LQ #1 in EAPP

What is the primary purpose of academic texts?

• To inform the reader with non-biased facts

• To express personal opinions

• To entertain the reader

• To persuade the audience

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CCSS.RI.11-12.5

CCSS.RI.6.5

CCSS.RI.7.5

CCSS.RI.8.5

CCSS.RI.9-10.5

Which of the following is an example of an academic text?

• Personal journal

• Text message

• Research paper

• Memoir

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CCSS.RI.11-12.5

CCSS.RI.6.5

CCSS.RI.7.5

CCSS.RI.8.5

CCSS.RI.9-10.5

What tone is typically used in academic writing?

• Formal and objective

• Casual and relaxed

• Emotional and subjective

• Informal and conversational

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CCSS.RL.11-12.4

CCSS.RL.6.4

CCSS.RL.7.4

CCSS.RL.8.4

CCSS.RL.9-10.4

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

• Use of precise language

• Planning and organization

• Personal anecdotes

• Third person point of view

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CCSS.RI.11-12.5

CCSS.RI.6.5

CCSS.RI.7.5

CCSS.RI.8.5

CCSS.RI.9-10.5

What is a common structure of an academic text?

• Title, Subtitle, Author

• Introduction, Body, Conclusion

• Paragraphs, Sentences, Words

• Quote, Opinion, Summary

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CCSS.RI.11-12.5

CCSS.RI.6.5

CCSS.RI.7.5

CCSS.RI.8.5

CCSS.RI.9-10.5

What type of writing is considered non-academic?

• Personal opinions

• Essays

• Conference papers

• Research studies

Which of the following best describes the language used in academic texts?

• Emotional and expressive

• Colloquial and casual

• Vague and ambiguous

• Clear and precise

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CCSS.RI.11-12.5

CCSS.RI.6.5

CCSS.RI.7.5

CCSS.RI.8.5

CCSS.RI.9-10.5

What is the role of an outline in academic writing?

• To entertain the reader

• To provide personal opinions

• To help organize thoughts and relationships

• To make the writing more emotional

What is a key feature of non-academic texts?

• Objective point of view

• Heavy reliance on research

• Emotional appeal

• Formal tone

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CCSS.RI.11-12.5

CCSS.RI.6.5

CCSS.RI.7.5

CCSS.RI.8.5

CCSS.RI.9-10.5

Which of the following is a purpose of non-academic texts?

• To inform with evidence

• To entertain or persuade

• To provide critical analysis

• To present research findings

Tags

CCSS.RI.11-12.5

CCSS.RI.6.5

CCSS.RI.7.5

CCSS.RI.8.5

CCSS.RI.9-10.5