of Greek art?
Which Greek poet is considered one of the four great tragic poets alongside the Greco-Roman tradition?
Which Greek poet is considered one of the four great tragic poets alongside the Greco-Roman tradition?
What does the Hellenic festival celebrate?
What does the Hellenic festival celebrate?
In what sense is Greek literature described as 'essentially full of artistry'?
In what sense is Greek literature described as 'essentially full of artistry'?
Which of the following statements about Greek literature is true regarding its originality?
Which of the following statements about Greek literature is true regarding its originality?
Which city is known as the capital of the Hellenic Republic?
Which city is known as the capital of the Hellenic Republic?
What was the significance of the period of decline in Greek history?
What was the significance of the period of decline in Greek history?
What is included in a parenthetical citation in APA style?
What is included in a parenthetical citation in APA style?
When quoting directly in APA format, what must be included in the citation?
When quoting directly in APA format, what must be included in the citation?
Which statement about citations with unknown authors is correct?
Which statement about citations with unknown authors is correct?
What should be used when citing works by three or more authors in APA style?
What should be used when citing works by three or more authors in APA style?
Which of the following correctly shows the addition of an author with the same last name in a citation?
Which of the following correctly shows the addition of an author with the same last name in a citation?
When referencing a source without a publication date, what abbreviation is used in the citation?
When referencing a source without a publication date, what abbreviation is used in the citation?
What is the correct way to format a citation for a work by two authors within the text?
What is the correct way to format a citation for a work by two authors within the text?
In APA style, what is the requirement for the use of past or present perfect tense in signal phrases?
In APA style, what is the requirement for the use of past or present perfect tense in signal phrases?
What format should the page number be in a citation for a direct quote?
What format should the page number be in a citation for a direct quote?
Study Notes
Modals
- Modals express levels of certainty regarding actions or events.
- Categories include low certainty (e.g., perhaps, maybe), moderate certainty (e.g., likely, probably), and high certainty (e.g., is, must).
Persuasive Texts
- Persuasive texts aim to convince a specific audience of a particular viewpoint.
- Structure includes an introduction (subject), arguments (factual reasons), and a conclusion (suggested action).
- Ethos: Appeals to the writer's credibility and ethics.
- Logos: Appeals to logic through evidence, statistics, and analysis.
- Pathos: Appeals to the readers’ emotions and relatability.
Simple Research Report
- Academic writing displays clear, concise, structured content supported by evidence.
- A formal tone avoids first-person language, contractions, colloquialisms, and slang.
Grammatical Structure of Research Reports
- Guidelines include avoiding sentence-ending prepositions, repetition, and using proper punctuation.
- Emphasizes complete sentences and maintaining subject-verb agreement.
Types of Research Paper
- Qualitative: Expressed through words, focuses on understanding concepts and experiences.
- Quantitative: Expressed through numbers and graphs, used to test theories by collecting data before analysis.
Research Paper Types
- Descriptive: Measures subjects once to establish variable associations.
- Experimental: Involves controlled data manipulation to observe effects.
Technical Research Terms
- Bibliography: List of cited sources in a research paper.
- Hypothesis: Tentative explanation predicting a relationship between variables.
In-text Citations
- Types include parenthetical (author's name and date together) and narrative (author's name integrated in text).
- Proper use of page numbers required for direct quotes.
Research Paper Structure
- Elements include cover page, abstract, introduction, literature review, methodology, results, conclusion, recommendations, reference list, bibliography, and appendices.
APA Referencing
- Supports arguments, acknowledges influences, and prevents plagiarism.
- Guidelines for citing one author, multiple authors, and group authors.
- Differences for unknown authors and versions by the same author.
Journal and Book Referencing
- Specific format for citing articles and books, including publication year and titles.
Digital Object Identifier (DOI)
- Unique identifier for electronic documents, essential for academic citations.
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Prepare for your English exam with this comprehensive quiz covering modals and persuasive texts. Explore different levels of certainty in modals and learn the fundamentals of crafting persuasive arguments. Test your knowledge and boost your confidence before the exam!
