WorksheetsAE2: Outlining IRAT
Total questions: 10
Worksheet time: 10mins
A typical academic research paper written by an undergraduate student should include:
Contextual information, Summary of research, Identification of gaps in the research.
Contextual information, Analysis of major issues, Synthesis of Findings.
Introduction, Methods, Results, Discussion, Conclusion.
Identification of the subject, Summary of research, Explanation of findings.
The structure(s) you use in your body section should be...
the same throughout.
based on journal articles.
specific and detailed.
flexible.
In a model argumentative essay, you must analyze both sides of the issue AND...
critique both sides.
defend one side.
remain neutral.
compare and contrast both sides.
Which of the following is NOT a model for a comparative research paper?
Analyze A --> Analyze B --> Find differences and similarities between A and B
Topic 1: Similarities and differences between A and B --> Topic 2: Similarities and differences between A and B, Topic 3: Similarities and differences between A and B
Differences between A and B --> Similarities between A and B --> Compare A and B
Similarities between A and B --> Differences between A and B --> Discuss important issues
The simplest kind of outline for initial planning of the organization of your paper is:
Cluster Outline
Mental Map Outline
Sentence Outline
Topic Outline
The most important thing about a formal outline is that it classifies the issues into...
clear, logical categories.
progressive and iterative ideas.
full sentences.
points and sub-points.
The biggest advantage of formal sentence outlines is…
they save time.
sentences can serve as topic sentences for paragraphs.
the subject/verb pattern leads to efficient problem solving.
they provide more detail for peer feedback.
Which is NOT a technique to develop your body paragraphs, according to Lester?
classification & analysis
cause & effect
summarize and criticize
critical response to an issue
Your thesis focuses on what country X has done over the past 20 years to mitigate the risk of saltwater intrusion in low-lying areas. What is the most effective paragraph organization?
Process
Cause & effect
Comparison
Chronology
Your thesis focuses on finding solutions for flooding in the Mekong Delta. When analyzing the problem of flooding and its links to climate change, what is the most effective paragraph organization?
Process
Cause & effect
Comparison
Chronology
