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Which of the following is NOT a recommended way to start an introduction according to the text?

Quote an expert without introducing them first

Give some background information necessary for understanding the report

Mention a common misperception that your thesis will argue against

Provide a dictionary definition of a common word (correct)

What is the purpose of the middle part of an introduction, according to the text?

To grab the reader's attention

To provide a broad context about the topic

To introduce the sources and main context of the issue (correct)

To present the thesis statement

What analogy does the text use to describe the structure of an introduction?

A circle

A square

A pyramid

An inverted triangle (correct)

Which of the following is NOT a key aspect of logical flow in writing?

Using redundancies Signup and view all the answers

What is the purpose of synthesis in writing?

To combine different sources into a whole Signup and view all the answers

What is the given-new contract in writing?

A contract between ideas in a paper Signup and view all the answers

What is the purpose of avoiding redundancies in writing?

To make sentences easier to understand Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following is a reason for using quotations in academic papers?

To add credibility to your argument Signup and view all the answers

According to the text, how many direct quotations per page are recommended in an academic essay?

1-2 Signup and view all the answers

According to APA style, when should the year of publication be featured in the text?

After any named source Signup and view all the answers

What is the purpose of using signal phrases when introducing a quotation?

To provide context for the quotation Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following is NOT a characteristic of a good conclusion?

Summarizes the main points of the essay Signup and view all the answers

What is the purpose of a topic sentence in a body paragraph?

To introduce the topic of the paragraph Signup and view all the answers

What should be included in the conclusion of a report dealing with a problem?

A recommendation for a specific course of action Signup and view all the answers

What is the purpose of a concluding sentence in a body paragraph?

To provide a smooth transition into the next paragraph Signup and view all the answers

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. Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following is NOT a reason to avoid using passive voice?

Passive voice is grammatically incorrect. Signup and view all the answers

What is the purpose of transitional devices in writing?

To connect sentences and paragraphs together. Signup and view all the answers

According to the text, what should be included at the end of each paragraph for better flow?

Transitional devices. Signup and view all the answers

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 Signup and view all the answers

What analogy does the text use to describe the structure of an introduction?

A triangle Signup and view all the answers

According to the text, what should be included at the end of each paragraph for better flow?

A concluding sentence Signup and view all the answers

According to the text, which of the following is a characteristic of passive voice?

It is usually wordy Signup and view all the answers

What is the purpose of using transitional devices in writing?

To connect sentences and paragraphs together Signup and view all the answers

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 Signup and view all the answers

What is the purpose of avoiding redundancies in writing?

To make the writing more concise Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following is NOT a reason to use quotations in academic papers?

To avoid using your own words Signup and view all the answers

According to APA style, when should the year of publication be featured in the text?

Immediately after the author's name Signup and view all the answers

What is the purpose of paraphrasing a source in your own words?

To avoid plagiarism and demonstrate understanding Signup and view all the answers

What is the recommended number of direct quotations per page in an academic essay?

1-2 Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following is NOT a characteristic of a well-written paragraph?

Redundancy Signup and view all the answers

What is the purpose of the given-new contract in writing?

To establish a sense of cohesion in a paper Signup and view all the answers

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 Signup and view all the answers

What is the purpose of avoiding wordiness in writing?

To improve clarity and flow of ideas Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following is NOT a characteristic of an effective conclusion?

Summarizes the main points of the essay Signup and view all the answers

When writing body paragraphs, it is important to avoid:

Using quotes that are not discussed in much length Signup and view all the answers

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 Signup and view all the answers

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 Signup and view all the answers

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Which of the following is NOT a recommended way to start an introduction according to the text?

What is the purpose of the middle part of an introduction, according to the text?

What analogy does the text use to describe the structure of an introduction?

Which of the following is NOT a key aspect of logical flow in writing?

What is the purpose of synthesis in writing?

What is the given-new contract in writing?

What is the purpose of avoiding redundancies in writing?

Which of the following is a reason for using quotations in academic papers?

According to the text, how many direct quotations per page are recommended in an academic essay?

According to APA style, when should the year of publication be featured in the text?

What is the purpose of using signal phrases when introducing a quotation?

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 should be included in the conclusion of a report dealing with a problem?

What is the purpose of a concluding sentence in a body paragraph?

Which of the following is an example of a wordy phrase that can be made more concise?

Which of the following is NOT a reason to avoid using passive voice?

What is the purpose of transitional devices in writing?

According to the text, what should be included at the end of each paragraph for better flow?

Which of the following is NOT a recommended way to start an introduction according to the text?

What analogy does the text use to describe the structure of an introduction?

According to the text, what should be included at the end of each paragraph for better flow?

According to the text, which of the following is a characteristic of passive voice?

What is the purpose of using transitional devices in writing?

According to the text, what is the recommended number of sentences to put at the end of each paragraph for better flow?

What is the purpose of avoiding redundancies in writing?

Which of the following is NOT a reason to use quotations in academic papers?

According to APA style, when should the year of publication be featured in the text?

What is the purpose of paraphrasing a source in your own words?

What is the recommended number of direct quotations per page in an academic essay?

Which of the following is NOT a characteristic of a well-written paragraph?

What is the purpose of the given-new contract in writing?

Which of the following is NOT a recommended way to improve the flow of sentences within a paragraph?

What is the purpose of avoiding wordiness in writing?

Which of the following is NOT a characteristic of an effective conclusion?

When writing body paragraphs, it is important to avoid:

What is the purpose of a topic sentence in a body paragraph?

What is the purpose of using 'topic sentences' in an essay?

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