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What characterizes academic texts?
What characterizes academic texts?
- They include well-structured arguments supported by credible sources. (correct)
- They are written using everyday language.
- They rely solely on personal opinions.
- They are primarily focused on narratives and creative writing.
What is the primary purpose of legal language?
What is the primary purpose of legal language?
- To provide personal viewpoints on current events.
- To entertain audiences through fictional narratives.
- To express emotional sentiments.
- To communicate formal accusations and legal procedures. (correct)
Which of the following best describes jargon?
Which of the following best describes jargon?
- Technical language that is easily understood by everyone.
- Casual language used in informal settings.
- Specialized words used by particular professions that can be difficult for outsiders. (correct)
- Language used in everyday communication.
Which statement is true regarding journalistic language?
Which statement is true regarding journalistic language?
What is an autopsy commonly performed for?
What is an autopsy commonly performed for?
What distinguishes literary language from other language registers?
What distinguishes literary language from other language registers?
What is the role of MIMS in the medical field?
What is the role of MIMS in the medical field?
Which feature is NOT typical of non-academic texts?
Which feature is NOT typical of non-academic texts?
What is the primary characteristic of academic language?
What is the primary characteristic of academic language?
Which of the following best describes legal language?
Which of the following best describes legal language?
What type of language is commonly found in novels and poetry?
What type of language is commonly found in novels and poetry?
How does medical language primarily function?
How does medical language primarily function?
Journalistic language is primarily associated with which of the following?
Journalistic language is primarily associated with which of the following?
What does the term 'linguistic register' refer to?
What does the term 'linguistic register' refer to?
Which of the following is an example of jargon?
Which of the following is an example of jargon?
Which vocabulary term refers to a formal accusation in legal terms?
Which vocabulary term refers to a formal accusation in legal terms?
What defines the style of academic texts?
What defines the style of academic texts?
Which of the following best describes medical terminology?
Which of the following best describes medical terminology?
What is a characteristic feature of the linguistic register in law?
What is a characteristic feature of the linguistic register in law?
Which option describes the primary challenge of literary language?
Which option describes the primary challenge of literary language?
What is one primary role of journalistic language?
What is one primary role of journalistic language?
How does jargon impact communication in professional registers?
How does jargon impact communication in professional registers?
What is a distinct feature of academic and professional registers?
What is a distinct feature of academic and professional registers?
Which term is specifically related to the structure of medical documentation?
Which term is specifically related to the structure of medical documentation?
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Study Notes
Language in Academic Texts
- Academic language is distinct from everyday spoken English, found in textbooks, classrooms, and tests.
- Linguistic registers are specific language uses associated with particular professions, such as medical or legal fields.
- Different disciplines have unique vocabulary and structures to convey information effectively.
Types of Academic Language
- Medical Language: Defines components and processes of the human body, diseases, and pharmacology.
- Legal Language: Used by legal professionals, characterized by specific terminology relevant to legal processes.
- Journalistic Language: Focused on presenting news, shaping narratives, and providing information distinct from other language uses.
- Literary Language: Employed in literary writing, featuring more artistic and expressive elements.
Important Vocabulary
- Jargon: Specialized terms used within a specific profession; may be difficult for outsiders to understand.
- Legal Indictment: A formal felony accusation requiring evidence, initiated by a grand jury.
- Autopsy: A surgical examination of a corpse to ascertain cause of death or identify disease.
- Sob Story: A sentimental narrative designed to evoke pity.
- MIMS: A pharmaceutical reference guide in the UK, providing detailed drug information since 1959.
Characteristics of Academic Texts
- Academic texts include theories and concepts pertinent to their specific discipline.
- Well-structured with clear introduction, body, and conclusion.
- Must include credible sources that are properly cited to support claims and information.
Differences Between Academic and Non-Academic Texts
- Academic texts emphasize organization, unity, and coherence in their presentation of information.
- Non-academic texts may lack formal structure or rely on anecdotal evidence rather than scholarly sources.
MIMS Coding System
- C: Content
- D: Dosage
- I: Indication
- CI: Contraindications
- SP: Special Precautions
- AR: Adverse Reactions
- DR: Drug Interactions
- P/P: Presentation and Packing
Understanding Linguistic Register
- Registers reflect the language variety linked to specific social situations or professions.
- Each professional field, such as law or medicine, has its vocabulary, making communication between disciplines challenging.
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