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What is the primary characteristic of an 'academic word' in the context of the Academic Word List (AWL)?
Academic words from the AWL are those commonly encountered across various academic topics and texts, making them essential for comprehension and expression in a
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Question: What is the primary characteristic of an 'academic word' in the context of the Academic Word List (AWL)?
Answer options: ✅ It is frequently used across a wide range of academic disciplines.
- It is a highly specialized term unique to a particular field of study.
- It is a very long word with multiple syllables.
- It is an archaic word only found in classical literature.
Correct answer: It is frequently used across a wide range of academic disciplines.
Explanation: Academic words from the AWL are those commonly encountered across various academic topics and texts, making them essential for comprehension and expression in an academic context.
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