English/Literacy/Reading
What is an inference? an assumption about a text deductive reasoning inductive reasoning a way to decide what the author isn't saying
An assumption about a text
When reading a story, it is important to _____ or find the intended meaning. look for what the author is trying to teach us ask questions about the characters make predictions about the next chapter look for common themes A direct, stated thesis
An intended meaning is when we use inferences to reach a conclusion of what the author is trying to teach us.
The acronym for the three main types of author's purpose is IPE PIE AYE DIE
PIE The acronym is PIE which stands for persuade, inform and entertain.
What are the four steps of the gist reading strategy?
1. Identify whether the text is primarily about a person, place, or thing .2. Identify which person, place, or thing is being discussed. 3. Identify what is being said about the person, place, or thing that the paragraph is principally about (i.e., identify the basic argument, angle, spin, or perspective that the section adopts regarding its topic). 4. Restate the essence of the paragraph in a sentence containing ten or fewer words.
What is a text's biographical context? The beliefs, education, culture, and experiences of the author The reader's own experiences, culture, education, and beliefs The events and ideas that surround an author and help shape his or her writing The text's vocabulary, sentence structures, and literary form None of these
A text's biographical context is the beliefs, education, culture, and experiences of the author.
How can a text's context of language and form affect the readability of a work? Currently, we are accustomed to images in our literature. Long words are less enjoyable to read than short words. The events and ideas can be confusing to a modern reader. Language changes make some words hard to understand. None of these
A text's context of language and form refers to the text's vocabulary, sentence structures, and literary form. As language changes, the use of words can become challenging to a modern reader.
Which of the following is NOT a benefit of discussing what you've read for better reading comprehension? Discussing the details of the text Hearing another person's perspective on the text Increasing your understanding of the text Getting to know a reading partner better
As not everyone reads and understands a passage the same way, hearing and discussing other people's interpretations and observations can add to or confirm your own comprehension, and increase your understanding of the text. Getting to know a reading partner better is NOT the goal of having a reading discussion.
All of the following indicators point to bias in written work EXCEPT: The writer's lack of citation The writer's inclusion of extraneous information The writer's use of vague statements The writer's use of impartial language None of these The writer's omission of crucial facts
Bias occurs when a writer displays a 'partiality' for or prejudice against someone, something, or some idea. Therefore, a writer's use of 'impartial' language is not an indicator of bias.
Which type of reasoning involves 'reading between the lines'? logical reasoning deductive reasoning inductive reasoning causal reasoning
Inductive reasoning involves finding assumptions that are not listed in the text, and this method can be seen as 'reading between the lines.'
Why is it important for readers to identify stereotypes, biases and assumptions in written work? Recognizing these factors helps readers become more acquainted with writers they agree with. Recognizing these factors helps readers think critically to avoid being influenced about how they feel about people or things. Recognizing these factors helps readers think critically in order to gain a better understanding of the writer's perspective. Recognizing these factors is not important; it is normal to have stereotypes, biases and assumptions about people or things. None of these
Part of being an effective reader is recognizing biases, assumptions, and stereotypes and thinking about them critically. Learning how to recognize these sneaky devices will make you both a better reader and a better thinker.
What should all the supporting details relate to? The topic sentence in the paragraph It's not important for the details to relate to any one thing The title of the essay None of the answers are correct
The topic sentence in the paragraph
Which of the following is the best topic sentence? The cell phone is very useful. The cell phone has as many uses as your own two hands. Imagine suddenly having to live without your right hand - that would be like life without the cell phone. The cell phone is amazing.
This is the best topic sentence as it not only expresses what the main idea of the paragraph is, but also grabs the reader's interest by relating it to a real life situation.
What is the definition of denotation?
the literal or primary meaning of a word, in contrast to the feelings or ideas that the word suggests.
Which is a way to challenge yourself in finding the gist? Practice the four steps reading a book you are very familiar with. Practice by using the last work you read and remember well. Practice with books you read as a child. Practice the four steps with an unfamiliar subject. Try the four steps with an unfamiliar subject
Challenge yourself to find the gist by following the four steps using writings you are unfamiliar with.
What is deductive reasoning?
Deductive reasoning uses general premises to make specific predictions
Which statement below BEST defines a theme used in literature? The overall feeling of the work. Where and when a story takes place. The ideas about life the author wants to express. An idea that keeps coming up throughout the story. Supporting details in an argument.
Theme in literature is the central idea, or the big points that are being made about life. In other words, the theme is the lesson, or ideas, that the author is trying to express to the reader.