18 Questions
What is a common structure found in theses and dissertations?
Introduction, literature review, research design, discussion
Which type of academic text is characterized by varying in style, tone, and level?
Textbooks
What is a key feature of research articles?
Mainly written for researchers and postgraduate students
Which element is typically NOT part of a student essay?
Recommendations
In which type of academic text would you expect to find ideas for future researchers?
Research articles
Which type of academic text is most likely to involve several months or years of research and reflection?
Theses and dissertations
What is the purpose of summarizing?
To reproduce the overarching ideas in a condensed form
What is the main difference between Pepsi and Coke according to the text?
Nutritional content
What is the primary focus of enhancing research skills, as mentioned in the text?
Understanding published works better
What is the American Heritage College Dictionary's definition of a summary?
A presentation of material in a condensed form
What should be the size ratio between the original work and the summary according to the text?
The original work must be twice the size of your work
What is meant by 'the 4 'musts' for summarizing' as mentioned in the text?
A set of rules to follow when summarizing text
What is the purpose of the introduction in a research report?
To highlight why the research is important
How should the methods section be written in a research report?
Using subheadings for clear organization
What should the results section of a research report focus on?
Presenting objective descriptions of the findings
How can a researcher create a 'gap' in the introduction of their research report?
By identifying a problem in the existing literature
What is the recommended tense for writing paragraphs in the methods section?
Past tense
Why should tables and figures be labeled and numbered separately in the results section?
To make it easier for readers to understand the results
Explore the different types of academic texts such as textbooks, student essays, theses, and dissertations. Learn about their structures, purposes, and variations in style and tone.
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