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MBS ACA WTR S1 Introduction and Foundations of Academic Writing

Total questions: 20

Worksheet time: 10mins

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Class
Date
1.

What is the primary purpose of a research question in academic writing?

a)

To summarize the research findings

b)

To outline the structure of the paper

c)

To guide the entire research process

2.

Which characteristic is essential for a strong research question?

a)

Broad and open-ended

b)

Specific and researchable

c)

General and flexible

3.

What makes a research question manageable within a research proposal?

a)

It addresses multiple broad issues

b)

It is narrow enough to be thoroughly explored

c)

It is complex and multi-faceted

4.

Which of the following is an example of a strong research question?

a)

How does technology affect business?

b)

What are the effects of AI on small businesses?

c)

How does AI-driven analytics impact decision-making in SMEs?

5.

Why is the alignment between a research question and a thesis statement important?

a)

To provide a clear roadmap for the research proposal

b)

To ensure the thesis is broad and adaptable

c)

To allow flexibility in research direction

6.

What is a thesis statement?

a)

A detailed explanation of the research method

b)

A concise summary of the main point or claim of your research

c)

A brief introduction to the research topic

7.

Which characteristic is NOT typical of a well-crafted thesis statement?

a)

Clear and specific

b)

Broad and debatable

c)

Focused and arguable

8.

How should a thesis statement relate to the research question?

a)

It should summarize the research question

b)

It should directly answer the research question

c)

It should introduce a new question

9.

What role does a thesis statement play in a research proposal?

a)

It provides background information on the topic

b)

It sets the direction and scope of the research

c)

It lists all the sources used in the research

10.

Which of the following is an example of a weak research question?

a)

How does the use of social media affect consumer behavior in teenagers?

b)

What are the effects of social media?

c)

How do companies use social media for marketing?

11.

Why is it important for a research question to be relevant?

a)

It should align with current trends and challenges in the field

b)

It should be popular and widely discussed

c)

It should allow for a broad exploration of the topic

12.

What does a research question drive in the academic writing process?

a)

The entire research process

b)

The conclusion of the research

c)

The introduction only

13.

How does a thesis statement help in structuring a research proposal?

a)

It organizes the literature review

b)

It guides the main points that will be discussed

c)

It lists all the research questions

14.

Which of the following is a key difference between a strong and weak research question?

a)

A strong question is easy to answer; a weak one is not

b)

A strong question is specific and researchable; a weak one is broad and vague

c)

A strong question is broad; a weak one is narrow

15.

What is a critical aspect of a thesis statement in business studies?

a)

It should reflect the entire market scenario

b)

It should be easily adaptable to other topics

c)

It should be supported by evidence and open to challenge

16.

What should a research question contribute to in business studies?

a)

General knowledge in any field

b)

Specific, significant issues in business studies

c)

Personal opinions and beliefs

17.

Which of the following is NOT a purpose of a thesis statement?

a)

To introduce the topic

b)

To present a debatable argument

c)

To conclude the research

18.

What is the role of AI in refining research questions?

a)

To replace the researcher's critical thinking

b)

To clarify and narrow down broad questions

c)

To generate entire sections of the research proposal

19.

How should AI tools be used in the research and writing process?

a)

To replace the need for original research

b)

To enhance but not replace critical thinking

c)

To generate final drafts of the research

20.

Why is it important to maintain originality when using AI tools?

a)

To save time on research

b)

To ensure the work reflects personal analysis and insights

c)

To avoid writing the research proposal entirely