Chapters 5, 7p2, 3, 9, and Test 2 Review Questions

Effective notetaking includes both A. listening and thinking. B. hearing and seeing. C. hearing and smelling. D. seeing and thinking.

A. Listening and thinking

Select all that apply Which of the following are true of taking notes on the course material directly, such as in a hard-copy textbook or a digital textbook? A. Study notes should be created from the annotations you have made in the text itself. B. Anything you annotate in the course material does not need to be included in your study notes. C. One serious disadvantage of online textbooks is that there is still no way to make notes in them. D. Writing in the text by itself is not sufficient to promote learning.

A. Study notes should be created from the annotations you have made in the text itself. D. Writing in the text by itself is not sufficient to promote learning.

Matt is in the library studying. He's using library books as references and needs to take notes. What should Matt do? A. Use the same techniques as you would in a class lecture. B. Write a one-page summary of the material. C. Take notes in the margin and highlight key points. D. Avoid using graphs or charts.

A. Use the same techniques as you would in a class lecture.

A good rule for highlighting is to A. highlight topic sentences and key points. B. highlight as much as possible to make studying for tests easier. C. consider highlighting the margin notes made by the book's previous owner. D. highlight unfamiliar words.

A. highlight topic sentences and key points.

Select all that apply In preparing for good note taking, you should A. identify your goals for the course. B. skim your notes from the previous lecture. C. choose a seat in the back of the room. D. complete assignments prior to class.

A. identify your goals for the course. B. skim your notes from the previous lecture. D. complete assignments prior to class.

Information that is repeated frequently during a lecture is A. important to recall and should be included in your notes. B. interesting to know and fun to remember. C. important to the instructor but not necessarily important to you. D. easy to remember and does not need to be written down.

A. important to recall and should be included in your notes.

The reading benefits of utilizing advance organizers include A. improved comprehension and retention. B. improved speed and inspiration. C. improved determination and motivation.

A. improved comprehension and retention.

Select all that apply Moving around when studying can A. increase the number of potential ways to trigger a relevant memory later. B. increase the number of ways in which the information is stored. C. decrease the amount of time and effort required to understand important information.

A. increase the number of potential ways to trigger a relevant memory later. B. increase the number of ways in which the information is stored.

No matter how humble or imposing their physical appearance, libraries are a good place to go when you need to gather A. information. B. friends. C. strength. D. confidence in your studies.

A. information.

Presentations on topics that appear minimally covered or detailed is A. informative about the relative importance of those topics. B. meaningless about the relative importance of those topics. C. a sign of poor teaching by an instructor.

A. informative about the relative importance of those topics.

When taking notes in a college class, you should NOT aim to A. keep a transcript of everything spoken in class. B. include items the instructor highlights as of significant importance. C. write down key words and concepts.

A. keep a transcript of everything spoken in class.

Select all that apply In common searches for library materials, which of the following are most often useful? A. keyword(s) B. author C. publisher D. title

A. keyword(s) B. author D. title

Select all that apply Which of the following can help you keep a balance between too many and too few notes? A. knowing how to discern what information is important. B. being engaged and involved in class. C. only write down every other point the instructor makes. D. write down as much as you can and edit out the less important stuff later.

A. knowing how to discern what information is important. B. being engaged and involved in class.

The ______ we use to describe the ethnic and racial group membership of ourselves and others is in constant flux; and what we call people matters. A. language B. beliefs C. affiliation

A. language

When we seek out opportunities to be with people who are different from us, we can A. learn more, grow, and be challenged. B. more easily hold on to familiar stereotypes. C. encourage broad generalizations about others.

A. learn more, grow, and be challenged.

The term "culture" refers to A. learned behaviors and beliefs that are characteristics of your society. B. biologically determined physical characteristics that set one group apart from others. C. shared national origins. D. knowledge and understanding about other people's backgrounds.

A. learned behaviors and beliefs that are characteristics of your society.

Research documents often refer to other documents, supplements, or appendices. In a somewhat similar fashion, web pages often provide ______ to additional supporting material. A. links B. sites C. blogs

A. links

Select all that apply Cultural competence provides us with a basis for A. making the most of our contributions to society. B. making decisions about other cultures. C. seeing our own culture as superior to others. D. civic engagement. E. acting with civility toward others.

A. making the most of our contributions to society. D. civic engagement. E. acting with civility toward others.

Key lecture information is most likely to be found A. on the board, projected from overheads, and/or on PowerPoint slides. B. in the back of the textbook and on the professor's homepage. D. in the syllabus and classroom handouts.

A. on the board, projected from overheads, and/or on PowerPoint slides.

Select all that apply Select the three types of books most likely found in college libraries today? A. rare book collections B. high-demand books C. books with art D. general reference books

A. rare book collections B. high-demand books C. books with art

Which of the following cannot be be provided on a web page? A. smells and tastes B. typed information C. digitized information D. photos, audio clips, and graphs

A. smells and tastes

Which of the following notetaking sequences makes the most sense based on the advice given in the chapter? A. flash cards, class notes, study notes B. class notes, text notes, study notes C. class notes, study notes, flash cards D. meta-message, flash cards, text notes

B. class notes, text notes, study notes

Bridging surface differences between you and others can result in A. a loss of personal identity. B. close, lasting social ties. C. increased discrimination. D. a fear of others.

B. close, lasting social ties.

Select all that apply Ways to let someone know that you like them without making an announcement include A. saying hurtful things to them in a playful way. B. engaging them in conversation. C. inviting them to join you in an activity. D. pretending that you are not interested in them.

B. engaging them in conversation. C. inviting them to join you in an activity.

Successful note taking in a class involves not just hearing what an instructor says but also ______. A. writing what you believe B. listening actively C. thinking out of the box D. knowing what your classmates hear

B. listening actively

Padma has started to dislike going to work, because her co-workers deliberately take all of the pens from her desk, and they never invite her to lunch, even when they all leave as a group. Padma is experiencing A. stereotyping. B. microaggressions. C. altruism. D. hazing.

B. microaggressions.

While Pearl is researching for her history assignment, she comes across a website that has been established by a well-known publisher, therefore A. the information is probably inaccurate. B. more than likely the information is accurate. C. it's not important to site the source. D. information is probably missing.

B. more than likely the information is accurate.

Select all that apply What are typical characteristics of the groups of items that form a library's special collections? A. oversized B. rare C. irreplaceable D. unique

B. rare C. irreplaceable D. unique

If Janice is "rehearsing" to remember key information, what is she doing? A. writing an acronym B. repeating and summarizing c. drawing a concept map D. creating a mnemonic

B. repeating and summarizing

Relationships must be built on a foundation of ______, which means we are able to count on others and they will be open with us. A. loyalty B. trust C. honesty

B. trust

When individuals know they can count on each other, there is ______ in their relationship. A. uncertainty B. trust C. opportunity D. skepticism

B. trust

An instructor's "objective" is A. the subject he or she likes to talk about the most. B. what he or she wants a student to learn in the class. C. his or her opportunities for professional advancement. D. the time he or she spends preparing a lesson.

B. what he or she wants a student to learn in the class.

Which of the following is a reason for chunking information we are learning? A. Because we can only learn a limited amount of new information, we need to forget unnecessary information. B. When new material exceeds more than 25 items, we need shortcuts for recalling it. C. As we learn new material, we can only hold a limited amount of information in our heads at the same time

C. As we learn new material, we can only hold a limited amount of information in our heads at the same time

Select all that apply Good notes—neither too many nor too few—will A. virtually guarantee you will excel in the class. B. make it unnecessary for you to read the provided textbook. C. capture the most important points raised in class. D. optimize your recall and mastery of the course subject matter.

C. capture the most important points raised in class. D. optimize your recall and mastery of the course subject matter.

Through the use of media such as e-mail and the web, we have the ability to A. ensure our privacy more than ever before. B. guarantee that all information on the web is accurate. C. communicate with people around the world.

C. communicate with people around the world.

Awareness of the world's diversity has increased most recently because of A. new religious groups and changes in belief systems. B. declining population growth among those of African, Latin, Asian, and Arabic ancestry. C. global access to the Internet and web.

C. global access to the Internet and web.

Monica pretends to explain her reading assignment to her classmates to help her A. prioritize the ideas in the material. B. recognize flaws in an argument. C. identify weak spots in her understanding of the material. D. improve her speaking skills.

C. identify weak spots in her understanding of the material.

The power of virtual communication is A. its ability to discourage curiosity. B. its ability to create face-to-face experiences. C. its ability to break the bounds of physical location.

C. its ability to break the bounds of physical location.

Megan frantically copies her instructor's notes word for word. What should Megan do to get the most of the class? A. stop taking notes altogether B. ask another student in class to take the notes for her C. keep a balance between taking too many and too few notes D. keep writing everything down

C. keep a balance between taking too many and too few notes

Identify the universal element that plays a key role in shaping how people think about themselves. A. birthplace B. college education C. language

C. language

Students accessing materials from a reserve collection should expect A. no one else to need them during the term. B. to be able to check them out indefinitely. C. limitations on when and where they can use them.

C. limitations on when and where they can use them.

Actively listening while taking notes is characterized by A. ignoring the meaning behind the message that you hear. B. listening to what the instructor says and writing down as many words as possible. C. listening for key ideas. D. treating hearing and listening as if they were the same thing.

C. listening for key ideas.

The ______ is the underlying main idea that the instructor is trying to convey. A. hidden message B. mega-message C. meta-message D. minor message

C. meta-message

Which of the following is NOT one of the steps to take in preparation for good note taking? A. selecting a seat that promotes good note taking B. completing assignments prior to attending class C. reviewing the results from someone else's quizzes and tests D. identifying the instructor's goals for the course

C. reviewing the results from someone else's quizzes and tests

Information prominently written on the classroom board or on the course homepage A. is typically just a reminder to the instructor to discuss it during class. B. should just be read and thought about during class; it is not the kind of material you need in your notes. C. should be included in your notes and highlighted in some way.

C. should be included in your notes and highlighted in some way.

People who are lonely in college A. almost always need professional help. B. should understand that sometimes college schedules allow for little social interaction. C. should make an effort to see other students outside of class. D. are in the minority.

C. should make an effort to see other students outside of class.

Select the definition of "You" statements. A. statements that cast responses in terms of oneself and one's individual interpretation B. a person who can only talk about themselves and infrequently listens to other people C. statements that cast blame or make assumptions about what is occurring in someone else's head

C. statements that cast blame or make assumptions about what is occurring in someone else's head

Notes taken for the purpose of reviewing material are called A. marginal notes. B. textbook notes. C. study notes. D. test notes.

C. study notes.

To better understand our diverse world, college students should A. attend a college that has a homogeneous population. B. log on to Facebook between classes. C. take an anthropology course, study religion, or learn history.

C. take an anthropology course, study religion, or learn history.

Bob is a white, Italian American student at a racially and ethnically diverse university in Massachusetts. He can begin to develop his cultural competence by A. taking a trip to Vermont and New Hampshire. B. learning not to express his opinions about street gangs when Hispanics and African Americans are around. C. taking a course in world religions. D. only hanging out with people who look and act like him.

C. taking a course in world religions.

Rebecca prefers highlighting, annotating, circling, and writing margin notes, which are skills used for taking study notes on A. periodicals. B. another student's notes. C. textbooks. D. library books.

C. textbooks.

A meta-message is ______. A. another term used for an e-mail message B. a digital touch message sent to people using iMessage on iPhone C. the underlying main ideas that a speaker is seeking to convey D. an overt message you hear

C. the underlying main ideas that a speaker is seeking to convey

The Cornell Method of Notetaking recommends that the notebook page be divided into ______ sections. A. five B. two C. three D. multiple

C. three

One appropriate way to make use of librarians is to ask them A. to find the sources that apply to your topic. B. questions without organizing your thoughts beforehand. C. to assist you in sorting through the information you have found.

C. to assist you in sorting through the information you have found.

Jason is studying Spanish and is having trouble figuring out one of the words. He should A. immediately look it up in a dictionary. B. look it up in a dictionary after he finishes reading. C. try and figure it out using context clues. D. not stop or it will interrupt his train of thought.

C. try and figure it out using context clues.

Ronald realizes that reading is not a race, that the fastest readers are not necessarily the best readers. What does Ronald believe the key to good reading is? A. speed B. using a highlighter C. understanding the material D. having the right tools of the trade

C. understanding the material

How does a student determine when he or she has taken too many notes? A. when key ideas are explained in full B. when the notes consist of multiple outlines, charts, and graphs C. when the notes contain almost every word the professor has said D. when abbreviations stand in for all the key concepts

C. when the notes contain almost every word the professor has said

The best method for taking study notes depends on ______. A. how frequently your instructor gives tests and exams B. whether or not you already know what is being taught in class C. whether or not you can write on the material you wish to take notes on D. how long the course term lasts

C. whether or not you can write on the material you wish to take notes on

Good note taking is best characterized as A. writing down everything the instructor says. B. writing only words and phrases that are new. C. writing down what will be most useful to you.

C. writing down what will be most useful to you.

One reason for using short, abbreviated phrases when taking notes is that A. you will have more time to take in your surroundings. B. it will more fun to read your notes when you review them. C. writing in full sentences slows you down.

C. writing in full sentences slows you down.

True or false: Like race, ethnicity is a genetic feature of an individual.

False

Pamela is considering good notetaking tips while she's in class. She's listening closely for key words and phrases. Now, what should she do? A. Use both sides of the paper. B. Use complete sentences. c. Try to write down everything your instructor says. D. Use abbreviations.

D. Use abbreviations.

cultural competence A. a competing value. B. an ability to stereotype. C. a genetic tendency. D. a learned skill.

D. a learned skill.

As his instructor begins to speak, Raul quickly starts to write down everything he hears. Raul should really focus on the most important aspect of taking notes, which is A. using complete sentences. B. understanding the instructor's goals. C. hearing what the instructor says. D. active listening and thinking.

D. active listening and thinking.

Because cultural groups are constantly changing, developing cultural competence is A. a useless endeavor. B. very difficult to accomplish. C. easy to accomplish. D. an ongoing process.

D. an ongoing process.

Being a good listener involves A. talking as much as possible. B. agreeing with the speaker as much as possible. C. planning a rebuttal to what the speaker is saying while pretending to listen. D. asking questions to clarify what the speaker is trying to say.

D. asking questions to clarify what the speaker is trying to say.

Before going to class, it is important that Jane completes all of her assignments A. to make a favorable impression on the instructor. B. so she won't have to take notes during the lecture. C. to ensure a higher course grade. D. because lectures are usually based on the assigned material.

D. because lectures are usually based on the assigned material.

Marta applied and interviewed for a job. She was a perfect fit for the position; however, she wasn't hired. The hiring manager found out she was pregnant so someone who wasn't as qualified was offered the position. Marta experienced A. racism. B. exclusion. C. prejudice. D. discrimination.

D. discrimination.

If you would like to use census data to support a research paper on urban growth, which item from the library's basic collection would you use? A. periodicals B. indexes and online databases C. encyclopedias D. government documents

D. government documents

Notes that summarize ideas in short phrases and show a relationship among concepts through the use of indentions are A. oppositional notes. B. optimal notes. C. outstanding notes. D. in outline form.

D. in outline form.

The ability to determine what information is necessary, and then to locate, evaluate, and effectively use that information is known as A. a call number. B. periodicals. C. cybersecurity. D. information competency.

D. information competency.

Before you begin an assignment, think about what your goal is. That can help you determine if you should read the materials with a high or low degree of A. evaluation. B. rethinking. C. organization. D. intensity.

D. intensity.

With some materials, you aren't able to write your notes directly on them. These include A. journals and magazines that you have purchased. B. handouts from your instructor. C. textbooks you have purchased. D. library books and reserved readings.

D. library books and reserved readings.

Stereotype vulnerability reflects A. when a person holds negative stereotypes about a group to which they do not belong. B. when a person's deeply held stereotypes begin to dissipate. C. when the stereotypes a person holds puts them into a dangerous situation. D. obstacles to performance that stem from a person's awareness of society's stereotypes.

D. obstacles to performance that stem from a person's awareness of society's stereotypes.

The term ______ is used to refer to obvious physical differences, determined by biology, that set one group apart from others. A. diversity B. homogeneous C. culture D. race

D. race

It's important not only to understand the main ideas of a reading assignment, but also to A. finish the reading in a predetermined period of time. B. read the entire assignment a second time. C. take thorough notes about possible opposing points of view. D. rephrase the key points in your own words.

D. rephrase the key points in your own words.

According to your text, the process by which the material transfers from your short-term memory to your long-term memory involves A. evaluating. B. memory consolidation. C. a memorization strategy. D. rethinking.

D. rethinking.

Which of the following represents good communication for building and maintaining a relationship? A. talking about your own dreams and goals B. listening to the other person talk about their dreams and goals C. talking about your own problems D. talking about each other's dreams and goals

D. talking about each other's dreams and goals

Relationships with others are a critical aspect of our sense of A. co-dependence. B. popularity. C.style. D. well-being.

D. well-being.

Our images and feelings about various labels used to describe various groups (such as disabled, female, and overweight) comes from A. our genetic makeup and blood type. B. what we read and what we sense. C. our relatives and friends. D. what we know, have been told, or assume.

D. what we know, have been told, or assume.

An unconscious belief or stereotype that a person holds about groups of people is a(n) _____ bias.

implicit

The following are all methods for rehearsing information you want to recall, EXCEPT A. summarizing information. B. telling others the information. C. associating information with other memories. D. repeating information in your head. E. writing it down once and hiding the note from yourself.

E. writing it down once and hiding the note from yourself.

Embedded website addresses added to web pages are called ____________

hyperlinks

______ listening is the voluntary act of focusing on what is being said, making sense of it, and thinking about it in a way that makes sense to you. A. Active B. Tangential C. Energetic D. Tactile

A. Active

Select all that apply Which of the following can be considered nonverbal cues from an instructor during a lecture? (Check all that apply.) A. An unusual lack of enthusiasm for the topic B. The instructor giving reading assignments on the topic C. Frequent repetition of key points on the topic D. The instructor getting excited about the topic

A. An unusual lack of enthusiasm for the topic D. The instructor getting excited about the topic

Select the example that reflects racial groupings. A. Asian, Black, white B. Irish, English, German D. Catholic, Jewish, Protestant

A. Asian, Black, white

Select all that apply When conflict occurs and communication in a relationship is tested, which of the following are needed? A. Become a more sensitive listener. B. Take time away so you do not have to listen to each other. C. Say everything you are thinking and then leave. D. Seek more careful ways to say what you think and feel.

A. Become a more sensitive listener. D. Seek more careful ways to say what you think and feel.

Which of the steps in the POWER process gives you an opportunity to ask yourself "What does all this mean?" after you have completed a reading assignment? A. Evaluate B. Rethink C. Organize D. Prepare E. Work

A. Evaluate

What is a possible challenge Jim may encounter while researching information online for his paper about France? A. Information may be unreliable or out of date. B. He may find limited information on his topic. C. It will be unnecessarily more complicated than going to the library. D. He needs to speak French.

A. Information may be unreliable or out of date.

Why is taking your preferred notetaking tools to class—your favorite kind of pen, or your laptop—recommended? A. It can give you the confidence and focus you need to take effective notes. B. It helps you understand how similar you are to your classmates. C. Your favorite tools are bound to make you a better notetaker. D. Instructors usually require you to express your choice of tools by the first class session.

A. It can give you the confidence and focus you need to take effective notes.

Select all that apply Identify approaches that would be effective for taking notes from materials that cannot be directly written on. A. Look for key ideas, definitions, and quotations for your notes. B. Take notes the same way you would in a lecture. C. Use a pencil to write in the margin. D. Use your laptop to take notes.

A. Look for key ideas, definitions, and quotations for your notes. B. Take notes the same way you would in a lecture. D. Use your laptop to take notes.

How should your study notes relate to the notes you make in your textbook or other course materials? A. Once created, your study notes should stand alone. B. Generally you will either create study notes or annotate course material, not both. C. Your study notes should primarily act as an index of where to find useful content in course materials. D. There is little relationship between the two—you should use them separately.

A. Once created, your study notes should stand alone.

According to your text, what is the best way to remember what you have read? A. Rethink the material, rereading the more difficult or important parts. B. Put it away for at least two days. C. Highlight key words. D. Write a one-page summary.

A. Rethink the material, rereading the more difficult or important parts.

Select all that apply Identify effective strategies for increasing your understanding of and sensitivity to other cultures. A. Study other cultures and customs. B. Ignore people's backgrounds. C. Spend a term studying abroad. D. Travel to different places. E. Participate in service learning.

A. Study other cultures and customs. C. Spend a term studying abroad. D. Travel to different places. E. Participate in service learning.

Healthy communication in relationships is A. a blend of talking and listening. B. a coordinated activity at a specific time. C. recognizable when one person does most of the talking. D. at any hour you desire, day or night.

A. a blend of talking and listening.

Bella was discussing welfare with her classmates. She made the statement, "People on welfare are lazy." This comment is A. a stereotype. B. racist. C. discriminatory. D. culturally competent.

A. a stereotype.

Select all that apply Keys to effective notetaking include A. actively listening and thinking about the material. B. writing as much of the instructors words as possible. C. writing down the right amount of information.

A. actively listening and thinking about the material. C. writing down the right amount of information.

In order to make friends, it is important to A. be open to friendships with people who are different from you. B. always focus energy on one or two people. C. keep feelings and emotions hidden. D. be good-looking and charming.

A. be open to friendships with people who are different from you.

Healthy relationships between two people begin as friendships and include all EXCEPT A. feelings of unfulfillment. B. feelings of emotional attachment. C. feelings of interdependence.

A. feelings of unfulfillment.

While a few libraries still use cards filed in drawers or on microfilm, most library catalogs today are computerized and thus usually accessible A. from home or residence hall rooms. B. exclusively from on-campus locations. C. only from the library lobby.

A. from home or residence hall rooms.

The best way to achieve a balance between too few and too many notes is to A. pay close attention in class. B. write down everything the instructor says and edit out all of the irrelevant ideas later. C. write down everything the instructor says. D. learn when to quit listening.

A. pay close attention in class.

Phil skims his notes from the last course lecture, and reviews the summary section of his assigned reading. What is Phil doing? A. performing a pre-class warm-up B. considering the Cornell Method of Notetaking C. getting his notetaking tools together D. accepting the instructor, despite his/her limitations

A. performing a pre-class warm-up

Spending 5 or 10 minutes immediately after class to review what you have heard can A. save you hours of work later. B. be enough time to study the new material. C. enhance your instructor's opinion of you. D. eliminate the need to ask clarifying questions.

A. save you hours of work later.

A computerized index to information on the web is known as a A. search engine. B. link. C. periodical. D. web page.

A. search engine.

Definitions, quotations, and formulas written on a board are significant because they likely represent information you will ______. A. see on a test B. hear about in the future C. discuss in small group settings D. read in popular magazines

A. see on a test

One way to improve your listening skills is to A. stop talking. B. interrupt with relevant information. C. tell stories and give feedback.

A. stop talking.

Loyalty in a good relationship implies that the relationship partners are A. supportive of one another. B. suspicious of one another. C. intimately engaged with one another. D. independent of one another.

A. supportive of one another.

Students with cultural differences have A. the same basic concerns as all students. B. a better chance of graduating. C. a tendency to stay away from crowds. D. a desire to cluster together.

A. the same basic concerns as all students.

International travel is a strategy for seeing other cultures firsthand and learning about the people who live in other countries; but if funds are short, it would be a positive step to A. visit any area, even nearby, that is different from the ones you are familiar with and meeting the people who live and work there. B. read books that have been written by foreigners and making assumptions about their cultures. C. watch International HGTV and going to movies that have been filmed in foreign countries.

A. visit any area, even nearby, that is different from the ones you are familiar with and meeting the people who live and work there.

Select all that apply Commonly held but inaccurate assumptions about conflicts in relationships include the ideas that A. with careful attention two people can avoid conflict. B. good people are regularly in conflict. C. conflicts don't occur in "good" relationships.

A. with careful attention two people can avoid conflict. C. conflicts don't occur in "good" relationships.

Under the ______, colleges that accept federal government support are legally obligated to provide support to students with diagnosed learning disabilities. A. Attention Deficit Disorder Act (ADDA) B. Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) C. Learning Disorders Act (LDA)

B. Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA)

Which of the following is an effective strategy to employ when highlighting? A. Make sure at least 35 percent of the text is highlighted. B. Be selective about what to highlight. C. Always highlight the first sentence.

B. Be selective about what to highlight.

______ refers to people of shared national origins or cultural patterns such as Puerto Ricans, Irish, and Italian Americans. A. Culture B. Ethnicity C. Race

B. Ethnicity

Select all that apply Which of the following are specialized search engines for academic research? A. Web Peer Review B. Google Scholar C. Science.gov D. Microsoft Academic

B. Google Scholar C. Science.gov D. Microsoft Academic

Which of the following students is likely to learn the most from a reading assignment? A. Travis, who studies for two hours and does not take any breaks B. Kenny, who studies for two hours with three ten-minute breaks to stretch and drink some water C. Jim, who studies for two hours straight and then decides how he will handle his grandmother's medical bills D. Roberto, who takes frequent breaks and checks his voice mail several times discovering he has several people he needs to call back

B. Kenny, who studies for two hours with three ten-minute breaks to stretch and drink some water

______ is a subjective state in which people do not experience the level of connection with others that they desire. A. Introversion B. Loneliness C. Anxiety D. Depression

B. Loneliness

One example of a web browser is A. Facebook. B. Mozilla. C. Microsoft Office. D. Skype.

B. Mozilla.

Which of the following is NOT among the strategies recommended for increasing your cultural competence? A. Explore people's backgrounds. B. Pretend you are color blind. C. Accept differences. D. Don't make assumptions about who people are.

B. Pretend you are color blind.

Samantha links new information with what she already knows, integrates the information, and creates concept maps to help her remember material better. Which phase of the P.O.W.E.R. plan is Samantha following? A. Preparing B. Rethinking C. Evaluating D. Organizing

B. Rethinking

Francisco needs help absorbing key ideas from the classes he attends. What should he do? A. Avoid distractions by sitting close to the front of the room. B. Review the lecture notes immediately after class for 5 to 10 minutes. D. Record the lecture. D. Use a laptop computer.

B. Review the lecture notes immediately after class for 5 to 10 minutes.

Select all that apply Although not usually assigned, reading the frontmatter provides insight into the author's purpose for writing the material. Which of the following are examples of frontmatter materials? A. Bibliography B. Table of contents C. Preface

B. Table of contents C. Preface

It has been 4 years since Clara and Michael began their relationship. Clara has completed her degree and got a solid job at an architect firm. What does Michael need to do to remain strong in the relationship? A. talk to her friends about her changing and find out what they'd do B. accept that she has changed and try to transform in the relationship with her C. break up with her D. discuss her faults with her

B. accept that she has changed and try to transform in the relationship with her

While in class, Allen is focusing on the PowerPoint slides the instructor is projecting in the front of the classroom. Allen should A. record the lecture. B. add definitions and formulas to his notes. C. avoid copying formulas. D. listen to the lecture and don't take notes

B. add definitions and formulas to his notes.

If you find yourself in a classroom with an instructor who talks too fast, mumbles, or isn't making much sense, A. ask to withdraw. B. ask for clarification. C. ask for an a different instructor. D. immediately complain to the department chair.

B. ask for clarification.

In a conflict situation, using phrases such as, "Tell me more," or "Can you give me an example of that?" are part of which conflict-resolution strategy? A. acknowledging anger B. asking for clarification C. getting personal D. looking for a win-win solution

B. asking for clarification

The term "race" refers to A. knowledge and understanding about other people's backgrounds. B. biologically determined physical characteristics that set one group apart from others. C. learned behaviors and beliefs that are characteristics of your society. D. shared national origins.

B. biologically determined physical characteristics that set one group apart from others.

Exploring our own preexisting assumptions is a way to A. validate our unfounded prejudices. B. build our cultural competence. C. establish our group's superiority over other groups.

B. build our cultural competence.

The classification number that tells you where to find a particular book in the library is known as the A. stack. B. call number. C. periodical. D. URL.

B. call number.

Select all that apply Prejudice is evident in A. a willingness to work with members of another group. B. fear of members of another group. C. negative attitude toward members of a group. D. jealousy of members of another group.

B. fear of members of another group. C. negative attitude toward members of a group. D. jealousy of members of another group.

Select all that apply Understanding the information you receive in the first class session and through the syllabus is important because it will Blank______. (Check all that apply.) A. allow you to graduate from college B. help clarify what it is you want to learn from the course C. help you understand the instructor's goals with the course D. allow you to make a decision about your major

B. help clarify what it is you want to learn from the course C. help you understand the instructor's goals with the course

Select all that apply When a true relationship exists, the following components are present: A. uneasiness B. honesty C. trust D. avoidance E. loyalty

B. honesty C. trust E. loyalty

Select all that apply The Cornell Method of Notetaking is often recommended because A. it ensures you will capture everything your instructor says. B. it gives you room to add keywords or phrases when you review your notes. C. it provides you with space to add a summary of key points.

B. it gives you room to add keywords or phrases when you review your notes. C. it provides you with space to add a summary of key points.

Many colleges offer workshops on diversity and prejudice reduction because understanding comes from A. habits. B. knowledge. C. stereotyping. D. preexisting assumptions.

B. knowledge.

You send a powerful message to friends and loved ones if you A. jump in with observations during the conversation to show you are engaged. B. listen without distractions, opinions, or interruptions. C. use many nonverbal responses like frequent nodding and dramatic expressions.

B. listen without distractions, opinions, or interruptions.

Select the definition of "I" statements. A. statements that cast blame or make assumptions about what is occurring in someone else's head B. statements that cast responses in terms of oneself and one's individual interpretation C. a person who can only talk about themselves and infrequently listens to other people

B. statements that cast responses in terms of oneself and one's individual interpretation

The main ideas and themes of a reading are sometimes referred to as the A. time-out meaning. B. take-home message. C. take-out summary. D. tough-call topic.

B. take-home message.

You are likely to find which of the following types of government documents in a library? A. Local, state, and federal laws B. Tax receipts C. Census records D. Transcripts of secret hearings

C. Census records

Why is it recommended that you spend 5 or 10 minutes at the end of class to reconsider what you've heard during class? A. Immediately after a lecture is when you can see that the instructor's opinions are wrong. B. Doing so means you will not have to study your notes later on. C. Rethinking promotes the transfer of information into long-term memory. D. You can figure out if there will be a test on the information.

C. Rethinking promotes the transfer of information into long-term memory.

If your friend is struggling with remembering information from the reading, you might recommend SQ4R. This stands for A. System, Quality, Review, Relate, Recite, and Relearn. B. Survey, Question, Relate, Relearn, Record, and Revise. C. Survey, Question, Read, Recite, Record, and Review. D. Study, Question, Relate, Relearn, Recite, and Review.

C. Survey, Question, Read, Recite, Record, and Review.

Select all that apply Select all the statements that correctly describe implicit biases. (Choose every correct answer.) A. They are the result of the fear of conforming to a stereotype. B. They are the tendency to reject one's ingroup. C. They are beliefs we are not consciously aware of. D. They are stereotypes or beliefs about groups of people.

C. They are beliefs we are not consciously aware of. D. They are stereotypes or beliefs about groups of people.

It is important to approach all information obtained on the web with A. little regard. B. optimism. C. a critical eye. D. an understanding of the futility looking for anything reliable.

C. a critical eye.

Janice can read for relatively lengthy periods of time without getting jumpy. She likely has A. easy-to-read textbooks. B. a short attention span. C. a long attention span. D. ineffective reading methods.

C. a long attention span.

First-year student Jennifer is upset because her boyfriend decided to end their relationship. She can begin the path toward emotional recovery by A. trying to figure out what she could have done differently in the relationship. B. going over a list of her boyfriend's faults. C. accepting her feelings and keeping busy with studying and other activities. D. finding a new boyfriend as quickly as possible.

C. accepting her feelings and keeping busy with studying and other activities.

You can demonstrate to someone you are listening to them by A. interrupting with stories of similar situations. B. picking a piece of lint off of their sweater. C. asking questions.

C. asking questions.

When an instructor explains information too quickly, students should A. adopt a defeatist attitude. B. assume they can record future lectures. C. compare notes and fill in missing information. D. demand a new instructor.

C. compare notes and fill in missing information.

Cultural ______ is a basic knowledge of other races, ethnic groups, and cultures. A. diversity B. integration C. competence D. distinction

C. competence

Good listening is one of the ways to A. support the relationship with words. B. ensure that your opinion is known. C. enhance your understanding of others.

C. enhance your understanding of others.

Select all that apply Which of the following would likely have the most objective material? A. A website with an .edu address featuring student papers B. A website with an .org address featuring various blogs C. A website with a .com address D. A website with a .gov address

D. A website with a .gov address

______ refers to evaluations or judgments of members of a group that are based primarily on their membership in the group rather than on their individual characteristics. A. Evaluation B. Grading C. Stereotyping D. Prejudice

D. Prejudice

In a conflict situation, using a phrase such as, "It would make me feel better if you would pick up your clothes from the floor" is part of which conflict-resolution strategy? A. seeking help B. asking for clarification C. getting personal D. making your requests explicit

D. making your requests explicit

Liz listens for the underlying main idea of her instructor's lecture. That is, the meaning behind the overt message she is hearing. Your text refers to this as the A. significant topic. B. outline. C. key concept. D. meta-message.

D. meta-message.

People who put you down, consistently make you feel bad, or behave in ways that violate your personal standards are A. bad people. B. concerned about others. C. future partners. D. not friends.

D. not friends.

As Gary is reading, he wants to understand the material better; therefore, he researches the author's A. frontmatter. B. hometown. C. rethinking strategies. D. point of view.

D. point of view.

True or false: Evaluating main ideas and themes in terms of how they relate to you personally can make it difficult to recall information on a test.

False

Having a(n) ____________ handy when reading allows you the opportunity to find the meanings of unfamiliar words.

dictionary

A library's holdings of unique, rare, and irreplaceable items are referred to as __________ collections.

Special

__________ include magazines published for general audiences, specialized journals for professionals in a field, and newspapers.

periodicals

The process of practicing and learning material is called __________

rehearsal

The condition in which various institutional barriers harm a group that has been traditionally discriminated because of their race is called _____ racism.

systemic

Stereotype _____ is defined as obstacles to performance that stem from their awareness of society's stereotypes.

vulnerability

Select all that apply Identify some of the steps the text suggests when evaluating what you read. A. Prioritize the main topics. B. Put the book away and relax. C. Identify main ideas and themes and their value to you personally. D. Ask your instructor to quiz you. E. Answer the question, "What does all this mean?"

A. Prioritize the main topics. C. Identify main ideas and themes and their value to you personally. E. Answer the question, "What does all this mean?"

Select all that apply Which of the following statements are true about information provided by social media? A. Social media sites can provide very misleading information because of the "echo chamber" effect. B. Social media sites must regularly introduce perspectives that are different from the type of information the user has viewed before. C. Social media sites over time show a user an increasingly narrow range of information. D. Social media sites such as Facebook use algorithms to determine what you see.

A. Social media sites can provide very misleading information because of the "echo chamber" effect. C. Social media sites over time show a user an increasingly narrow range of information. D. Social media sites such as Facebook use algorithms to determine what you see.

Select all that apply Mnemonics are the tricks of the trade that professional memory experts use. Which of the following are mnemonic devices? A. acronyms B. formulas C. symbols D. rhymes E. acrostics

A. acronyms D. rhymes E. acrostics

The frontmatter is the material in the textbook ______ the chapters. A. at the beginning of the textbook prior to all B. at the end of C. prior each of

A. at the beginning of the textbook prior to all

Select all that apply Taking notes on particularly complex material should be done A. in the margins. B. on a computer. C. after all the reading is complete. D. on index cards. E. in a group setting.

A. in the margins. B. on a computer. D. on index cards.

Which of following is NOT an advantage to rephrasing key points from your reading? A. Writing down notes and phrases can assist with future review of the material. B. Information that you have written once will never be forgotten. C. Summarizing key points in your own words assists you in knowing if you understood it. D. The very act of writing helps us learn information in a more active manner.

B. Information that you have written once will never be forgotten.

Select all that apply Writing notes about your reading while reading A. allows you to reduce your concentration and focus. B. allows you to reinforce your learning. C. provides you with study notes to use later. D. allows you to manage interruptions.

B. allows you to reinforce your learning. C. provides you with study notes to use later.

Aspects of the web are similar to components of traditional libraries. For example, a web browser is equivalent to the library itself, while the web sites are equivalent to the library's A. bins. B. catalog. C. stacks. D. periodicals.

B. catalog.

Information literacy is more critical than ever because A. it is the quickest way to complete a research paper. B. of the sheer abundance of material available today. C. there are too many e-mail scams on the Internet. D. most information can only be accessed in print form.

B. of the sheer abundance of material available today.

"What do I like to read and why?" is a question that assists in discovering your A. reading concentration. B. reading comprehension. C. reading preferences. D. reading speed.

C. reading preferences.

What is the purpose of rehearsal? A. to remind you of information you've forgotten B. to do something entirely unrelated to reading C. to transfer material that you encounter into memory

C. to transfer material that you encounter into memory

Select all that apply What are visual resources with historical value that can sometimes be found in libraries? A. original photos B. works of art C. maps D. audio files

A. original photos B. works of art C. maps

Having enough ______ to read will help you stay focused on the assignment. A. time B. material C. speed D. food

A. time

Select all that apply It is important to find a memory strategy that works for you. To do this, you should do which of the following? A. Determine which vitamins and minerals you need to take. B. Use one technique for each test and see which technique results in the highest grade. C. Try several strategies and find those that work best. D. Use those that have worked for you in the past.

C. Try several strategies and find those that work best. D. Use those that have worked for you in the past.

Select all that apply Among the most common mnemonics are A. the method of loci. B. the peg method. C. acronyms. D. acrostics.

C. acronyms. D. acrostics.

The purpose of advance organizers is to A. increase your intelligence. B. identify your reading style. C. maximize your reading speed. D. pave the way for subsequent learning.

D. pave the way for subsequent learning.

What are advantages of a textbook in traditional print form? A. It provides many accessibility options. B. It can have questionnaires and exercises that you fill out in the text. C. It is generally less expensive than online versions. D. It can be easily marked with a highlighter.

B. It can have questionnaires and exercises that you fill out in the text. D. It can be easily marked with a highlighter.

Which of the following allows you to to look at information on the web? A. Facebook B. a browser C. Skype D. Microsoft Excel

B. a browser

Musical scores for ______ can be found in libraries. A. only unpublished works B. a wide range of well-known and lesser-known compositions C. only public-domain orchestral music D. mainly popular sing-along tunes

B. a wide range of well-known and lesser-known compositions

"Engaging your body" while studying refers to A. moving around so that you will stay awake. B. using your senses to help you memorize and recall information. C. eating so that you will have enough fuel for studying.

B. using your senses to help you memorize and recall information.

The POWER process is an example of the use of A. an acrostic. B. the peg method. C. an acronym. D. a jingle.

C. an acronym.

Adding personal notes, underlining and writing annotations on a page when reading is ______ that comes with having a new textbook. A. a problem B. a time saver C. an advantage D. a disadvantage

C. an advantage

When setting a reading goal for a course assignment, you should consider A. whether your classmates will read it. B. your feelings about the instructor. C. whether you will be tested on the material. D. your beliefs about reading.

C. whether you will be tested on the material.

A person with a learning ______ has difficulty processing information when listening, speaking, reading, and/or writing. A. ability B. skill C. preference D. disability

D. disability

Identify the benefit of rethinking material you have finished reading. A. It helps transfer material from short-term memory to long-term memory. B. It guarantees a higher grade on tests. C. A second read allows you to utilize your preferred learning style.

A. It helps transfer material from short-term memory to long-term memory.

Select all that apply What are advantages of a textbook in online form? A. It is typically less expensive than print versions. B. It can include software to help guide learning. C. It is a form that is free from distractions. D. It can include read-aloud features and alternate text for images.

A. It is typically less expensive than print versions. B. It can include software to help guide learning. D. It can include read-aloud features and alternate text for images.

Select all that apply Which of the following are features of a library's reserve collection? A. a set of items that an instructor has reserved for use by a class B. a set of materials that have been reserved from another library C. sometimes may be borrowed from the library for a limited period

A. a set of items that an instructor has reserved for use by a class C. sometimes may be borrowed from the library for a limited period

Reading the frontmatter of a textbook is helpful because: A. it is often the source of material for a test B. it provides insight to the author's point of view C. it provides definitions to important terms

B. it provides insight to the author's point of view

Select all that apply Google Scholar provides access to A. shop catalogues. B. journals. C. books. D. newspaper articles. E. abstracts.

B. journals. C. books. E. abstracts.

A library catalog provides the specific ______ of requested material. A. color B. location C. condition

B. location

Select all that apply Which of the following are among the basic tools that can assist you with a reading assignment? A. in a busy environment, allowing your mind to drift to other topics now and then so you don't get bored B. highlighter, pen or pencil, notebook, and a copy of assignment C. dictionary or access to something similar

B. highlighter, pen or pencil, notebook, and a copy of assignment C. dictionary or access to something similar

The reading benefits of utilizing advance organizers include A. improved determination and motivation. B. improved comprehension and retention. C. improved speed and inspiration.

B. improved comprehension and retention.

To preview the topics covered in a chapter, textbooks often have ______, which are excellent advance organizers. A. lengthy summaries B. chapter outlines C. margin notes

B. chapter outlines

Many if not most periodicals can be found A. in audiobook form. B. online. C. in bound volumes. D. on DVD.

B. online.

Many ______ attempt to cover the entire range of knowledge, taking up many volumes, but they often lack depth. A. journals B. dictionaries C. periodicals D. encyclopedias

D. encyclopedias

Your information ______ is your ability to determine what information is necessary, and then to locate, evaluate, and effectively use that information. A. complacency B. compassion C. connectivity D. literacy

D. literacy

To create an advance organizer you can skim through which of the following elements to view the material covered in the book? A. index B. acknowledgments section C. bibliography D. table of contents

D. table of contents

Which of the following questions is NOT recommended for evaluating your cultural competence on an ongoing basis? A. Do I recognize that, because of superficial differences, all people do not share the same basic needs? B. Do I seek to understand events and situations through the perspectives of others and not just my own? C. Do my friends represent diversity or are they generally similar to me?

A. Do I recognize that, because of superficial differences, all people do not share the same basic needs?

Select all that apply Basic questions to ask yourself when evaluating your notes include which of the following? A. Do my notes represent what was covered in class? B. Can my classmates read my handwriting? C. Do I agree with my instructor's opinion? D. Do I need to ask for clarification of any ideas?

A. Do my notes represent what was covered in class? D. Do I need to ask for clarification of any ideas?

Used textbooks with comments in the margins made by other students A. will become valuable resources in your library. B. can be distracting when you read. C. can help you get a better grade in the course.

B. can be distracting when you read.

The principle of chunking A. can help us store information more efficiently. B. will assist us in writing papers more effectively. C. helps us forget information that we don't want to hold on to.

A. can help us store information more efficiently.

Library catalogs generally include information about requested material like the date of publication, number of pages, and A. cost of the document. B. publisher. C. marital status of the author.

B. publisher.

A(n) ______ is a computerized index to information on the web—for example, Google. A. annotated bibliography B. search engine C. online course D. hot spot

B. search engine

Sentences in which the first letters of the words spell out something that needs to be recalled are known as A. acronyms. B. acrostics. C. jingles. D. pegs.

B. acrostics.

What is likely to happen when we read too fast? A. Comprehension and retention fall. B. Additional time to contemplate is available. C. The ability to learn more is increased.

A. Comprehension and retention fall.

Select all that apply Which of the following questions are generally recommended for evaluating information found on the web? A. How authoritative is the information? B. How well are the claims documented? C. Does the information reflect my opinion? D. How current is the information?

A. How authoritative is the information? B. How well are the claims documented? D. How current is the information?

One of the tips in your textbook is to open a second window and do a second web search. What is the value of the two different sets of results? A. You can decide which of the two was the better search and discard one of them. B. It is a way of "tricking" the search engine into giving you better results. C. You can identify common links between the two searches, which are more likely to be relevant.

C. You can identify common links between the two searches, which are more likely to be relevant.

A(n) __________ page is a document that presents you with information online and is typically linked to other pages.

web

Select all that apply Which of the following are true of mnemonics? A. They are an imperfect route to memorization. B. They can take as much time to create as simply learning the information in the first place. C. They can be difficult to forget because they are deeply meaningful.

A. They are an imperfect route to memorization. B. They can take as much time to create as simply learning the information in the first place.

Select all that apply Which of the following statements are generally true about books in college libraries today? A. They are increasingly accessed online instead of as physical books. B. They have been discarded from some libraries entirely. C. They are being added in increasing numbers to many libraries. D. They have been removed from some libraries and placed in storage.

A. They are increasingly accessed online instead of as physical books. B. They have been discarded from some libraries entirely. D. They have been removed from some libraries and placed in storage.

Select all that apply The text lists several strategies for getting the most out of rethinking what you've read. What are some of those strategies? A. Think deeply about the material and its main idea(s). B. Rewrite all of your notes so you make sure you didn't forget anything. C. Carefully read every word a second time. D. Skim less important material.

A. Think deeply about the material and its main idea(s). D. Skim less important material.

After you have read an assignment, you need to be able to answer which simple question? A. What does all this mean? B. Should I reread? C. What additional material can I read pertaining to this topic?

A. What does all this mean?

Select all that apply If you learn to read effectively, you will gain which of the following? A. a greater understanding of the material you are reading B. increased knowledge in the subject area that you are reading C. an ability to study less for all subjects D. a desire to read only great books

A. a greater understanding of the material you are reading B. increased knowledge in the subject area that you are reading

The key difference between an acronym and an acrostic is that A. acronyms are words or phrases, while acrostics are sentences. B. acronyms are used for complex lists and acrostics are used for simple lists. C. acronyms are used for simple lists and acrostics are used for complex lists. D. acronyms are sentences, which acrostics are words.

A. acronyms are words or phrases, while acrostics are sentences.

Select all that apply Several strategies for staying focused while reading are linked to managing your time. These include A. allocating the proper amount of time for the number of pages to be read. B. reading the assignment as close to the class meeting as possible. C. allowing for short breaks. D. reading assignments at a friend's house. E. reading long assignments in smaller, manageable periods of time.

A. allocating the proper amount of time for the number of pages to be read. C. allowing for short breaks. E. reading long assignments in smaller, manageable periods of time.

Select all that apply Whenever highlighting anything in a text, you should A. be selective about what you highlight. B. highlight as much as you can so that you will remember more. C. read the whole paragraph through beforehand.

A. be selective about what you highlight. C. read the whole paragraph through beforehand.

What is the primary task to complete in order to ensure you have enough time to complete your reading? A. finding out how many pages are involved B. dealing with mental distractions C. allowing yourself at least an hour D. breaking up the reading into small, manageable bites

A. finding out how many pages are involved

Formal techniques used to make material more readily remembered are called A. mnemonics. B. silent. C. odds. D. phrases.

A. mnemonics.

Handbooks are ______ encyclopedias and are a good place to find ______. A. more specialized than; an overview of key issues B. just another name for; a wide range of topics and interesting facts C. more general than; a wide range of topics and interesting facts D. more general than; an overview of key issues

A. more specialized than; an overview of key issues

In the "echo chamber" created by information provided by social media sites, people see ______. A. only information that aligns with their partisan loyalty B. a balanced media message C. only information that challenges their partisan loyalty

A. only information that aligns with their partisan loyalty

Select all that apply Examples of advance organizers in reading material include A. overviews. B. section objectives. C. page numbers. D. an index.

A. overviews. B. section objectives.

Librarians are well educated, highly trained guides who can A. save you time in a dense forest of information. B. assist you in making out your course schedule for the next term. C. create bibliographies for your papers.

A. save you time in a dense forest of information.

Using a search engine, you can use quotation marks to A. search for an exact phrase or even a whole sentence. B. allow for misspellings of your search terms. C. tell the search engine to look for any single one of the words within the quotation marks.

A. search for an exact phrase or even a whole sentence.

Select all that apply Effective rehearsal strategies include A. summarizing the information. B. repeating and reciting information. C. asking classmates what they studied. D. studying the day before the exam.

A. summarizing the information. B. repeating and reciting information.

Select all that apply You can make a textbook "your own" in ways that improve your learning by A. taking notes in the margins. B. writing your name on the inside of the cover. C. putting it in your back pack at the beginning of the term. D. writing in your book as you learn new things.

A. taking notes in the margins. D. writing in your book as you learn new things.

The more senses you involve when trying to remember information, A. the better you will be able to remember. B. the more you will recall other events. C. the more confusing it will be to try to remember.

A. the better you will be able to remember.

In addition to the same basic materials, all libraries have A. the tools to help you locate the material you need. B. people who will do research for you. C. computer experts who can assist you with your technology needs.

A. the tools to help you locate the material you need.

When trying to memorize new information, it is important to recognize that A. there are a number of strategies you can use. B. only one method will be effective for you. C. you cannot use a combination of strategies. D. you must always use the same strategy for it to be effective.

A. there are a number of strategies you can use.

Select all that apply Although mnemonics are helpful, they have a few shortcomings, including the fact that A. they do not focus on the meaning of items being remembered. B. they are quick and easy to develop and require little time to use. C. because the mnemonic itself has no meaning, it is easy to forget. D. because they help you learn information at the surface level, the information is less likely to be retained.

A. they do not focus on the meaning of items being remembered. C. because the mnemonic itself has no meaning, it is easy to forget. D. because they help you learn information at the surface level, the information is less likely to be retained.

Outlines, overviews, section objectives, and other clues provided in the material you are reading are known as __________ organizers.

Advanced

Tim witnessed a car crash. When the police asked him to recall the details of the crash, Tim used the memory of ______ like what he heard to trigger more complete memories of the way the event took place. A. acrostic methods B. sensory experiences C. tactile methods

B. sensory experiences

To gain the most from your reading, you should A. skim all reading before deciding whether to read more carefully. B. read everything with the same degree of intensity. C. consider the purpose of the reading before choosing your reading strategy.

C. consider the purpose of the reading before choosing your reading strategy.

Select all that apply Which of the following are advance organizers? A. final chapter of a textbook B. chapter content C. end-of-chapter summaries D. student's own outline of the assigned reading E. notes about the assigned reading, provided by the instructor

C. end-of-chapter summaries D. student's own outline of the assigned reading E. notes about the assigned reading, provided by the instructor

Research has shown that claims of speed reading are simply groundless because it is unlikely that any system can A. increase an individual's desire to read. B. influence the heart rate of readers so they can stay awake and read. C. overcome certain biological facts related to eye movements.

C. overcome certain biological facts related to eye movements.

The drawback to using acrostics when memorizing a list is that A. you have to have more than one acrostic for the same information. B. you have to have a long list to make it worthwhile. C. you have to remember the acrostic that you created.

C. you have to remember the acrostic that you created.

Thinking about your goal before beginning a reading assignment allows you to determine A. how to get away with as little effort as possible. B. whether it is worth doing the reading. C. your reading preferences. D. whether you can simply skim the material or not.

D. whether you can simply skim the material or not.

Census records, laws, and tax codes are some of the millions of __________ documents that are stored in libraries.

Government