Group Quiz

What is academic language?

• Slang and colloquial expressions

• The language used in academic settings, such as schools and universities

• Technical jargon used by professionals

True or False: Academic language is the same across all academic disciplines.

• TRUE

• FALSE

Which of the following is an example of academic language used in a history class?

• "Let's hang out after school."

• "Discuss the socioeconomic factors that led to the American Revolution."

• "Can I borrow your pen?"

What is the key to developing academic language skills?

• Using slang and colloquial expressions frequently

• Reading widely and practicing writing

• Avoiding discussions and debates

Why is academic language important in different disciplines?

• It makes communication more casual and relatable.

• It encourages critical thinking.

• It's only used in literature and history classes.

In which discipline might you find the academic language term "photosynthesis"?

• Literature

• Biology

• Music

True or False: Academic language is only important in school and not in the real world.

• TRUE

• FALSE

What does it mean to have a "growth mindset" regarding academic language development?

• Believing that academic language is not important

• Believing that academic language skills can improve with effort and practice

• Believing that academic language is fixed and cannot be improved

Which of the following best describes the use of academic language in an academic paper?

• Using slang to make the paper more interesting

• Using precise language and proper grammar to communicate ideas effectively

• Avoiding complex vocabulary to make the paper easier to understand

Why is academic language important beyond the classroom?

• It's not important outside of school.

• It's crucial for success in various careers and professions.

• It's only relevant in literature and history.