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Which type of text is written by professionals or experts in a particular field?
Which type of text is written by professionals or experts in a particular field?
What is the language used in textbooks, classrooms, tests, and each discipline called?
What is the language used in textbooks, classrooms, tests, and each discipline called?
What is the difference between academic language and everyday spoken English?
What is the difference between academic language and everyday spoken English?
What is the defining characteristic of academic texts?
What is the defining characteristic of academic texts?
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What is the purpose of essays?
What is the purpose of essays?
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Which type of language is used in textbooks, classrooms, tests, and each discipline?
Which type of language is used in textbooks, classrooms, tests, and each discipline?
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What is the purpose of essays?
What is the purpose of essays?
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Which type of text is specifically designed to help learners for specific subjects or disciplines?
Which type of text is specifically designed to help learners for specific subjects or disciplines?
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What is the defining characteristic of academic texts?
What is the defining characteristic of academic texts?
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What is the difference between academic language and everyday spoken English?
What is the difference between academic language and everyday spoken English?
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Study Notes
Academic Texts
- Professionals or experts in a particular field write academic texts.
- Academic language is used in textbooks, classrooms, tests, and each discipline.
- Academic language is more formal and precise than everyday spoken English. It focuses on clarity, conciseness, and objectivity.
- Clarity, conciseness, and objectivity are defining characteristics of academic texts.
- Textbooks are specifically designed to help learners for specific subjects or disciplines.
- The purpose of essays is to present a reasoned argument or analysis of a topic.
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Description
Test your knowledge of English for Academic and Professional Purposes with this Midterm Reviewer quiz. This quiz will cover topics such as academic texts and their defining characteristics, including their critical, objective, and specialized nature. You will also be tested on your understanding of academic language and its formal style and tone. Put your knowledge to the test and prepare for your upcoming midterm with this comprehensive review quiz.