Understanding Time Management and Academic Writing

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What verb form is used correctly after 'helps them' in the corrected version of the article?

  • prioritizing
  • prioritized
  • prioritize (correct)
  • to prioritize

What aspect of email formatting was corrected in the business email?

  • Changed the closing statement
  • Inserted line breaks (correct)
  • Added a subject line
  • Included bullet points

Which punctuation error was corrected in the greeting of the business email?

  • A semicolon was replaced
  • A full stop was added
  • A missing comma was added (correct)
  • An exclamation mark was removed

Which consequence of poor time management is mentioned in the short article?

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In the corrected version of the climate change article, what key issue is highlighted?

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What is one of the reasons provided for the lack of comma use in the corrected article?

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What should ideally be on separate lines in a properly formatted email?

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What does poor time management primarily affect according to the short article?

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What is the primary issue discussed in the content related to biodiversity?

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Which ecosystems are highlighted as particularly fragile in the context of climate change?

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What grammatical correction is necessary for the phrase "Neither of the students have completed their assignments"?

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Which of the following words is incorrectly spelled in the mini-game examples?

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What punctuation correction is needed in the sentence "The conference which was scheduled for next week has been postponed until further notice"?

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Why might citations be necessary in academic writing as mentioned in the content?

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Which statement is correct regarding the impact of climate change on biodiversity?

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What is the purpose of the proofreading exercises mentioned in the content?

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Flashcards

Time Management Skill

The ability to effectively organize and allocate time to complete tasks efficiently.

Email Formatting

Proper arrangement of email elements, including greetings, paragraphs, and closings.

Climate Change Impact on Biodiversity

Climate change is forcing species to adapt or face extinction.

Reschedule a Meeting

To change the planned time of a meeting.

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Formal Email Greeting

A conventional greeting used in professional emails, typically followed by a comma.

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Infinitive Use

The base form of a verb used with certain words to signal a purpose or action, e.g., 'to prioritize'.

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Fragile Ecosystems

Environments that are easily disrupted and vulnerable to damage.

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Biodiversity Impact

Significant effect of climate change on the variety of life forms on Earth.

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Species Adaptation or Extinction

Species are forced to evolve or face disappearance from the planet due to environmental changes.

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Accommodate

To adjust or make suitable for a purpose.

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Separate

To divide into different parts or groups.

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Occurred

To take place or happen.

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Receive

To get or obtain something.

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Non-restrictive Clause

A clause that provides extra information and can be removed without changing the sentence's basic meaning, usually set off by commas.

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Singular Verb

A verb that agrees with a singular subject.

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Plural Verb

A verb that agrees with a plural subject.

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Study Notes

Time Management Article

  • Time management is a crucial skill for students.
  • Students often struggle with prioritization and meeting deadlines.
  • Effective time management reduces stress and improves academic performance.

Business Email Explanation

  • The original email's wording is grammatically sound, but the corrected version is unnecessary.
  • A more concise phrasing is provided by removing extra words.
  • The original email format was corrected in the revised version -Proper punctuation, sentence separation, and spacing were addressed.

Climate Change Effects on Biodiversity

  • Climate change significantly impacts biodiversity.
  • Species are forced to adapt or face extinction.
  • Fragile ecosystems like coral reefs and rainforests are particularly vulnerable.
  • No grammatical errors in the excerpt provided.

Academic Writing Formatting

  • Commas are needed to set off nonrestrictive phrases (e.g., "which was scheduled for next week").
  • 'Neither' requires a singular verb ('has' instead of 'have').
  • Proper citations are necessary in academic writing, especially in research papers.

Grammar Grapple

  • The word "neither" with its singular form of verb, means that the student has completed the assignments.
  • Proper use and correct phrasing of verbs and subjects are important.
  • Grammatical accuracy and clarity are essential to avoid confusion.

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