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the second R stands for recite in the SQ3R system?
True
False
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reviewing involves blank on a regular basis?
rereading introductions conclusions
all of the above
writing an outline or summary after reading
looking over notes periodically
3
myths of the ANTEBELLUM. south included prosperous plantations worked by happy slaves? what does ANTEBELLUM mean?
soldiers of the south
war torn
period following the civil war
time before the civil war
4
identify thought pattern, Although astrology and astronomy sound very similar they are actually very different concepts
definition
cause/effect
comparison/contrast
example
5
all of the following are true of all topics except?
The topic could be a title for the paragraph
The topic could be a word that is used repeatedlythroughout the paragraph.
The topic is the subject of the entire paragraph
the topic can be found by asking "what is included in the paragraph"
6
which of the following was NOT mentioned as a step in the SQ3R reading and system?
question
recall
read
shorten
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if a reader does not recognize the root word of an unfamiliar word, the next step should be?
sound out the word
consult a dictionary
check a thesaurus
divide the word into syllables
8
blank lead the reader from one idea to another body language, for instance, is a type of communication?
details
transitions
descriptions
example
9
A deficiency of vitamins can have severe consequences,so it is important to be aware of the many factors involved
definition
comparison/contrast
example
cause/effect
10
an educated guess or prediction that is implied is also known as a(n) blank
transition
supporting details
inference
denotation
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The offender received CLEMENCY from the judge, but the township protested that the punishment should be more harsh.
disapproval
leniency
a bonus
Freedom
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what is the transition, studying parenting behaviors is one way that helps us understand why some children have problems
parenting behavior
one way
help us understand
why some
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figurative language states a word or phrase in a way that makes sense on a(n) blank
literal level
factual level
imaginative level
realistic level
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after previewing a textbook assignment blank will help the reader to connect to the information?
recalling the previewed items
reviewing the previewed items
reading the introduction aloud
activating background knowledge
15
the Q stands for questions(ask guide questions) in the SQ3R system?
False
True
16
A writer who explains an idea by describing its featuresuses the _blank_ thought pattern
definition
chronological order/process
cause/effect
comparison/contrast
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identify the transition in the sentence? body language, for instance, is a type of communication?
for instance
body language
communication
is a type
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the attitude or feeling that a writer expresses about his or her subject is known as the blank
inference
tone
bias
connotation
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which detail is seen in this sentence? body language, for instance is a type of commmunication?
reasons
description
example
facts and statistics
20
implied main ideas are blank?
ideas that must be inferred by the reader
ideas that are stated within the paragraph
ideas that are used to support the importantinformation in the paragraph
ideas that are very specific
21
A writer who explains what happened as a result of aparticular event uses the _blank_ thought pattern
classification
cause/effect
example
comparison/contrast
22
one limitation of context clues is blank?
an antonym may be used to reveal meaning
they often dont provide a complete definition
the reader may have to use logic/ reasoning skills to determine a meaning
they sometimes provide examples
23
when making an inference you should do all of the following except blank
ignore the supporting details
look for clues
notice the details
add up the facts
24
Specific ideas are detailed and __blank__.
refer to smaller groups
refer to many items
are broad in scope
include many subjects
25
the last R stands for recite in the SQ3R system?
True
False
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a student can form a good idea about the organization of topics in a textbook by studying the blank?
index
glossary
preface
table of contents
27
word endings that often change the part of speech are known as blank?
prefixes
roots
synonyms
suffixes
28
all of the following statements are true about main ideas except?
few sentences in the paragraph support the main idea
The main idea is the most important idea of theparagraph
The main idea is a general statement
The main idea connects all the other ideas in theparagraph together
29
college students should expect all of the following except?
little guidance about exactly what to study
about 80 pages of reading for a course assignment per week
to reread textbook chapters as the best way to prepare for an exam
to learn new and specialized vocabulary
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to guide your reading and help you focus your attention, you should blank?
read the assignment as quickly as possible
make notes about new information
turn the major headings into questions
make an outline of all the details
31
which of the following phrases uses objective language
Italian restaurant
appealing music
delicious food
romantic atmosphere
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an effective strategy while reading is to blank?
what are the concerns about radiation
highlight the answers to guide questions
underline the details in each paragraph
read the information into a tape recorder
33
the second most likely place to find a topic sentence is in the blank of the paragraph?
end
middle
both beginning and end
beginning
34
true or false you should spend two hours of study for every house of class
True
False
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minor details give more information or further explain one of the blank?
main ideas
concluding sentences
topic sentences
key details
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which of the following is the best guide question to ask questions about the heading "concerns about radiation"?
who is concerned about radiation?
what are the concerns about radiation?
what is the subject of this section?
how is radiation detected?
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i really get a kick out of watching reality television most likely means reality television is blank
violent
amusing
dangerous
hurtful
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one difference between an outline and a summary is that a summary blank?
usually contains less detailed information
uses only the authors words
focuses more on supporting information
is much longer than an outline
39
words such as however , but, or yet often signal a context clue that contains a word that is a blank?
synonym
example
antonym
inference
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the main idea of a paragraph is stated in the blank?
topic
introductory sentence
topic sentence
details
41
a paragraph that provides specific instances to illustrate an idea uses the blank thought pattern?
definition
comparison and contrast
cause/effect
example
42
A writer who lists events or procedures in the order theyoccurred uses the _blank_ thought pattern
comparison/contrast
cause/effect
classification
chronological order/process
43
an effective way to monitor comprehension of the reading assignment is to blank?
highlight as much information as possible
write until the end of the chapter to write down important information
rewrite parts of the textbook
stop frequently and test your recall
44
which of the following is a negative comprehension signal?
you cannot predict what is coming next
you understand what the author is saying
you can express key ideas in your own words
everything seems to fit and make sense
45
a person who learns more easily by hearing than reading has an blank learning style?
auditory
applied
pragmatic
social
46
General ideas are broad and __blank__?
refer to smaller groups
are more detailed in nature
apply to many items
refer to specific items
47
a social learner prefers to work with blank?
alone
study guides
computer assisted programs
others
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compared to outlining, mapping is blank?
less tightly structured
more complete
more detailed
less visual
49
the most likely place to find the main idea is in the blank of the parapraph?
middle
first sentence
last sentence
first sentence and last sentence
50
a person who can visualize or mentally see how things work has a blank learning style?
conceptual
auditory
spatial
applied
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As a general rule of thumb, you should highlight about blank of the material?
50 percent
20 to 30 percent
5 percent
80 percent
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in order to highlight effectively you should blank?
read the section before beginning to highlight
highlight important portions of the topic sentence and supporting details
all of the above
make sure your highlighting reflects the content of the passage
53
because of our economic setbacks, many businesses have become INSOLVENT and have had to close. INSOLVENT means..
dishonest
arrested
careless
bankrupt
54
which of the following statements is an example of key supporting detail?
writers must take serveal steps to compose an essay
writers utilize many strategies
the first step a writer takes is to brainstorm the subject
writers must consider various forms in composing their ideas
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all of the following are context clues except?
example
contrast
synonym
infrastructure
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along with highlighting answers to questions, students should also blank
locate author's opinions and disregard these
find a biographical information about the author
highlight any other important information
make notes of examples
57
of the following words, the one that has a negative connotation
original
extraordinary
weird
unusual
58
a(n) blank provides a word with similar meaning within the same sentence?
inference clue
synonym clue
example clue
contrast clues
59
context clues are used to ?
help the reader identify main points in a piece of writing
provide the reader with background knowledge about the subject at hand
figure out the meaning of an unknown word in a sentence or paragraph
determine the authors purpose for writing
60
a timeline is a type of map that is used to show blank?
a list of ideas in order of importance
historical events in the order in which they occurred
the steps involved in doing something
the effect of one event upon another
61
creative learners prefer blank?
to write lists
to work in an organized environment
to set rules and guidelines
to learn through discovery and experimentation
62
which of the following words is the most general?
real estate
duplexes
apartment dwellings
condominium units
63
which of the following is not a recommended strategy for analyzing visuals?
reading the accompanying
reading the title of caption
identifying the main point
recognizing that most visuals are not significant
64
a flash card system is a effective way to blank?
summarize notes
build knowledge of antonyms
study suffixes
expand vocabulary
65
word parts that appear at the beginning of a word and alter the meaning of the base are known as blank?
synonyms
suffixes
roots
prefixes
66
effective group work includes all of the following except blank?
assigning most work to the smartest member
tracking each member's work
choosing on organized and productive leader
creating a roster of contact information
67
to pronounce an unfamiliar word, a reader should blank?
attempt to sound out each letter
check the index
try to shorten it
divide into syllables
68
all of the following statements are correct about graphics and visual aid except?
use the text cues to read visual aids
graphics and visual aids are primarily found in textbooks
you should not skip visual aids
graphics and visual aids usually contain important information
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additional implied meaning of words that may carry a positive or negative effect are called blank
synonyms
connotative meaning
antonyms
denotative meanings
70
when paraphrasing, it is important to blank?
rewrite the text in your own words
summarize the key ideas
use the same wording
leave out the minor details
71
a thesaurus is particularly useful if you want to blank?
locate a precise term to fit a particular situation
find grammatical information about a word
determine the etymology of a word
discover the principal forms of verbs
72
which of the following is a good tip for writing assignments?
take notes while reading
all of the above
read before writing
write complete answers
73
who would be the intended audience for an article in the journal of american medicine
general audience
physicians
politicians
antique collecters
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when you make an outline, you should always blank?
use the writers exact words
follow the outline format exactly
follow the writers organization
use complete sentence
75
marking is best used for blank?
words and phrases that are familiar to you
material that is unfamiliar or confusing to you
topic sentences and major supporting details
sentences that have not been highlighted
76
of the following words, the one that has a positive connotation is blank
domineering
bossy
pushy
assertive
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the base or main part of a word is known as the ?
root
suffix
prefix
antonym
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the dog ran out into the street, but emerged UNSCATHED (unharmed) on the other side. UNSCATHED means
safe
collarless
excited
tired
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the best way to review a lengthy passage of ten pages would be to blank?
reread the headings
brainstorm about ideas
read the first and last paragraphs
reread the passage
80
the visual method of organization that involves drawing diagrams to show relationships is blank?
reviewing
highlighting
marking
mapping
81
the detail in the sentence. as part of the excavation, archaeologists must first have permission to dig at the site.
steps and procedures
examples
facts and statistics
reaons
82
the s stand for survey(preview) in the SQ3R system?
False
True
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every college student has at least four categories of blank?
dictionaries
vocabulary
electronic sources
comprehension
84
All of the following are thought patterns used inacademic writing Except _blank_.
paraphrase
summary
spatial order
statement and clarification
85
such FOIBLES as showing up late,not returning papers on time, mispronouncing students names will ruin a teachers credit
faults
habits
mannerisms
skills
86
which of the following is an effective way to build your concentration?
choose a comfortable chair for study
read right before going to sleep
avoid noisy places, friends and tv's while studying
read in a new place whenever possible
87
which of the following sentences is the most general and likely the topic sentence?
all learning takes place in the brain
The cognitive part of the brain stores factualinformation.
Attention is controlled by specific parts of the brain
Stimulating the emotional parts of the brainencourages learning
88
detail in the sentence, studying parenting behaviors is one way that helps us understand why some children have problems
example
description
reaons
facts and statistic
89
blank support the main idea in the paragraph?
topic sentences
irrelevant details
supporting details
introductory details
90
identify the transition , as part of the excavation, archaeologists must first have permission to dig at the site.
to dig
first
permission
beginning
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A writer who explains how an unfamiliar idea is similarto a familiar idea uses the _blank_ thought pattern
definition
comparison
example
contrast
92
A writer who explains an idea by dividing it into partsuses the _blank_ thought pattern.
definition
classification
comparison/contrast
example
93
to determine the meaning of an unfamiliar word, a reader should?
look for the suffix
look for the prefix
look for the root
all of the above
94
the first R stands for read in the SQ3R stystem
True
False
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an astute reader understands that punctuation such as pairs of commas,dashes, or parentheses may?
indicate a complex sentence with several hidden meanings
provide a different perspective or viewpoint
indicate a definition or synonym of an unfamiliar word
reveal the authors misunderstanding of punctuation use