Which of the following is NOT a recommended alternative for the colloquial expression "a lot of"?
ELC1012 Week 1 recap (Academic Writing Style)

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1.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
A great deal of
A considerable amount of
A bunch of
Numerous
Answer explanation
"A bunch of" is more informal and less precise than the other options. "A great deal of," "a considerable amount of," and "numerous" are all suitable formal alternatives for "a lot of."
2.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
Which of these is considered a cliché and should be avoided in academic writing?
In conclusion
Furthermore
In a nutshell
Subsequently
Answer explanation
"In a nutshell" is considered a cliché and should be avoided in academic writing as it oversimplifies complex ideas. In contrast, terms like "In conclusion" and "Furthermore" are more formal and acceptable.
3.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
What is the recommended replacement for the vague adjective "good" in academic writing?
Nice
Awesome
Organized
Cool
Answer explanation
In academic writing, the adjective 'good' is often too vague. 'Organized' is a more precise term that conveys clarity and structure, making it a suitable replacement for 'good' in this context.
4.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
Which of these words should be avoided to maintain objectivity in academic writing?
Significant
Substantial
Fantastic
Crucial
Answer explanation
The word 'fantastic' is subjective and conveys personal opinion, which undermines objectivity in academic writing. In contrast, 'significant', 'substantial', and 'crucial' are more neutral and appropriate for scholarly discourse.
5.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
What is the correct way to write "it's" in academic writing?
its
it is
it's
it has
Answer explanation
In academic writing, "it's" is a contraction for "it is" or "it has". However, contractions are generally avoided in formal contexts. Therefore, the correct way to write it is "it is".
6.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
Which of the following is an appropriate way to start a sentence in academic writing?
And
But
Because
However
Answer explanation
'However' is appropriate to start a sentence in academic writing as it indicates a contrast or exception. In contrast, 'And', 'But', and 'Because' are typically used to connect clauses rather than start sentences.
7.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
What is the recommended alternative for "not many" in academic writing?
A small number of
Few
Not a lot of
Barely any
Answer explanation
In academic writing, 'few' is a more precise and formal alternative to 'not many.' It conveys a small quantity without the informal tone of 'not a lot of' or 'barely any,' making it the best choice.
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