Circle the letter of the option that answers the question or completes the statement.
1. Which of the following is not a characteristic of academic writing? a. Formal tone and style b. Subjectivity c. Logical organization and coherence d. Evidence-based arguments
2. Which of the following is a feature of academic writing? a. Use of slang and colloquial language b. Use of first-person point of view c. Use of contractions: d. Use of complex sentences and technical terms
3. Which of the following is not a structural element of an academic essay? a. Introduction b. Body c. Conclusion d. Title page
4. What is the purpose of the introduction in an academic essay? a. To provide a summary of the main points of the essay
1. b. Subjectivity
2. d. Use of complex sentences and technical terms
3. d. Title page
4. To introduce the topic and provide background information, as well as to present the thesis statement or main argument of the essay.
