Academic Style 1
Can we use "I", "you", "we", "us" in academic writing?
No
Which one is more formal, "go" or "obtain"?
obtain
When do we use "on the other hand"?
to show contrast
Can we begin sentences with "and", "but", "also" in formal writing? Why?
No. Too informal.
Which one is more formal, "firstly" or "first of all"?
Firstly.
Give me an example of linking words for rephrasing.
In other words, to put it more simply, that means, that is to say.
Can we use questions, exclamations ("!") or imperative sentences (e.g. "Just do it.") in formal writing?
No.
Which one is more formal, "to sum up" or "to conclude/summarise"?
To conclude/summarise
What does "namely" mean?
That is to say/to be specific. For example: This essay will focus on three factors which often help to shape a person’s identity, namely nationality, education and family.
Can we use words like "luckily" "sadly" "horribly", "amazingly" in academic writing? Why?
No. They show our personal emotion.
Which one has a problem with academic style?
A. The student's performance was excellent.
B. They could use this information to determine if the student's at home and then track them wherever they go.
B. contraction
What does "coherence" mean?
logical flow of ideas
Which one is appropriate for academic writing, "besides" or "what's more"? Why?
Neither is appropriate.
Give me an example of "hedging language".
May, could, might, tend to...
What does "cohesion" mean?
An essay held together with the use of cohesive devices.