1. This takes into account “grey areas” of complex arguments.

– nuanced reading.

2. What do you call a debatable statement that requires proof?

– claim

3. This is crucial to writing a good academic article because it eliminates spelling and
punctuation mistakes that look unprofessional.
– proofreading

4. This compares and contrasts the view of different writers. It also justifies the use of
particular method over another.
– critical reading

5. Which is used to strengthen the credibility of evidence presented after a claim has been
made?
– backing

6. Because of the reader’s pre-set opinions, he/she may have a wall of disagreement
between him/her and the text before the reading continues.
– true

7. Responding to the text establishes dialogue by allowing all sides to reconsider existing
position and opinions.
– true

8. Descriptive writing argues a case according to evidence, and make reasoned

judgements.
– false

9. Critical Writing shows the relevance of links between piece of information

– true

10. Critical Reading is indeed a process of passive consumption

– false

11. When reading critically and actively, it is important to interpret and to reflect upon what is
read through writing and discussing it with others.
– true

12. While evaluating, writer can use some analysis, synthesis and even persuasive or
argumentative techniques.
– true
 13. The Strategies in Critical Writing are: Analysis, Summarizing, Evaluation, and
Persuasion
– false

14. Experienced writers showcase flexibility by constantly getting rid of styles, procedures,
and ideas.
– false

15. Analysis is the basis of many other writing strategies.

– true.

17. How does reacting to a text differ from responding to a text?

– the former is largely subjective while the latter is largely objective.

18. What does an academic text essentially refer to ?

– research article

19. Which of the following is considered more of being critical than being descriptive?
– editorial

20. What does it take for a writer to be critical towards an issue?

– logical reasoning and keen observation

21. The following are the traits of critical writing, except:

– it only states what something is like

22. This prevents the reader from a true rhetorical engagement with the text.
– binary reading

23. Critical writing in the workplace essentially refers to ?

– business correspondence and technical writing

24. The following are three main ways of communication in business, except:
– intrapersonal communication

25. Which of the following is not an example of academic writing?

– play script

26. Which of the following things are usually kept in mind when writing critically in the
workplace?
– communication strategies and organizational objectives.