18 Questions
What is the purpose of the second draft according to Lindsay's laws?
To check for coherence and fluency of ideas
What should the Literature Review focus on according to Lindsay's laws?
The subject of the thesis
What is the main purpose of the Introduction chapter in a thesis according to Lindsay's laws?
To embody the hypothesis
Why is it recommended to start writing early according to Attikiouzel's aphorisms?
To spot errors early
What is the purpose of the General Discussion or Conclusions chapter?
To integrate the whole thesis and present its main points
What is recommended to avoid in writing individual chapters?
Boring repetition
What is the main benefit of writing a technical report?
It enables you to detect and correct any mistakes in your work
Which of the following is a recommended approach to writing a thesis?
Start with the chapters on your own experimental work
What is the purpose of the critical review of the literature?
To place your work in context and demonstrate its relevance
How should you approach estimating the time needed to write your thesis?
Estimate the time and then multiply it by three
What is the recommended approach to writing the introduction and conclusions of your thesis?
Write the introduction after writing the conclusions
What proportion of your PhD thesis should be about others' work?
One third
What is the primary purpose of the introductory pages in a thesis?
To create a lasting impression on the examiner
What should a literature review in a thesis provide?
A critical synthesis of the state of the knowledge
What is the main purpose of the hypothesis testing section in a thesis?
To test the hypothesis through carefully designed experiments
What should a thesis writer do to ensure the quality of the writing?
Read the thesis twice, once for ideas and once for editing
What do examiners look for in a thesis?
The quality of flow of ideas and the richness of the research
Why is it important to link the chapters in a thesis?
To ensure that ideas are connected and referenced throughout the thesis
Learn how to write a technical report effectively, to reflect on your work and detect any mistakes before moving on. Develop confidence in writing by starting with chapters on your own experimental work.
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