Academic Reading

1. What is the primary purpose of a research article?

• 1. A. To summarize existing research on a topic

• 1. B. To present new findings or theories based on empirical data

• 1. C. To explore a specific topic or question

• D. To offer recommendations for policy changes

1. Which of the following is a characteristic feature of research articles?

• 1. A. They are always published in books.

• 1. B. They focus on presenting opinions and viewpoints.

• 1. C. They include sections like methodology, results, and discussion.

• D. They only review existing literature without presenting new data.

1. What type of academic writing is most likely to include a summary of various studies on a topic without introducing new data?

• 1. A. Research article

• 1. B. Essay

• 1. C. Report

• D. Literature review
  
  

1. Which of the following is an example of a research article?

• 1. A. A review of existing literature on climate change

• 1. B. An analysis of economic trends in a magazine

• 1. C. An original study published in Elsevier

• D. A reflective essay on personal experiences in education

1. What distinguishes essays from research articles in academic writing?

• A. Essays are based on empirical research, while research articles are not.

• 1. B. Essays typically introduce new theories, while research articles do not.

• 1. C. Essays focus more on analysis and argument, while research articles present structured empirical data.

• D. Essays are always longer than research articles.

1. What is the primary role of the "Purpose/Objective" section in a research study?

• 1. A. To provide a detailed analysis of the results

• 1. B. To explain the methods used for data collection

• 1. C. To clearly state the research question and its importance

• D. To list the keywords for indexing purposes
  
  

1. Which example best represents a result or finding from a study?

• A. "The study aims to explore the impact of climate change on migration patterns."

• 1. B. "Participants who engaged with the digital tools showed a 20% increase in test scores."

• 1. C. "A mixed-methods approach was used, combining surveys and interviews."

• D. "Keywords include digital learning, reading comprehension, and undergraduate education."
  
  

1. Which of the following best illustrates an implication of a study's findings?

• 1. A. "A quantitative survey was conducted among 150 students."

• 1. B. "Keywords include digital simulations, engagement, and educational tools."

• 1. C. "The study investigates factors affecting job satisfaction."

• "These results suggest that virtual simulations can improve student engagement in science classes."