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Abstract and Introduction
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Hedging is useful because...
You don't want to commit
It helps you sound more reasonable
It shows humility in your argument
It prevents your paper from being too extreme
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What is the primary purpose of an abstract in a research paper?
To provide a detailed literature review
To present data and a statistical analysis
To give a personal opinion on the topic/issue
To summarize the issue, author's position, and key findings
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When presenting the "point of stasis" in an abstract, you are...
explaining the statistical margin of error
listing every source used
describing your methods in detail
highlighting the central conflict or disagreement in the issue
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Which of the following best describes the "rhetorical situation" in an introduction?
The use of metaphors and analogies
A summary of grammatical techniques used
The context of the issue, including competing viewpoints
The list of citations and references
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Why is it important to use hedging in an academic introduction?
To confuse the opposing side
To express claims in a nuanced, cautioud manner
To avoid taking a stance
To make your writing less persuasive
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What is a great way NOT to start your introduction
By stating a shared concern
With a good quote or startling fact
By saying "Let me talk about my date last night..."
By acknowledging competing viewpoints
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Which of the following should NOT be included in an abstract?
A comprehensive review of all sources cited
A summary of key findings
A brief introduction to the issue
A clear statement of the author's argument
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Which of the following is an example of hedging language?
"Everyone agrees that..."
"The study proves that..."
"It is absolutely certain that..."
"This suggests that there may be..."
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What is the purpose of the hook in an introduction?
To begin citing scholarly sources
To summarize the paper's conclusion
To demonstrate the relevance of the topic and engage the reader
To state the author's qualifications
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What happens if you write the abstract like Picasso?
It is incomprehensible
All of the above, but Prof. Sweeney needs a clear thesis
The reader is confused but can't look away
Argument is presented at 100 difference angles
