Exercise 1: Academic Writing | Practice Test Online

Question 1:  Which of the following is an example of a commonly used academic writing style guide?

(A) APA Style Guide

(B) MLA Handbook

(C) Chicago Manual of Style

(D) Associated Press Stylebook

Correct Answer: 1A

Question 2:  Which of the following is a common academic writing mistake?

(A) Using informal language

(B) Providing proper citations

(C) Using concise language

(D) Organizing ideas logically

Correct Answer: 2A

Question 3:  What should be avoided in academic writing?

(A) Using contractions

(B) Using complex sentences

(C) Using discipline-specific terminology

(D) Providing evidence to support claims

Correct Answer: 3A

Question 4:  Which of the following is essential for maintaining coherence in academic writing?

(A) Consistent use of verb tense

(B) Overuse of passive voice

(C) Repetition of ideas

(D) Lack of transitions between paragraphs

Correct Answer: 4A

Question 5:  What should be used to support arguments in academic writing?

(A) Personal opinions

(B) Anecdotal evidence

(C) Empirical research findings

(D) Unsubstantiated claims

Correct Answer: 5C

Question 6:  Which of the following is a characteristic of formal academic writing?

(A) Use of colloquial expressions

(B) Use of slang terms

(C) Use of precise language

(D) Use of emotive language

Correct Answer: 6C

Question 7:  What is the purpose of paraphrasing in academic writing?

(A) To copy the original text verbatim

(B) To summarize ideas without citing sources

(C) To rephrase ideas in one's own words and cite the original source

(D) To omit citations from the text

Correct Answer: 7C

Question 8:  Which of the following punctuation marks is commonly used in academic writing to introduce a list?

(A) Colon

(B) Comma

(C) Exclamation mark

(D) Dash

Correct Answer: 8A

Question 9:  What should be used to acknowledge the ideas of others in academic writing?

(A) Plagiarism

(B) Paraphrasing without citation

(C) Proper citation and referencing

(D) Ignoring the source

Correct Answer: 9C

Question 10:  Which of the following is an example of an academic writing style guide?

(A) MLA Handbook

(B) Fiction novel template

(C) Scientific journal article template

(D) Blogging style guide

Correct Answer: 10A