Flocabulary Academic Language 2

Question 1

Which word best describes a conclusion drawn from evidence without being directly stated?

Accepted Answer

inference

Answer

An inference is a logical conclusion reached from evidence and reasoning rather than explicit statement.

Question 2

A student 'elaborates' on an idea. What does this mean?

Accepted Answer

Provides more detail and explanation

Answer

To elaborate means to develop or expand on something with additional details and explanation.

Question 3

What does it mean to 'cite' a source in an essay?

Accepted Answer

Reference or give credit to the source

Answer

To cite a source means to reference it, giving credit to the original author or work.

Question 4

Which term describes the main argument a writer is trying to prove?

Accepted Answer

thesis

Answer

A thesis is the central claim or argument that a writer seeks to support throughout a piece of writing.

Question 5

What is the meaning of 'chronological order'?

Accepted Answer

Arranged by time sequence

Answer

Chronological order means events are arranged in the order in which they occurred in time.

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