Academic writing 1: giving opinions

Exercise 32.1

Look at A and answer the questions.

1. Which collocations suggest that the writer admires Georgescu’s work?
   Answer

   Groundbreaking research, makes a significant contribution to, powerful arguments and shape our thinking all suggest that the writer admires Georgescu’s work.

2. Which collocations indicate that Partridge’s work has not been accepted by everyone?
   Answer

   Strenuously defends and come under attack both suggest that Partridge’s work has been criticised.

3. Which collocations suggest that Marina Kass focuses on facts?
   Answer

   Gives an account of, provides evidence and concise summary all suggest that Marina Kass presents facts.

4. Which collocations suggest that Nathan Peel is interested in analysing social statistics?
   Answer

   Establish a connection and significant trends both suggest that Nathan Peel is interested in analysing social statistics.