Academic Writing Style
4.6 Self-Test B: Explanation
- The issue is the point in question, the problem or topic on hand.
- If one is criticising, one is appraising a topic through close examination.
- The definition given here is not one of summary but rather of reviewing.
- In assessing one takes the measure of something and in so doing evaluates it
- This correctly describes a factor which is an element or component.
- This correctly describes a conclusion which is a final summation of all that the writer has presented.
- A discussion is a careful, thoughtful consideration and exploration of a given topic.
- To analyse means to dissect or break down something for the purpose of examination.
- A concept is a product of the mind so this is an accurate definition.
- The description given here is one for justification. If one is comparing, one is examining similarities and differences.