Academic Writing

Question 1

It is the process of writing analytically — the breaking
down of ideas with the purpose of presenting information
that depicts a clear understanding of a certain subject.

the process of presenting ideas in a
rational, organized, systematic, reasonable, and logical way

Answer 1

Academic Writing

Question 2

A characteristic of academic writing where the answers the question and demonstrates an
understanding of the subject.

Answer 2

Planned and Focused

Question 3

A characteristic of Academic writing that is coherent, written in a logical order, and brings together
related points and material.

Answer 3

Structured

Question 4

A characteristic of academic writing that demonstrates knowledge of the subject area, supports opinions and arguments with evidence, and is referenced accurately.

Answer 4

Evidenced

Question 5

A characteristic of Academic Writing that uses appropriate language and tenses, and is
clear, concise and balanced.

Answer 5

Formal in tone and style

Question 6

A LIST OF DOCUMENTS WHERE ACADEMIC WRITING IS USED

Answer 6

Book reviews
• Essays
• Research report
• Research proposal
• Scientific paper
• Academic journal
• Dissertation and Thesis
* Abstract

Question 7

These are written to obtain an advanced
degree at a college or university.

Answer 7

Dissertation and Thesis

Question 8

This is a short summary of a long document

Answer 8

Abstract

Question 9

Types of Academic Writing

Answer 9

EXPOSITORY
•NARRATIVE
•DESCRIPTIVE
•ARGUMENTATIVE

Question 10

The purpose of this paper is explain, discuss, or
inform your audience about a given topic.

• offers an ideal
  structure for identifying features and characteristics in a
  given topic as in most research-driven papers,
  comparison-contrast essays, reaction essays, and business
  writing

Answer 10

Expository

Question 11

• is one that paints a vivid image of
  the story using a variety of writing techniques
  (characterization, descriptions, plot…etc).
• you are “narrating” or
  telling a story.
• must have a clear structure and must include an introduction, body paragraphs and a conclusion.

Answer 11

Narrative

Question 12

is to establish a point of view in regards to a particular topic and defend that point of view using logical arguments and relevant examples.

• Your point of view or perspective must be clearly stated in the thesis statement (generally in the introduction) that needs to be supported in the body of the essay using supporting evidence, counter-arguments and refutations.

Answer 12

Argumentative

Question 13

you describe an experience, a character, an object, a state of mind. While this essay form comes with a level of freedom by allowing you to decide how to approach the task, you still need to effectively structure your ideas.

• Use vivid structures that are rich in sensory language to
  help your readers not only understand what you are
  describing, but visualize it

Answer 13

Descriptive

Question 14

is the actual person(s) who will be reading your
paper. is generally your professor, your classmates and sometimes other professors who may be assessing your work.

It is, therefore, critical to consider how you will articulate your ideas in order to reach the desired objective for that specific audience.

Answer 14

Audience

Question 15

Academic papers are written in formal academic tone, so they must be free of cliches and slang language. You must also ensure that your writing does not include language that may be considered offensive or sexist.

Answer 15

RHETORIC AND STYLE OF ACADEMIC WRITING

Question 16

While your goal is not to impress your audience, academic writing is
certainly more involved and requires a higher level of sophistication
compared to high school writing.
• You are, therefore, expected to vary your sentence forms, using
complex and compound sentence structures.

Answer 16

Sentence Structure

Question 17

help you establish relationships between ideas and
paragraphs and improve the overall quality of your writing.
*Most common are conjuctive adverbs such as “moreover, therefore, consequently… etc.)

Answer 17

Transitions or Transitional words

Question 18

Assess your readers’ background knowledge of the topic and their ability to understand implications and references.

•In general, the less your audience knows about your topic,
the more details you must present to ensure clarity

Consider your readers’ familiarity with the content of your writing.

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Content

Question 19

basically accomplishes the
following goals:
✔ Gives an overview or background on the topic in broad terms
✔ Then narrows the scope of the topic to the presentation
✔ Prepares the reader for what is to come in the following writing
✔ Provides main points that will be discussed and why those are most
important to the subject matter
✔ Grabs the readers attention

Answer 19

Introduction

Question 20

are the heart of an essay.
✔ Contains only one main idea stated by the topic sentence of that paragraph
✔ Analyzes the evidence
✔ Directly supports the thesis statement*
✔ Paragraphs are arranged in logical progression
✔ The paragraphs should flow smoothly from one to the next and have internal
fluidity while presenting supporting evidence to the paragraph’s main point

Answer 20

Body

Question 21

usually one sentence, that summarizes the main point or claim of an essay, research paper, etc., and is developed, supported, and explained in the text by means of examples and
evidence.

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Short Statement

Question 22

is the summary paragraph. It should
accomplish the following:
✔Clearly restates the thesis sentence but not in verbatim
form
✔ Briefly summarizes the evidence presented in the writing
✔Provides a final judgement on the subject matter discussed
by tying all themes and ideas together

Answer 22

Conclusion

Question 23

Why use quotations, paraphrases, and summaries?
✔ Are required for each main point since the author cannot include
personal feelings or opinions
✔ Are clearly identified in proper required formatting form and style
✔ Provide evidence to support the argument of the writing
✔ Are used at strategic places in the writing to support statements
made

Answer 23

Citing Sources