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What is a primary characteristic of academic writing?
What is a primary characteristic of academic writing?
- Heavy reliance on personal opinions
- Focus on conversational language
- Use of complex grammar and varied linguistic features (correct)
- Casual tone and relaxed structure
What does the term 'hedging' refer to in academic writing?
What does the term 'hedging' refer to in academic writing?
- Using vague language to assert claims confidently
- Utilizing linguistic devices to express uncertainty or politeness (correct)
- Providing definitive conclusions without ambiguity
- Avoiding any form of structured argumentation
Which feature is NOT associated with academic writing?
Which feature is NOT associated with academic writing?
- Use of formal terminology
- Informality in language (correct)
- Clear and coherent structure
- Logical organization of ideas
Why is precision important in academic writing?
Why is precision important in academic writing?
What is the purpose of using formal words in academic writing?
What is the purpose of using formal words in academic writing?
Which of the following best describes the structure of academic writing?
Which of the following best describes the structure of academic writing?
What role does objectivity play in academic writing?
What role does objectivity play in academic writing?
How can academic writers show politeness in their writing?
How can academic writers show politeness in their writing?
Which feature of academic writing emphasizes the use of specific figures and precise information?
Which feature of academic writing emphasizes the use of specific figures and precise information?
What is the primary purpose of hedging in academic writing?
What is the primary purpose of hedging in academic writing?
In academic writing, which aspect contributes to the overall structure and clarity of an argument?
In academic writing, which aspect contributes to the overall structure and clarity of an argument?
Which of the following is NOT considered an essential feature of academic writing?
Which of the following is NOT considered an essential feature of academic writing?
How does complexity in academic writing differentiate it from spoken language?
How does complexity in academic writing differentiate it from spoken language?
Which purpose of formal language in academic writing is most significant?
Which purpose of formal language in academic writing is most significant?
What type of language should be avoided in academic writing?
What type of language should be avoided in academic writing?
Which of the following best describes the need for objectivity in academic writing?
Which of the following best describes the need for objectivity in academic writing?
What is one of the underlying reasons for using precise structure in academic writing?
What is one of the underlying reasons for using precise structure in academic writing?
Which statement regarding academic writing is accurate?
Which statement regarding academic writing is accurate?
Study Notes
Academic and Professional Purposes
- Academic purposes focus on the needs of students and future professionals in an academic environment.
- Professional purposes are defined as the English language needs of future professionals in the workplace.
Academic Writing
- Involves analytical writing that presents ideas systematically and logically.
- Essential features include complexity, precision, objectivity, accuracy, and formal language.
Features of Academic Writing
- Complexity: Incorporates varied linguistic structures compared to spoken language.
- Precision: Requires specific figures, dates, and definitions to support arguments.
- Objectivity and Accuracy: Focuses on arguments backed by evidence rather than assumptions.
Additional Features
- Formality: Avoids informal language and expressions to maintain a scholarly tone.
- Structure: Must follow a coherent and precise layout to guide readers through the argument.
- Hedging: Uses language tools to indicate uncertainty, politeness, and the potential for flaws in claims.
Purpose of Hedged Language
- Minimizes the risk of opposing views on claims made in academic writing.
- Adheres to the accepted standards of academic discourse.
- Establishes a politeness strategy, acknowledging the possibility of errors in one's claims.
Academic and Professional Purposes
- Academic purposes focus on the needs of students and future professionals in an academic environment.
- Professional purposes are defined as the English language needs of future professionals in the workplace.
Academic Writing
- Involves analytical writing that presents ideas systematically and logically.
- Essential features include complexity, precision, objectivity, accuracy, and formal language.
Features of Academic Writing
- Complexity: Incorporates varied linguistic structures compared to spoken language.
- Precision: Requires specific figures, dates, and definitions to support arguments.
- Objectivity and Accuracy: Focuses on arguments backed by evidence rather than assumptions.
Additional Features
- Formality: Avoids informal language and expressions to maintain a scholarly tone.
- Structure: Must follow a coherent and precise layout to guide readers through the argument.
- Hedging: Uses language tools to indicate uncertainty, politeness, and the potential for flaws in claims.
Purpose of Hedged Language
- Minimizes the risk of opposing views on claims made in academic writing.
- Adheres to the accepted standards of academic discourse.
- Establishes a politeness strategy, acknowledging the possibility of errors in one's claims.
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Description
This quiz explores the concept of English for Academic and Professional Purposes. It delves into the specific needs of students and future professionals in academic settings, as well as the language requirements for professionals in the workforce. Assess your understanding of how English is applied in these contexts.
