EAPP Lesson 1 WW#2

The Language of Academic Texts: 12th Grade Assessment 1. Which of the following best describes the structure of an academic text?

• Introduction, climax, resolution

• Abstract, methodology, results

• Introduction, body, conclusion

• Thesis, antithesis, synthesis

Answer explanation

The best description of the structure of an academic text is Introduction, body, conclusion.

What is the primary purpose of using citations in academic writing?

• To impress the reader with the author's knowledge

• To avoid plagiarism and acknowledge sources

• To increase the word count of the text

• To confuse the reader with extra information

Answer explanation

To avoid plagiarism and acknowledge sources

Which point of view is most commonly used in academic writing?

• First person

• Second person

• Third person

• Omniscient narrator

Answer explanation

Third person is the most commonly used point of view in academic writing as it provides a more objective and formal tone.

What does the term "lexically varied vocabulary" mean in the context of academic writing?

• Using only simple words

• Repeating the same words frequently

• Using a wide range of sophisticated words

• Using slang and colloquialisms

Answer explanation

Lexically varied vocabulary in academic writing means using a wide range of sophisticated words to enhance the quality and depth of the writing.

Which of the following is NOT a characteristic of academic language?

• Formal tone

• Objective stance

• Emotional appeals

• Technical terminology

Answer explanation

Emotional appeals is NOT a characteristic of academic language. Academic language typically avoids emotional language and focuses on formal tone, objective stance, and technical terminology.

What is the purpose of a thesis statement in an academic text?

• To summarize the entire paper

• To present the main argument or claim

• To introduce the author's personal opinion

• To list all the topics that will be covered

Answer explanation

To present the main argument or claim

Which of the following is an example of cautious language in academic writing?

• "This proves without a doubt…"

• "The data suggests that…"

• "It is absolutely certain that…"

• "Everyone knows that…"

Answer explanation

The example of cautious language in academic writing is 'The data suggests that...' as it indicates a level of uncertainty rather than absolute certainty.

What is the primary function of a literature review in academic writing?

• To demonstrate the author's reading skills

• To fill space in the paper

• To provide context and show gaps in existing research

• To criticize other researchers' work

Answer explanation

To provide context and show gaps in existing research

Which of the following is NOT a typical characteristic of academic texts?

• Evidence-based arguments

• Complex ideas requiring critical thinking

• Anecdotal evidence as the main support

• Formal and logical structure

Answer explanation

Anecdotal evidence as the main support is NOT a typical characteristic of academic texts, which usually rely on evidence-based arguments and a formal structure.

What does it mean for academic writing to be "thesis-driven"?

• The text focuses on proving or disproving a specific position

• The writing is based solely on the author's personal experiences

• The paper includes many quotes from famous theorists

• The text avoids taking any definitive stance on issues

Answer explanation

The text focuses on proving or disproving a specific position