Question

select all that apply
which of the following pair a college writing type with the most appropriate description?
□ research paper: written from an authors personal point of view and arguing a particular point
□ essay: requires abstract, critical thinking supported through the collection of existing information
□ journal: personal reflections on class readings or assignments
□ critical review: criticism of an argument, article, musical piece, or other work

Explanation:

• A research paper is based on in - depth research, not just personal opinion.
• An essay typically does not always require an abstract and may not always rely on collection of existing information for critical thinking in the same way as research.
• A journal often contains personal reflections on academic work like class readings or assignments.
• A critical review is indeed a criticism of an argument, article, etc.

Answer:

C. journal: personal reflections on class readings or assignments
D. critical review: criticism of an argument, article, musical piece, or other work