Types of Academic Texts

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What are the essential components of a research article?

Introduction, Methodology, Results, Recommendations

Background, Literature Review, Discussion

Introduction, Body, Conclusion

Introduction, Literature Review, Discussion, Conclusion (correct)

In which academic text is it common to find Recommendations for future researchers?

Student Essays

Research Articles (correct)

Case Studies

Theses and Dissertations

Which academic text is likely to have a structure that includes Research Design or Methodology?

Theses and Dissertations (correct)

Student Essays

Textbooks

Research Articles

What distinguishes Case Studies from other academic texts?

They provide detailed examinations of specific instances in various disciplines Signup and view all the answers

Which type of academic text is most likely to have a section dedicated to Background to the research and method?

Research Articles Signup and view all the answers

In what kinds of academic texts would one expect to find summaries and review quizzes to aid students?

Textbooks Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary purpose of reports in academic writing?

To describe events and evaluate their importance Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following is NOT typically included in EAPP reports?

List of references used Signup and view all the answers

What should readers do to make it easier to understand academic texts?

Highlight, underline, or mark essential passages Signup and view all the answers

What is a typical structure of a descriptive text mentioned in the content?

Context, Description of setting, Changes over time, Headings Signup and view all the answers

Where can readers find reliable sources for academic reading?

Google Scholar and Ebsco Host Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following is NOT a component typically found in a research article structure?

Human Interest Story Signup and view all the answers

What is the purpose of the INTRODUCTION section in a research article?

To explain why the research is important and reveal a gap in the field Signup and view all the answers

Why should the paragraphs in the METHODS section of a research article be written in past tense and passive voice?

To enable readers to duplicate the study conducted Signup and view all the answers

What is the main focus of the RESULTS section in a research article?

To present the findings with objective descriptions Signup and view all the answers

Which section of a research article includes information about the population, sample, methods, and instrumentation used for the study?

METHODS Signup and view all the answers

What is one key aspect of writing the INTRODUCTION section of a research article?

Describing the problem that motivates the research and identifying a gap in the field Signup and view all the answers

Why is it crucial to label and number all tables and figures separately in a research article?

To make it easier for readers to understand the study Signup and view all the answers