
Lesson 1.1 Quiz CONCEPTUALISING ACADEMIC LITERACY
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1.
FILL IN THE BLANK QUESTION
1 min • 1 pt
Academic English is a formal, structured, and precise variety of the _________________ language used in academic settings, such as universities, research institutions, and scholarly publications.
Answer explanation
Academic literacy is the how of scholarly/academic communication; it is a toolkit/formula for engaging with knowledge. It can (and should) be cultivated in any language (not just English) that enables learners to access, critique, and contribute to their fields. But at UFS we use English as the medium of instruction.
2.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
1 min • 3 pts
What is the primary purpose of academic writing?
To entertain readers with creative stories
To persuade, inform, or analyze using evidence and logic
To share personal opinions without evidence
To write casually for a general audience
3.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
1 min • 1 pt
What kind of language does academic writing typically use?
Slang and regional dialects
Poetic and metaphorical language
Informal and conversational language
Formal and precise language
4.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
1 min • 1 pt
How does academic writing approach personal opinions?
It relies heavily on personal feelings without evidence
It avoids personal opinions unless supported by evidence
It uses "I feel" statements throughout
It excludes any form of opinion entirely
Answer explanation
Academic writing is not about limiting your thoughts/opinions/perspective—it’s about grounding your opinion/thoughts/perspectives in shared evidence. Writers still "speak" through their own analysis, but their authority comes from engagement with sources, not unsupported conviction. This discipline applies to all academic languages and fields, from scientific Chemistry studies to Education studies.
Example:
❌ Instead of saying, "I feel climate change isn’t serious."
✅ You may reveal that "Peer-reviewed studies indicate a 97% consensus on human-induced climate change (NASA, 2023)."
5.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
1 min • 3 pts
What is a common structural feature of academic writing?
A lack of organization or clear sections
A logical structure with an introduction, body, and conclusion
A single unbroken block of text
Random lists with no transitions
6.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
1 min • 1 pt
How does academic writing handle evidence?
It rarely includes evidence or sources
It uses made-up examples without verification
It integrates evidence from credible sources with citations
It relies solely on the writer’s imagination
7.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
1 min • 1 pt
What is the tone of academic writing generally like?
Neutral and objective
Playful and humorous
Emotional and dramatic
Aggressive and confrontational
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