Phrasal Verbs vs. Strong Verbs in Academic Writing

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Instructions: Choose the correct term from the choices that fit to the definitions given in each item. Encircle the letter of the correct answer.
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Pregunta 1

Pregunta
1. Provide reasons for something
Respuesta
  • Account for
  • Associate
  • Consider
  • Define

Pregunta 2

Pregunta
2. State the differences or dissimilarities between two items, concepts, or idea
Respuesta
  • compare
  • consider
  • contrast
  • criticise

Pregunta 3

Pregunta
3. Examine, analyse carefully, and present considerations of two sides of the issue
Respuesta
  • define
  • describe
  • discuss
  • explore

Pregunta 4

Pregunta
4. Assess the strengths, weakness, advantages, or limitations of something e.g. solution
Respuesta
  • explain
  • examine
  • elucidate
  • evaluate

Pregunta 5

Pregunta
5. Prove the plausibility or acceptability of a certain claim or premise
Respuesta
  • comment on
  • criticise
  • rank
  • justify

Pregunta 6

Pregunta
6. Present in condensed form a certain idea from a long passage
Respuesta
  • explore
  • review
  • summarise
  • trace

Pregunta 7

Pregunta
7. Arrange information, ideas, or arguments in order of importance or weight
Respuesta
  • differentiate
  • examine
  • rank
  • trace

Pregunta 8

Pregunta
8. Clarify, elucidate, or interpret the material you intend to present
Respuesta
  • enumerate
  • explain
  • discuss
  • outline

Pregunta 9

Pregunta
9. Examine closely the pieces of evidence and state “how far” can they be plausible or not
Respuesta
  • interpret
  • justify
  • review
  • to what extent
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