Guidelines to Brown vs. Smith comparison
(from Writing to Learn Science)
1. Compare the use of paragraphs in both versions
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2. Compare the use of transitions in both versions
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3. Compare the length of sentences in both versions
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4. Which version has more subordinate clauses?
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5. Which version uses simple vocabulary? For instance, what is the equivalent of "it was discovered" in Smith's?
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6. Which version uses more words from scientific jargon? For instance, what is the equivalent of "adrenalectomized" in Smith's?
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7. Which version uses passive voice? For instance, what is the equivalent of "ACTH has been reported ... to decrease" in Smith's?
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8. Count the length of each version. How many lines of text in each?
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