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What type of writing is academic writing?
What type of writing is academic writing?
- Formal and impersonal (correct)
- Opinion-based and subjective
- Fictional and creative
- Informal and personal
Which type of assertion is based on personal choice?
Which type of assertion is based on personal choice?
- Opinion
- Convention
- Preference (correct)
- Fact
What is the main characteristic of a fallacy?
What is the main characteristic of a fallacy?
- It provides logical arguments
- It is based on verified observations
- It uses accurate information
- It renders an argument logically invalid (correct)
Which type of texts aim to provide factual information?
Which type of texts aim to provide factual information?
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What is the purpose of a persuasive essay?
What is the purpose of a persuasive essay?
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Why should abbreviations be avoided in academic writing?
Why should abbreviations be avoided in academic writing?
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Which type of statement is consistent with reality or can be proven with evidence?
Which type of statement is consistent with reality or can be proven with evidence?
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What should opinions be supported by to be considered valuable?
What should opinions be supported by to be considered valuable?
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Which of the following is an example of an opinion?
Which of the following is an example of an opinion?
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How can you differentiate between a fact and an opinion?
How can you differentiate between a fact and an opinion?
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What usually determines if a statement is a fact?
What usually determines if a statement is a fact?
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Why should opinions be handled carefully in discussions or debates?
Why should opinions be handled carefully in discussions or debates?
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