CAE Register and Style 2

Question 1

Which of the following sentences uses the passive voice appropriately for a formal scientific report?

Accepted Answer

The chemicals were mixed and subsequently heated.

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We mixed the chemicals together and then we heated them.

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Somebody mixed up the chemicals and then heated the mixture.

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The chemicals got mixed up and then heated by us.

Question 2

In a formal review for a CAE Writing task, which connective is most appropriate to introduce a contrasting point?

Accepted Answer

However, it should be noted that...

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But still, on the other hand...

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On the flip side though...

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Yeah but at the same time...

Question 3

A writer is producing a CAE proposal for a school principal. Which sentence is most stylistically appropriate?

Accepted Answer

It is strongly recommended that a new sports facility be constructed.

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We think it would be really cool to have a new sports hall.

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Honestly, a sports hall would be awesome for everyone.

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Building a sports hall seems like a no-brainer to most students.

Question 4

Which of the following demonstrates an inappropriate mixing of registers in academic writing?

Accepted Answer

In conclusion, the experiment was totally a success and the results are great.

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The study concluded that participants showed increased levels of anxiety.

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Furthermore, the data indicated a statistically significant correlation.

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The findings were consistent with those of earlier research in this field.

Question 5

Which sentence is an example of nominalization that makes it appropriate for formal writing?

Accepted Answer

A decision was made to conduct a further investigation into the problem.

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We decided to investigate the problem further.

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We decided we needed to look into things more.

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Someone decided to look at the problem again.

Question 6

In a CAE Writing task asking for an essay, which approach to the conclusion is most appropriate?

Accepted Answer

In conclusion, having considered the evidence, it is apparent that a balanced approach is required.

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So anyway, that's my take on it. To sum up, I think it's pretty clear what should happen.

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Well, to wrap things up, it seems like neither side is totally right or wrong.

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All in all, I guess the answer depends on what you believe personally.

Question 7

Which of the following is an example of formal vocabulary that would be appropriate in a CAE essay on environmental issues?

Accepted Answer

Environmental degradation is predominantly attributable to anthropogenic factors.

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The planet is getting messed up because of human actions.

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People are basically trashing the Earth and it's getting worse.

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The Earth's going downhill fast because of what we do.