Properties of Well-Written Texts

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What is the primary purpose of transactional discourse?

To express personal opinions and feelings

To reveal the writer's identity

To encourage students to think critically

To provide detailed information on how something is done (correct)

What is the main characteristic of a well-written personal narrative?

Use of formal language

Unity of ideas in a paragraph

Directive in nature

Revealing something about the writer's identity (correct)

What type of language is typically used in academic, business, and official texts?

Informal language

Direct language

Formal language (correct)

Familiar language

What is the primary function of transitional devices in a text?

To connect words and allow smooth flow between sentences Signup and view all the answers

What is the term for language that is free from stereotypes and offensive remarks?

Unbiased language Signup and view all the answers

What is the term for a quality of being logical and well-organized?

Coherence Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary aim of a narration discourse?

To relate a series of events in a chronological order Signup and view all the answers

What type of discourse focuses on how language is used to form themes and convey ideologies?

Poetic discourse Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary function of the introduction in an academic discourse?

To state the significance of the topic and the issues that need to be addressed Signup and view all the answers

What type of discourse is used strictly for business communication such as letters, memos, and resumes?

Instructional discourse Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary function of the body in an academic discourse?

To discuss the methods of gathering information, present the findings and interpretation, and contain arguments Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary function of the conclusion in an academic discourse?

To reiterate the writer's claims and assert their stand Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary purpose of using inclusive language in writing?

To promote social change and contribute to achieving gender equality Signup and view all the answers

What is the main function of a Venn Diagram?

To show similarities and differences Signup and view all the answers

What is a key consideration for a writer when creating a topic outline?

To avoid biased language Signup and view all the answers

What is the purpose of using Roman numerals in a topic outline?

To indicate main ideas Signup and view all the answers

What is a Mind Map used to represent?

Knowledge of a concept or idea Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary purpose of a Hierarchical Topical Organizer?

To show the order of ideas and their place in a hierarchy Signup and view all the answers