Choose the sentence below that includes the vocabulary and tone most appropriate for an academic text.
A) How kids learn to talk is a big debate in the research world.
B) Language acquisition in children is a key area of study in the field of linguistics.
C) It is truly amazing and exciting to watch babies learn to say "Mama"!
D) I remember when my little sister first learned how to put two words together in a sentence.

Question

Choose the sentence below that includes the vocabulary and tone most appropriate for an academic text.
A) How kids learn to talk is a big debate in the research world.
B) Language acquisition in children is a key area of study in the field of linguistics.
C) It is truly amazing and exciting to watch babies learn to say "Mama"!
D) I remember when my little sister first learned how to put two words together in a sentence.

Quizplus · Accepted Answer

Sentence B uses formal language appropriate for an academic text and states the topic of study clearly and objectively. Sentences A, C, and D use more casual language and personal anecdotes, which are not appropriate for academic writing.

Choose the Sentence Below That Includes the Vocabulary and Tone