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Which of the following is NOT a suggested method for writing an effective introduction?
Which of the following is NOT a suggested method for writing an effective introduction?
- Using a startling statistic
- Using a brief narrative or anecdote
- Quoting an expert
- Providing dictionary definitions (correct)
According to the text, what should be included in the middle part of an introduction?
According to the text, what should be included in the middle part of an introduction?
- Personal reflection
- Common misperception
- Thesis statement
- Background information (correct)
What is the purpose of organizing data logically and coherently in a report?
What is the purpose of organizing data logically and coherently in a report?
- To make the report more visually appealing
- To make the report easier to understand (correct)
- To make the report longer
- To make the report more interesting
According to the text, how many direct quotations per page is recommended for an academic essay?
According to the text, how many direct quotations per page is recommended for an academic essay?
What is the purpose of quoting in academic papers, according to the text?
What is the purpose of quoting in academic papers, according to the text?
Which tense should be used when citing the work of others in APA style?
Which tense should be used when citing the work of others in APA style?
What is the purpose of a signal phrase in introducing a quotation?
What is the purpose of a signal phrase in introducing a quotation?
Which of the following is NOT a characteristic of a good conclusion?
Which of the following is NOT a characteristic of a good conclusion?
What is the purpose of a topic sentence in a body paragraph?
What is the purpose of a topic sentence in a body paragraph?
Which of the following is NOT a common pitfall to avoid when writing body paragraphs?
Which of the following is NOT a common pitfall to avoid when writing body paragraphs?
What are the three main parts of a paragraph?
What are the three main parts of a paragraph?
Which of the following is NOT a way to ensure logical flow in writing?
Which of the following is NOT a way to ensure logical flow in writing?
What is the purpose of synthesis in writing?
What is the purpose of synthesis in writing?
What is the difference between cohesion and coherence in writing?
What is the difference between cohesion and coherence in writing?
What is the recommended approach to wordiness in writing?
What is the recommended approach to wordiness in writing?
Which of the following is a wordy phrase that can be eliminated to make the sentence more concise?
Which of the following is a wordy phrase that can be eliminated to make the sentence more concise?
Which of the following is an example of a transitional device?
Which of the following is an example of a transitional device?
What is the purpose of using active voice in writing?
What is the purpose of using active voice in writing?
Why is passive voice often considered wordy?
Why is passive voice often considered wordy?
