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Academic essay assignment

The application of English language grammatical structures in academic settings will be


discussed in this essay. To read with comprehension, use a variety of reading strategies. Apply
the steps of the "writing process" when writing academically. Administer appropriate registers
and language levels in various business-related conversational contexts.
 

The way in which words, phrases, and clauses are arranged within a sentence is known as

grammar structure in English. It is reliant on the "syntax or syntactic structure," which

necessitates a specific arrangement of words and phrases to produce a well-formed sentence. How

to Check English Grammar: Sentence Structure, 2017.

 
The placement of words, phrases, and clauses within a sentence is referred to as sentence
structure. The simple sentence, compound sentence, complex sentence, and compound-complex
sentence are the four fundamental types of sentence structures. Subject-Verb-Object (SVO), in
which the first noun is the subject and the second noun is the object, is the most frequent word
order in English sentences. The "canonical sentence strategy" is a term used to describe this
expectation. (“What Is Sentence Structure in English?,” 2019)
 
"A simple sentence typically consists of a subject, a verb, and possibly an object and modifiers. It
only has one independent clause. (“Academic Guides: Grammar: Sentence Structure and Types of
Sentences,” n.d.)
 
"At least two independent clauses make up a compound sentence. These two independent clauses
can be joined with either a semicolon or a comma and a coordinating conjunction. (“Academic
Guides: Grammar: Sentence Structure and Types of Sentences,” n.d.)
 
"At least one independent clause and one dependent clause must be present in a complex
sentence. Dependent clauses may make reference to the independent clause's subject (who,
which), sequence/time (since, while), or causal components (because, if). Note the comma that
follows any dependent clauses that start sentences. Instead of a comma, there is no space between
the two clauses if the sentence starts with an independent clause. (“Academic Guides: Grammar:
Sentence Structure and Types of Sentences,” n.d.) 
 
Additionally, sentence types can be combined. At least two independent clauses and one
dependent clause are present in a compound-complex sentence. (“Academic Guides: Grammar:
Sentence Structure and Types of Sentences,” n.d.) 
 
The ability to comprehend and analyze: The passage should be read quickly. Note the author,
title, opening, and closing of the essay. You should inquire about who, what, where, when, why,
and how. Review the comprehension quizzes.
 
Reading for Understanding The passage should be read quickly. Obtain a summary of the text.
Consider what is occurring in the narrative or setting. This clarifies things. Note this. The author's
introduction and, finally, conclusion are titled. The text's plot can be inferred from the title. Your
understanding of the text's identity, era, and style may be aided by the author. You can get a sense
of the tone of the text from the introduction. The essay's goal is to come to a conclusion. You
should ask who-what-how-what-where questions about the text. Read the in-depth questions
carefully. Always keep the passage in mind when asking detailed questions. This will provide
hints as to the text's frequently asked questions.
 
The writing process
 
"Effective planning, drafting, and revision are essential for high-quality academic writing.
Everyone's writing process is unique, but there are five fundamental steps that can help you
organize your time when writing any type of text. Obtain input on your writing's grammar,
structure, and formatting. experienced editors As you proofread and edit your paper, pay attention
to: scholarly style Unclear sentences consistency in grammar and style View a sample of the
contents table Prewriting comes first, followed by planning and outlining. Writing a first draft is
step three. Step Four: Rewrite and Edit Step 5: Proofreading and Editing Commonly posed
queries regarding the writing process" (Caulfield, 2020) 
 
robtain comments on the language, structure, and formatting Professional editors focus on these
areas as they proofread and edit your paper. (Caulfield, 2020) 
 
prewriting You must conduct the necessary research and decide precisely what you will write
about before you begin.
 
generating a topic "If you have to choose a topic on your own for an assignment, consider what
you've learned in class. Was there a subject that particularly interested you, puzzled you, or
bothered you? Topics that left you with unanswered questions are ideal because you can write
about them in your writing. The scope will vary depending on the kind of text you're writing; a
research paper or essay topic will be less in-depth than a dissertation topic, for instance. Choose a
topic that isn't too expansive for the word limit or too constrained for you to have much to say.
Reduce your concept to a particular claim or query. (Caulfield, 2020)"  
 
conducting research "Once you have a topic in mind, it is time to look for reliable sources and
compile the necessary data. This procedure varies depending on the nature of the assignment and
your area of study. It might entail: From the standpoint of writing, the key is to make a ton of
notes as you conduct your research. Record the names, authors, publication dates, and pertinent
quotations from your sources, the information you gathered, your preliminary analysis or
interpretation of the issues you're tackling, and the data you collected." (Caulfield, 2020) 
Planning and outlining: "Use a logical structure to effectively convey information, especially in
academic writing. It's much better to organize this beforehand than to scramble to figure out your
structure after you've started writing. An effective way to organize your structure before you
begin writing is to create an essay outline. This should make it easier for you to decide on your
main points and how to arrange them. It's ok if your structure changes as you write; the outline
doesn't have to be final. You can quickly understand your structure by using bullet points or
numbering. Even in a brief text without headings, it's helpful to sum up what each paragraph will
cover. (Caulfield, 2020) 
 
 
Receive comments on your writing's grammar and formatting "Professional editors proofread and
edit your paper by concentrating on:" (Caulfield, 2020) 
 
Composing the first draft "Now that you are certain of your structure, it is time to write a
complete first draft. This process may not always be linear. For instance, it makes sense to start
writing the main body of the text first and save the introduction for when you are more familiar
with the text you are introducing. Use your outline as a framework to give your writing some
order. Ensure that each paragraph has a distinct central theme that ties into your main point. To
see how a paragraph is put together, hover your cursor over the various components of the
example from a literary analysis essay on Mansfield Park. Start a new paragraph whenever you
switch topics. Utilize suitable transitional phrases and words to (Caulfield, 2020) 
 
rewrite and revise "It's time to review your first draft critically and look for any potential areas for
improvement. Redrafting entails significantly changing the content, whereas revising entails
altering the structure and reframing the arguments." (Caulfield, 2020) 
 
Assessing the initial draft " It can be challenging to evaluate your own writing with objectivity.
Particularly if you attempt to evaluate your work soon after finishing it, your perspective may be
positively or negatively biased. It's best to put your work on hold after finishing the first draft for
at least a day or two. Return to it after a break to review it with fresh eyes; you'll see things you
otherwise wouldn't have. At this point, the main things to look for when assessing your writing
are bigger problems, like modifications to your arguments or structure. It is more efficient to start
with the bigger issues first because there is no point in spending time on the grammar of
something you will eventually cut out. You are currently looking for As an illustration, in our
essay on Mansfield Park,." (Caulfield, 2020) 
 
Rewriting and editing "Once you've determined where changes are necessary, make the major
changes first, as these are likely to have an impact on the rest. Depending on the requirements of
your text, this step might involve: Up until you have a final draft that you're satisfied with, you
can alternate between writing, redrafting, and revising. Consider the changes you can actually
make in the time you have available. Prioritize the most crucial changes if you are short on time
so that you don't leave your text in a disorganized state halfway through redrafting." (Caulfield,
2020) 
 
Proofreading is also an essential step to ensure that your text is free from errors and mistakes
before submitting it for publication or sharing it with others. It is recommended to take a break
before proofreading to approach the text with fresh eyes. Additionally, it can be helpful to read
the text out loud or have someone else review it for a different perspective. and editing "Editing
concentrates on specific issues like clarity and sentence structure. Proofreading entails carefully
reading the text to weed out errors and guarantee stylistic coherence. (Caulfield, 2020) 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
(Paula et al., 2013)
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