Identify the type of writing error in the following sentence: The delay in the ceremony's commencement was caused by a sudden downpour on the front lawn - CORRECT ANSWER Passive voice. Use the active voice for direct, concise writing
Identify the type of writing error in the following se...
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Identify the type of writing error in the following sentence: The delay in the
ceremony's commencement was caused by a sudden downpour on the front lawn -
CORRECT ANSWER Passive voice. Use the active voice for direct, concise writing
Identify the type of writing error in the following sentence: I agree with your
discussion post its alot harder to fix human resource problems when they're aren't any
systems in place - CORRECT ANSWER Incorrect grammar or punctuation. All
academic writing must adhere to the rules of grammar, spelling, capitalization, and
punctuation
Identify the type of writing error in the following sentence: The validation-seeking
approach employed by many social media users can lead to the alienation of others in
the social circle - CORRECT ANSWER Zombie nouns. Turning active verbs into
awkward adjectives makes ideas more abstract
Which of the following should be accomplished by the introduction of a research
paper? - CORRECT ANSWER The introduction should introduce the topic, state the
research problem, propose a thesis, and point the reader toward the conclusion
To establish the importance of your research problem, which of the following does
NOT contribute to its value as a subject for study? - CORRECT ANSWER A paragraph
explaining your personal interest in the subject, and its relevance in your life
Which section of a research paper unites all aspects of the research problem posed in
the introduction, tying together the results of the study and with the findings from
other literature in the field? - CORRECT ANSWER The conclusion
The conclusion of a research paper should do all the following EXCEPT - CORRECT
ANSWER Explain how the data was gathered
Which of the following is NOT one of the three main documentation styles used in
academic writing? - CORRECT ANSWER Association of American Universities (AAU)
style
Which type of documentation style is most often used in the humanities or liberal arts?
- CORRECT ANSWER MLA (Modern Language Association) style
Which type of documentation style applies to authors, editors, copyrighters, and
publishers? - CORRECT ANSWER Chicago Manual of Style (CMS)
What is the documentation style most commonly used for academic writing in the
fields of business, nursing, and social sciences? - CORRECT ANSWER APA Style
(American Psychological Association)
What is plagiarism? - CORRECT ANSWER Plagiarism is the sin of stealing another's
ideas and passing them off as your own, whether intentionally or unconsciously
Which of the following is NOT a form of plagiarism? - CORRECT ANSWER Using
another's idea word for word, even if the original source is credited
Which of the following is NOT true regarding the use of a direct quotation in academic
writing? - CORRECT ANSWER Citation is not required if you change the wording of
a direct quotation, but keep the idea
Which of the following is NOT true regarding the use of a paraphrased idea in
academic writing? - CORRECT ANSWER You can change the wording or paraphrase
another author's idea to make it your own, which then does not require citation
A discussion board serves many purposes in a classroom. Which of the following is
NOT an intended purpose of the discussion board? - CORRECT ANSWER To share
personal stories and social media links
An ideal discussion board post will include three elements. Which of the following is
NOT a key element for a discussion post? - CORRECT ANSWER Introductory small
talk, to create a friendly mood
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