学术英语课程章节测试课后答案2024春

第十八章测试

1.Definition in academic writing can control the meaning and scope of important terms.
A:错 B:对
答案:B
2.In introduction part, definition is normally used to clarify a word or phrase in the title.
A:对 B:错 3.What are the basic elements of a sentence definition?
A:term B:distinguishing characteristics C:word origin D:category word 4.Erosion can be defined as a process during which the surface of the earth erodes.
A:对 B:错 5.Introversion can be defined as an individual’s ________to concentrate and reflect on their own inner world, giving a priority to thinking over acting, and adhering to a comfortable environment.
A:phenomenon B:tendency C:principle D:behavior 6.A catalyst is a __________ that can speed up the rate of a chemical reaction without changing its own structure.
A:substance B:element C:thing D:material 7.“Pollution is when the environment becomes contaminated as a result of human activity” is a good sentence definition.
A:对 B:错 8.A definition can be as long as a paragraph even an essay.
A:错 B:对 9.What are components of a definition essay?
A:Conclusion B:Introduction C:Body paragraph D:Thesis statement 10.Qualitative research is to be made on human feelings, attitudes, values and thoughts of human beings on the basis of observations and interpretation.
A:错 B:对 11.How can sentence definition be extended to paragraph definition?
A:by negation B:by explanation C:by process narration D:by exemplification 12.Quantitative research usually has smaller sample size than qualitative research.
A:错 B:对 13.Quantitative research data collected is verbal or narrative, which can be presented to charts, graphs and tables etc.
A:对 B:错 14.Triangulation is a research tactic that involves using two or more different ways to. verify one result.
A:错 B:对 15.Both qualitative and quantitative research method can be used to enhance. effectiveness in research, but quantitative research is more scientific.
A:对 B:错 16.The objectives of the discussion section should include the following, except:
A:Explain the Meaning of the Findings and Why They are Important B:Reiterate the Research Problem/State the Major Findings C:Relate the Findings to Similar Studies D:Introduce new results in the discussion 17.The importance of the discussion section should include the following, except:
A:This is the section where you need to present the importance of your study and how it may be able to contribute to and/or fill existing gaps in the field. B:It most effectively demonstrates your ability as a researcher to think critically about an issue, to develop creative solutions to problems based on the findings. C:This part of the paper is strictly governed by objective reporting of information. D:The discussion section is where you explore the underlying meaning of your research. 18.Below are the general rules you should adopt when composing your discussion of the results, except:
A:Avoid using jargon. B:Follow a logical stream of thought. C:Be concise and make your points clearly. D:Use the past verb tense, especially for established facts; however, refer to specific works and references in the present tense. 19.Which example is NOT appropriate to introduce the limitations of your study:
A:The data contributes a clearer understanding of… B:The methodological choices were constrained by… C:Due to the lack of available data, the results cannot confirm… D:It is beyond the scope of this study to… 20.Which example is not the interpretations of your results:
A:The results contradict the claims of Smith (2007) that… B:The results might suggest that X. However, based on the findings of similar studies, a more plausible explanation is Y. C:In line with the hypothesis… D:The study demonstrates a correlation between… 21.Which sentences direct readers to a table?
A:The individual demographic and clinical data are presented in Table 1.  B:Validity of dormant seeds was highest for wetland species (Table 2), which were also the youngest seeds. C:The marital status of the two institutions’ students differed considerably, even among the oldest graduates (Table 3). D:Table 2 displays the source of support amongst older people who reported a difficulty. 22.Which sentences direct readers to a table and also highlight the important findings?
A:Table 2 displays the source of support amongst older people who reported a difficulty. B:Validity of dormant seeds was highest for wetland species (Table 2), which were also the youngest seeds. C:The individual demographic and clinical data are presented in Table 1. D:The marital status of the two institutions’ students differed considerably, even among the oldest graduates (Table 3). 23.The result section should include the following elements, except:
A:An introductory context for understanding the results by restating the research problem that underpins the purpose of your study. B:Inclusion of non-textual elements, such as, figures, charts, photos, maps, tables, etc. to further illustrate the findings, if appropriate. C:A summary of your key findings arranged in a logical sequence that generally follows your methodology section. D:Including raw data or intermediate calculations. 24.You should avoid the following problems when writing the results, except:
A:Present the results followed by a short explanation of the findings. B:Ignoring negative results. C:Reporting background information or attempting to explain your findings. D:Discussing or interpreting your results. 25.When presenting non-textual elements (tables or figures), you should do the following, except:
A:Regardless of placement, each non-textual element must be numbered consecutively and complete with caption [caption goes under the figure, table, chart, etc.] B:If you place non-textual elements at the end of the report, you do not need to clearly distinguish them from any attached appendix materials, such as raw data. C:Each non-textual element must be titled, numbered consecutively, and complete with a heading [title with description goes above the figure, table, chart, etc.]. D:In the text, refer to each non-textual element in numbered order [e.g., Table 1, Table 2; Chart 1, Chart 2; Map 1, Map 2]. 26.Which one of the following is likely to be the most important and longest part of an abstract?
A:Purpose B:Findings C:Conclusion  D:Method