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WorksheetsConventions of academic writing
Total questions: 12
Worksheet time: 8mins
"Academic writing should aim to be objective, or neutral, as opposed to subjective."
True
False
(a) are words where some letters are left out when two words are brought together, like ‘don’t’.
Is the statement subjective or objective: I like this character because he reminds me of my brother.
Subjective
Objective
Is the statement subjective or objective: This character is central to the plot.
Subjective
Objective
You can avoid using ‘I’ by using the (a) voice
What type of assignments encourage you to write in first person?
Report
Essay
Reflective account
Is this an example of academic writing: While gang violence is common in inner cities, accounting for nearly 30% of violent crime (RCPS, 2014), no causal link can be drawn between this and rap music (Noakes, 2010 p.5).
Yes
No
Is this an example of academic writing: So, what I really think is that rap music doesn’t have anything at all to do with violence. I don’t agree with Blakeney that because people in gangs listen to rap, that’s why they kill people.
Yes
No
"The product has caused allergic reactions in nearly 10% of consumers, and has low satisfaction rates."
Vague academic writing.
Precise academic writing.
"There are loads of issues with the product."
Precise academic writing.
Vague Academic writing.
"Eating fast food definitely leads to obesity and health problems."
Strong statement.
Cautious statement.
"Fast food consumption has been tentatively linked to obesity and ill health"
Strong Statement.
Cautious statement.
