Writing skills

1. Which of the following is NOT a key element of good writing?

• A) Clarity
• B) Complexity
• C) Coherence
• D) Conciseness

2. What does the term "revision" mean in the context of writing?

• A) Editing for grammar and spelling
• B) Completely rewriting the entire piece
• C) Making minor changes for clarity and style
• D) Proofreading for typos

3. What is the primary purpose of an introduction in an essay or article?

• A) To summarize the main points
• B) To provide background information
• C) To present the thesis or main idea
• D) To conclude the piece

4. What is the purpose of a topic sentence in a paragraph?

• A) To introduce a new topic
• B) To summarize the entire paragraph
• C) To provide evidence and examples
• D) To express the main point of the paragraph

5. Which of the following is NOT a reliable source for academic research?

• A) Peer-reviewed journal articles
• B) Personal blogs
• C) Books published by reputable publishers
• D) Government reports

6. What is the purpose of a conclusion in an essay?

• A) To introduce new ideas
• B) To restate the thesis and main points
• C) To present evidence and examples
• D) To create suspense for a sequel

7. Which of the following is an example of plagiarism in writing?

• A) Properly citing a source
• B) Quoting a source with attribution
• C) Copying someone else's work without permission or credit
• D) Paraphrasing a source with proper citation

8. What is the purpose of the introductory paragraph in an essay?

• A) To summarize the main points
• B) To hook the reader and provide context
• C) To conclude the essay
• D) To list references

9. What is the primary role of a thesis statement in academic writing?

• A) To provide a counter argument
• B) To introduce the main topic
• C) To present the main argument or claim
• D) To summarize the conclusion

10. Which of the following is an example of an informal writing style?

• A) Research paper
• B) Text message
• C) Business report
• D) Scientific article