38 Questions
Which of the following is NOT a recommended way to start an introduction according to the text?
Provide a dictionary definition of a common word
What is the purpose of the middle part of an introduction, according to the text?
To introduce the sources and main context of the issue
What analogy does the text use to describe the structure of an introduction?
An inverted triangle
Which of the following is NOT a key aspect of logical flow in writing?
Using redundancies
What is the purpose of synthesis in writing?
To combine different sources into a whole
What is the given-new contract in writing?
A contract between ideas in a paper
What is the purpose of avoiding redundancies in writing?
To make sentences easier to understand
Which of the following is a reason for using quotations in academic papers?
To add credibility to your argument
According to the text, how many direct quotations per page are recommended in an academic essay?
1-2
According to APA style, when should the year of publication be featured in the text?
After any named source
What is the purpose of using signal phrases when introducing a quotation?
To provide context for the quotation
Which of the following is NOT a characteristic of a good conclusion?
Summarizes the main points of the essay
What is the purpose of a topic sentence in a body paragraph?
To introduce the topic of the paragraph
What should be included in the conclusion of a report dealing with a problem?
A recommendation for a specific course of action
What is the purpose of a concluding sentence in a body paragraph?
To provide a smooth transition into the next paragraph
Which of the following is an example of a wordy phrase that can be made more concise?
In a situation in which a class is overenrolled, you may request that the instructor force-add you.
Which of the following is NOT a reason to avoid using passive voice?
Passive voice is grammatically incorrect.
What is the purpose of transitional devices in writing?
To connect sentences and paragraphs together.
According to the text, what should be included at the end of each paragraph for better flow?
Transitional devices.
Which of the following is NOT a recommended way to start an introduction according to the text?
Provide a dictionary definition of a key term
What analogy does the text use to describe the structure of an introduction?
A triangle
According to the text, what should be included at the end of each paragraph for better flow?
A concluding sentence
According to the text, which of the following is a characteristic of passive voice?
It is usually wordy
What is the purpose of using transitional devices in writing?
To connect sentences and paragraphs together
According to the text, what is the recommended number of sentences to put at the end of each paragraph for better flow?
1-2 sentences
What is the purpose of avoiding redundancies in writing?
To make the writing more concise
Which of the following is NOT a reason to use quotations in academic papers?
To avoid using your own words
According to APA style, when should the year of publication be featured in the text?
Immediately after the author's name
What is the purpose of paraphrasing a source in your own words?
To avoid plagiarism and demonstrate understanding
What is the recommended number of direct quotations per page in an academic essay?
1-2
Which of the following is NOT a characteristic of a well-written paragraph?
Redundancy
What is the purpose of the given-new contract in writing?
To establish a sense of cohesion in a paper
Which of the following is NOT a recommended way to improve the flow of sentences within a paragraph?
Breaking down a concept/idea into its important parts/point
What is the purpose of avoiding wordiness in writing?
To improve clarity and flow of ideas
Which of the following is NOT a characteristic of an effective conclusion?
Summarizes the main points of the essay
When writing body paragraphs, it is important to avoid:
Using quotes that are not discussed in much length
What is the purpose of a topic sentence in a body paragraph?
To introduce the main idea of the paragraph and relate it back to the thesis
What is the purpose of using 'topic sentences' in an essay?
To give the essay a nice flow and show that it has been well organized
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