How to Write a Concept Paper and Explain Concepts

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What is the primary purpose of a concept paper?

To persuade potential funders to support a product, program, or service (correct)
To provide a detailed analysis of a text
To present the different interpretations possible for a term
To explain the history and context of a literary work

Which of the following is NOT a component of a formal sentence definition?

The distinguishing characteristics of the term
The class it belongs to
The term being defined
The size of the term's market (correct)

What is explication in the context of research and literary criticism?

The close analysis and interpretation of a text or an excerpt from a longer text (correct)
A method of identifying foreign borrowing in texts
A method of translating texts from French to English
The practice of presenting multiple interpretations for a literary work

What is explication de texte?

A practice in French literary studies of closely examining the language of a text to determine meaning (C) Signup and view all the answers

In research and literary criticism, what does explication involve?

Interpreting and explaining sentences, verses, quotes, or passages from a literary or academic work in a detailed way (A) Signup and view all the answers

Which term is synonymous with explication?

Exegesis (A) Signup and view all the answers

What is the main difference between an explication and a paraphrase?

An explication makes explicit what is implicit, while a paraphrase sets forth the gist of the meaning. (B) Signup and view all the answers

How does an explication differ from a paraphrase in terms of analyzing the Gettysburg Address?

An explication focuses on biblical echoes, while a paraphrase focuses on establishing the solemnity and holiness of the occasion. (A) Signup and view all the answers

In an explication, what is the significance of mentioning 'fathers' in relation to the Gettysburg Address?

It evokes the language of the Bible, establishing solemnity and holiness. (D) Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary objective of an explication?

To reveal implicit meanings by making them explicit. (D) Signup and view all the answers

How does an explication differ from clarification?

An explication reveals implicit meanings, while clarification makes something more clear or easier to understand. (D) Signup and view all the answers

What distinguishes an explication from a paraphrase when discussing the Gettysburg Address?

An explication mentions biblical echoes, while a paraphrase focuses on establishing solemnity through rephrasing. (C) Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary focus of an explication?

To reveal implied meanings and connotations (A) Signup and view all the answers

How does an explication differ from a paraphrase?

An explication makes explicit what is implicit, while a paraphrase rewords the text to set forth the gist of the meaning (B) Signup and view all the answers

What distinguishes an explication from a paraphrase when discussing the Gettysburg Address?

An explication evokes the language of the Bible, while a paraphrase analyzes the tone of the speech (C) Signup and view all the answers

What does an explication entail in terms of analyzing a concept?

Analyzing the concept by looking at examples and providing explicit explanations (A) Signup and view all the answers

Which term is synonymous with explication?

Clarification (C) Signup and view all the answers

In an explication, what is the significance of mentioning 'fathers' in relation to the Gettysburg Address?

'Fathers' initiates a chain of images of birth, continued in other parts of the speech (A) Signup and view all the answers

What is the purpose of a concept paper?

To convince potential funders to support a product, program, or service (A) Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following is a component of a formal sentence definition?

The term being defined, the class it belongs to, and its distinguishing characteristics (C) Signup and view all the answers

What is explication in the context of research and literary criticism?

A method of explanation involving detailed interpretation and analysis of a text (C) Signup and view all the answers

In what way does explication differ from paraphrase?

Paraphrase provides a detailed interpretation, while explication focuses on restating the text in different words (C) Signup and view all the answers

What does the term 'explication de texte' refer to?

A practice in French literary studies involving closely examining the language of a text to determine meaning (A) Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary objective of explication?

To closely examine and explain the meaning of a text (C) Signup and view all the answers

Flashcards

Concept Paper Purpose

Convince potential funders to support a product, program, or service

Formal Sentence Definition Component

The term, class, and distinguishing features