Understanding Facts Quiz
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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?

  • Opinion
  • Convention
  • Preference (correct)
  • Fact
  • 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?

    <p>Informative Texts</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the purpose of a persuasive essay?

    <p>To convince readers to accept a point of view</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Why should abbreviations be avoided in academic writing?

    <p>Abbreviations can lead to misunderstandings</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which type of statement is consistent with reality or can be proven with evidence?

    <p>Fact</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What should opinions be supported by to be considered valuable?

    <p>Facts</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following is an example of an opinion?

    <p>Teachers should use social media to improve student engagement.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    How can you differentiate between a fact and an opinion?

    <p>By analyzing the evidence supporting the statement.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What usually determines if a statement is a fact?

    <p>If it is consistent with reality and can be proven.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Why should opinions be handled carefully in discussions or debates?

    <p>Opinions can be subjective and lack factual basis.</p> Signup and view all the answers

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