Abstract Writing Quiz

What should be included in the Introduction of an abstract?

• Detailed data analysis

• The research question and the purpose of the study

• References to other studies

• Tables and figures

Which of the following is NOT appropriate to include in an abstract?

• A summary of the research methods

• Results or findings from the study

• Background history and literature review

• A conclusion or implication of the research

What is the ideal word count range for an abstract?

• 50-100 words

• 150-250 words

• 500-600 words

• 800-1000 words

Which section of the abstract should describe the research methodology?

• Introduction

• Results

• Methodology

• Conclusion

What should be the primary focus of the Conclusion section of an abstract?

• To provide a detailed discussion of the study's limitations

• To explain the research design and theoretical framework

• To summarize the study's main findings and their implications

• To suggest further research topics

True or False: Abstracts should contain detailed information on the methodology, including equations and statistical tests.

• True

• False

True or False: The abstract should be written in the past tense because the research has already been completed.

• True

• False

True or False: An abstract should include direct citations to other research papers or works.

• True

• False

True or False: Abstracts are usually the first thing readers see, so they should be clear, concise, and free of jargon.

• True

• False

True or False: The abstract should discuss future research possibilities and directions in detail.

• True

• False