ENG 1003 Academic Writing Quiz

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

• Purposeful communication

• Concise and precise information

• Use of personal pronouns

• Formal and clear language

What is meant by 'hedging' in academic writing?

• Using absolute language

• Avoiding personal opinions

• Writing in a casual tone

• Using cautious language

Which of the following is an example of a colloquialism?

• In conclusion

• Gonna

• Therefore

• Consequently

What is the purpose of citation in academic writing?

• To add personal opinions

• To confuse the reader

• To avoid plagiarism

• To make the text longer

Which citation style is primarily used in social sciences?

• MLA

• Harvard

• APA

• Chicago

What does 'nominalization' refer to in academic writing?

• Turning verbs or adjectives into nouns

• Using more adjectives

• Writing in a passive voice

• Using informal language

Which of the following is an example of a tentative statement?

• Students will improve their skills.

• Students may improve their skills.

• All students improve their skills.

• Students definitely improve their skills.

What is the recommended tone for academic writing?

• Serious and formal

• Informal and conversational

• Casual and friendly

• Humorous and light-hearted

Which of the following is a key component of the APA citation style?

• Bibliography

• Endnotes

• In-text citations

• Footnotes

What is the main focus of the 'purposeful' characteristic in academic writing?

• To confuse the reader

• To inform or persuade the reader

• To express personal feelings

• To entertain the reader