1. What/whose is the most important ‘voice’ in essay writing?

1. the evidence
2. your voice
3. your patient
4. There should be no distinct voice.

2. What words would you NOT use when signposting?

1. firstly…secondly…thirdly…finally…
2. moving on now to…
3. research evidence suggests that …
4. to summarise…

3. What shape should you aim for in the structure of your essay writing?

1. an hourglass
2. a funnel
3. a circle
4. a cone

4. In what order should you try to present material when writing a paragraph about a patient’s care?

1. evidence – point – apply – nursing
2. nursing – apply – point – evidence
3. point – evidence – apply – nursing
4. point – apply – evidence – nursing

5. What are fundamental qualities in good written expression?

1. precision and clarity
2. description
3. long, academic-sounding words
4. long sentences

6. Which of the following is not a good feature of conclusion writing?

1. discussing the meaning of the work
2. identifying how it helped you to understand the patient or subject better
3. reflecting on how the work can inform your nursing practice
4. describing again all the points you have made already

7. Which of the following assessments is not an example of summative assessment?

1. OSCE
2. a quiz at the end of a lecture
3. written assignment
4. exam

8. What should you avoid doing during a classroom presentation?

1. reading from a script
2. using just headings and images on a powerpoint presentation
3. speaking spontaneously from key points
4. engaging your audience by devising interactive activities

9. Select the material that does not belong in a professional portfolio

1. critical incident analyses
2. copies of your practice assessments, together with any written supporting evidence
3. reflection on your overall progress during the course
4. interesting articles that you have found in the library

10. What is the least appropriate issue to discuss with your academic advisor?

1. academic work
2. practice experiences and concerns
3. your social life
4. additional information and help for students provided by the university