This quiz works best with JavaScript enabled. Home > English Grammar > Grammar > Academic Writing > Scientific Writing – Quiz 7 🏠 Homepage 📘 Download PDF Books 📕 Premium PDF Books Scientific Writing Quiz 7 (60 MCQs) Quiz Instructions Select an option to see the correct answer instantly. 1. I should quote to incorporate an idea that would lose its effectiveness if paraphrased or summarized. A) TRUE. B) FALSE. C) All the above. D) None of the above. Show Answer Correct Answer: B) FALSE. 2. An ice cream parlor offers 15 different flavors of ice cream. Which model could be used to show how many different choices there are? A) Spin a spinner with 5 sections. B) Flip a coin. C) Spin a spinner with 15 sections. D) Roll a die and flip a coin. Show Answer Correct Answer: C) Spin a spinner with 15 sections. 3. Layla has 2 pairs of shoes and 6 pairs of socks. If each pair of socks and each pair of shoes is equally like to be chosen, which is the best simulation to show the probability of choosing any given combination? A) Roll a die and flip a coin. B) Roll a die two times. C) Flip a coin 6 times. D) Flip a coin 2 times. Show Answer Correct Answer: A) Roll a die and flip a coin. 4. Bibliografi berisi ..... A) Sumber referensi. B) Biografi penulis. C) Kesimpulan. D) Catatan kaki. Show Answer Correct Answer: A) Sumber referensi. 5. What are the types of research based on application? A) Pure and applied research. B) Qualitative and quantitative research. C) Theoretical and practical research. D) Descriptive and analytical research. Show Answer Correct Answer: A) Pure and applied research. 6. Why do we randomly select our samples? A) For control. B) Reduce bias. C) To eliminate confounding results. D) So we don't get the same answers from everyone. Show Answer Correct Answer: B) Reduce bias. 7. How do you choose valid sources for references? A) Select outdated articles from unknown authors. B) Choose sources based on personal opinions. C) Use sources with minimal citations. D) Select credible authors, recent publications, reputable publishers, well-cited works, and objective sources. Show Answer Correct Answer: D) Select credible authors, recent publications, reputable publishers, well-cited works, and objective sources. 8. What do the results mean? A) Wi-Fi cannot be used indoors. B) The methods were not useful. C) The new techniques can improve indoor localization. D) None of the above. Show Answer Correct Answer: C) The new techniques can improve indoor localization. 9. Which of the following is NOT a general consideration for scientific writing? A) Thoroughly understand your sources. B) Support everything with evidence. C) Never make your reader work harder than they have to. D) Use complex jargon to impress readers. Show Answer Correct Answer: D) Use complex jargon to impress readers. 10. How should a budget be prepared for a research project? A) Use the work plan as a starting point without adjustments. B) Present very detailed categories and amounts. C) Specify resources needed for each activity in the work plan. D) Include a contingency fund of 50%. Show Answer Correct Answer: C) Specify resources needed for each activity in the work plan. 11. What is the purpose of medical journals? A) To organize medical conferences. B) To provide medical treatment. C) To sell medical equipment. D) To publish original research results. Show Answer Correct Answer: D) To publish original research results. 12. Which of the following is NOT a characteristic of scientific writing in Social Sciences? A) Qualitative and mixed methods common. B) Theoretical frameworks prominent. C) Focus on practical applications. D) Contextual interpretation emphasized. Show Answer Correct Answer: C) Focus on practical applications. 13. What responsibilities do authors have regarding their work? A) Authors do not need to verify the accuracy of their information. B) Authors are responsible for originality, accuracy, copyright compliance, source acknowledgment, and transparency. C) Authors are only responsible for the length of their work. D) Authors can ignore copyright laws if they cite sources. Show Answer Correct Answer: B) Authors are responsible for originality, accuracy, copyright compliance, source acknowledgment, and transparency. 14. What role does data analysis play in the research methodology? A) To summarize the research findings. B) To provide a theoretical framework for the study. C) To interpret and draw conclusions from the collected data. D) To finalize the research design. Show Answer Correct Answer: C) To interpret and draw conclusions from the collected data. 15. What types of research methods are commonly used? A) Experimental and observational methods. B) Descriptive and inferential methods. C) Qualitative and quantitative research methods. D) Statistical and analytical methods. Show Answer Correct Answer: C) Qualitative and quantitative research methods. 16. There is a difference between the results of the two variables being tested. A) Null Hypothesis. B) Alternative Hypothesis. C) Casual/Formal Cause-and-Effect Hypothesis. D) None of the above. Show Answer Correct Answer: B) Alternative Hypothesis. 17. How should figures be formatted in scientific writing? A) Do not provide captions for figures. B) Plot the dependent variable on the horizontal axis. C) Use any color for lines. D) Use black ink for drawing lines. Show Answer Correct Answer: D) Use black ink for drawing lines. 18. "Guru menyampaikan materi dengan baik ..... hal tersebut merupakan indikasi keberhasilan pembelajaran." Contoh ini menggambarkan ..... A) Penalaran intuitif. B) Penalaran induktif. C) Penalaran deduktif. D) Penalaran spekulatif. Show Answer Correct Answer: B) Penalaran induktif. 19. Situs plagiarism checker berikut gratis, kecuali A) Plagiarism detector. B) Turnitin. C) Duplichecker. D) None of the above. Show Answer Correct Answer: B) Turnitin. 20. Of the following, which is the best way to avoid plagiarism: A) Paraphrase the ideas into your own words and cite the original source. B) Put other people's ideas into your own words and write them as if they are your own ideas. C) Do not use other people's research or ideas in your paper. D) Make sure that most of your paper is based on cited quotations from other people. Show Answer Correct Answer: A) Paraphrase the ideas into your own words and cite the original source. 21. Identify the incorrect use of passive voice in scientific writing. A) The samples were tested under controlled conditions. B) A new method is being developed. C) The researcher was writing the report. D) The results have been recorded. Show Answer Correct Answer: C) The researcher was writing the report. 22. Suatu karya ilmiah sederhana yang sering dibuat oleh siswa adalah ..... A) Thesis. B) Jurnal. C) Disertasi. D) Kertas. Show Answer Correct Answer: D) Kertas. 23. The Introduction should clearly present the research problem and highlight the knowledge gap that the study aims to fill. A) True. B) False. C) All the above. D) None of the above. Show Answer Correct Answer: A) True. 24. A soap claims to make bubbles twice as big as regular soap, but results show 15.1 cm vs 11.5 cm average diameters. What is the correct evaluation of the claim? A) Claim is false because bubbles are not twice as large. B) Claim is inconclusive due to any difference. C) Claim is true if tested again later. D) Claim is true because bubbles are larger. Show Answer Correct Answer: A) Claim is false because bubbles are not twice as large. 25. What is one of the helpful hints for combining results and discussion? A) Ignore tables and graphs. B) Focus on the data you want to present. C) Avoid discussing points. D) Use only text. Show Answer Correct Answer: B) Focus on the data you want to present. 26. How are papers commonly rated? A) By their word count. B) By their publication speed. C) By their citation rates. D) By their number of authors. Show Answer Correct Answer: C) By their citation rates. 27. What is the main purpose of informational scientific writing? A. Entertain readers B. Tell a fictional story C. Inform using scientific evidence D. Persuade emotionally A) Analyze historical data. B) Summarize popular myths. C) Inform using scientific evidence. D) Describe personal experiences. Show Answer Correct Answer: C) Inform using scientific evidence. 28. Didasarkan pada teori yang diperoleh melalui kajian atau telaah pustaka dalam upaya pemecahan masalah. Pernyataan diatas menjelaskan salah satu kriteria karya ilmiah, yakni ..... A) Metodologi. B) Data dan fakta. C) Teori dan kajian pustaka. D) Topik. Show Answer Correct Answer: C) Teori dan kajian pustaka. 29. What is a common mistake to avoid in scientific writing? A) Following journal guidelines. B) Using clear and concise language. C) Overciting without analysis. D) Including relevant figures and tables. Show Answer Correct Answer: C) Overciting without analysis. 30. How can you improve your scientific writing skills? A) Avoid writing altogether. B) Only focus on grammar. C) Practice writing, seek feedback, read scientific literature, and attend writing workshops. D) Limit reading to non-scientific books. Show Answer Correct Answer: C) Practice writing, seek feedback, read scientific literature, and attend writing workshops. 31. What is a SMART goal? A) Simple, Measurable, Attainable, Relevant, Timed. B) Specific, Meaningful, Achievable, Relevant, Timed. C) Simple, Manageable, Achievable, Realistic, Timely. D) Specific, Measurable, Achievable, Relevant, Time-bound. Show Answer Correct Answer: D) Specific, Measurable, Achievable, Relevant, Time-bound. 32. The control group is the set-up that is not exposed to the independent variable, whereas the experimental group are set-ups exposed to the independent variables. A) TRUE. B) FALSE. C) All the above. D) None of the above. Show Answer Correct Answer: A) TRUE. 33. Why should authors not rely on the editorial committee to edit and shorten their letters? A) Because the committee may not have the resources. B) Because the committee may not have the time. C) Because the committee may not have the expertise. D) Because the committee may not find the letter relevant. Show Answer Correct Answer: C) Because the committee may not have the expertise. 34. Salah satu ciri penting karya ilmiah adalah ..... A) Tidak perlu melalui proses revisi. B) Ditulis dengan bahasa sehari-hari tanpa sumber. C) Menggunakan data valid dan dapat dipertanggungjawabkan. D) Bebas dari aturan sitasi. Show Answer Correct Answer: C) Menggunakan data valid dan dapat dipertanggungjawabkan. 35. Which of the following is the correct structure for your lab report? A) Introduction, Objectives, Discussion, Results, Conclusion. B) Introduction, Objectives, Results, Discussion, Conclusion. C) Introduction, Results, Discussion, Objectives, Conclusion. D) None of the above. Show Answer Correct Answer: B) Introduction, Objectives, Results, Discussion, Conclusion. 36. What does RSSI mean? A) Received Signal Strength Indicator. B) Real System Signal Index. C) Remote Signal Source Identifier. D) None of the above. Show Answer Correct Answer: A) Received Signal Strength Indicator. 37. What is the maximum word limit for letters in most journals? A) 1000 words. B) 500 words. C) 300 words. D) 700 words. Show Answer Correct Answer: B) 500 words. 38. What should authors avoid when discussing authorship? A) Discussing contributions early. B) Gift authorship. C) Acknowledging all contributors. D) Using CRediT taxonomy. Show Answer Correct Answer: B) Gift authorship. 39. Choose the correct passive transformation of this sentence: "Scientists discovered a new planet." A) Scientists were discovered a new planet. B) A new planet was discovered. C) A new planet is discovering. D) A new planet discovers scientists. Show Answer Correct Answer: B) A new planet was discovered. 40. Ciri utama dari kutipan langsung adalah ..... A) Ditulis dengan bahasa sendiri. B) Tidak mencantumkan sumber. C) Sama persis dengan teks asli dan diapit tanda kutip. D) Dapat diubah sesuai kebutuhan penulis. Show Answer Correct Answer: C) Sama persis dengan teks asli dan diapit tanda kutip. 41. Paragraf deduktif ditandai oleh ..... A) Pernyataan umum di awal, lalu diikuti penjelasan khusus. B) Tidak memiliki kalimat utama. C) Alur paragraf dimulai dari khusus menuju umum. D) Pikiran utama terletak di akhir paragraf. Show Answer Correct Answer: A) Pernyataan umum di awal, lalu diikuti penjelasan khusus. 42. What are the primary building blocks of proteins? A) Amino acids. B) Nucleotides. C) Monosaccharides. D) Fatty acids. Show Answer Correct Answer: A) Amino acids. 43. Menurut Gorys Keraf, kutipan digunakan untuk ..... A) Mengganti pendapat pribadi. B) Mengulang kalimat sumber tanpa tujuan. C) Memberikan bukti atau dukungan terhadap ide penulis. D) Menambahkan ide baru. Show Answer Correct Answer: C) Memberikan bukti atau dukungan terhadap ide penulis. 44. Science magazines are examples of: A) Primary literature. B) Grey literature. C) Secondary literature. D) Tertiary literature. Show Answer Correct Answer: D) Tertiary literature. 45. Which format of scientific writing facilitates discussion with viewers through visual summaries? A) Scientific Talks. B) Research Articles. C) Poster Presentations. D) Grant Proposals. Show Answer Correct Answer: C) Poster Presentations. 46. Fabrikasi data dalam penelitian berarti ..... A) Membuat data yang sebenarnya tidak pernah ada. B) Menggunakan kembali karya lama sendiri. C) Menghapus bagian hasil penelitian yang tidak mendukung hipotesis. D) Mengutip sumber dengan salah format. Show Answer Correct Answer: A) Membuat data yang sebenarnya tidak pernah ada. 47. Which is correct for an Abstract? A) Abstract should contain purpose, method, principle results. B) Abstract can be copied as a conclusion. C) Abstract can include citation number. D) Abstract should contain a background, purpose, principle results. Show Answer Correct Answer: A) Abstract should contain purpose, method, principle results. 48. Suatu karya ilmiah untuk memperoleh gelar sarjana disebut ..... A) Tesis magister. B) Disertasi. C) Tesis sarjana. D) Kertas. Show Answer Correct Answer: C) Tesis sarjana. 49. Roger bowled 7 games last weekend. His scores are:155, 165, 138, 172, 127, 193, 142. What is the range of Roger's scores? A) 127. B) 66. C) 193. D) 60. Show Answer Correct Answer: B) 66. 50. Why is clarity important in scientific writing? A. It makes the writing more entertaining B. It helps convey complex ideas effectively C. It allows for more personal expression D. It is less important than creativity A) It allows for more creative storytelling. B) It helps convey complex ideas effectively. C) It makes the writing more persuasive. D) It is primarily about personal opinion. Show Answer Correct Answer: B) It helps convey complex ideas effectively. 51. What does a reputable source mean? A) Wikipedia. B) A safe piece of information from someone reliable. C) A source that has the basic information I need. D) An source that looks cool. Show Answer Correct Answer: B) A safe piece of information from someone reliable. 52. A team emails the same manuscript to Journal A and Journal B on the same day, making only minor wording changes and not informing either editor. This is ..... A) Multiple submission / duplicate publication. B) Falsification, not a publication issue. C) Efficient dissemination encouraged by journals. D) Acceptable if the methods are identical. Show Answer Correct Answer: A) Multiple submission / duplicate publication. 53. What is the purpose of a research proposal? A) To prepare a manuscript for publication. B) To summarize the research findings. C) To analyze data collected. D) To present a plan for the research project. Show Answer Correct Answer: D) To present a plan for the research project. 54. Why is balance important in using nominalisation? A) To avoid overly dense and abstract writing. B) To increase the complexity of the text. C) To enhance redundancy. D) To emphasize formality. Show Answer Correct Answer: A) To avoid overly dense and abstract writing. 55. I should summarize when I want to condense large amounts of information accurately into the smallest number of words possible. A) TRUE. B) FALSE. C) All the above. D) None of the above. Show Answer Correct Answer: A) TRUE. 56. What is the primary purpose of a journal article? A) To provide an exhaustive book-length review without new results. B) To disseminate research findings to a wider scholarly community. C) To archive raw data for internal laboratory use only. D) To entertain the general public with simplified science stories. Show Answer Correct Answer: B) To disseminate research findings to a wider scholarly community. 57. Which is the SI base unit for mass used in this section? A) Pound (lb). B) Kilogram (kg). C) Liter(L). D) Newton (N). Show Answer Correct Answer: B) Kilogram (kg). 58. What is the impact factor of a journal? A) The legal rights of the property. B) The number of times an article is cited within 2 years. C) The subject areas of the publication. D) The overall goal of the journal. Show Answer Correct Answer: B) The number of times an article is cited within 2 years. 59. What is the benefit of developing competencies in scientific writing? A) It helps you contribute meaningfully to your field and communicate discoveries beyond academia. B) It allows you to avoid influencing policy and focus solely on academic research. C) It ensures that your writing is limited to creative storytelling. D) It eliminates the need for clarity and logical structure in your writing. Show Answer Correct Answer: A) It helps you contribute meaningfully to your field and communicate discoveries beyond academia. 60. What should be included at the beginning of the results section according to the learning material? A) The discussion of results. B) The abstract. C) The conclusion of the research. D) The research question. Show Answer Correct Answer: D) The research question. ← PreviousNext →Related QuizzesGrammar QuizzesEnglish Grammar QuizzesScientific Writing Quiz 1Scientific Writing Quiz 2Scientific Writing Quiz 3Scientific Writing Quiz 4Scientific Writing Quiz 5Scientific Writing Quiz 6Scientific Writing Quiz 8Scientific Writing Quiz 9 🏠 Back to Homepage 📘 Download PDF Books 📕 Premium PDF Books