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In the handout on "Effective Reading," the author states that reading is a skill that may not be practiced.

False (B)

Which of the following reading materials is NOT listed as a material people read for pleasure, for work, or for studies?:

a dictionary (correct)
textbooks
novels
journals
emails

What is the main focus of the "Air pollution" article?

The main focus of the article is to highlight the health risks associated with air pollution, particularly in urban areas.

Match the following terms with their defintions:

Air pollution = The process of breaking down a substance by heating it, especially in order to extract a particular substance from it. Volcanoes = The layer of gases surrounding the earth. Fossil fuels = Natural sources of energy such as coal, oil, and natural gas. The computer's brain = A program that hides itself in documents or software and then attacks the computer. A virus = Compounds that cause harm or disease in humans and other animals. A DVD burner = A device used to record information onto a DVD. Spam = Natural sources of air pollution, e.g. volcanic eruptions and forest fires. Spyware = Unwanted advertising, often sent via email or the post. Signup and view all the answers

The world of IT is a rapidly ______ industry.

evolving Signup and view all the answers

What are the three types of information that should be included in a bibliography?

Author, publishing information, year of publication (D) Signup and view all the answers

What is the main message of the "Scientists on the decline" article?

The article is about the decline in the number of students choosing to pursue a career in science, and the potential consequences for society. Signup and view all the answers

How can we avoid using the same words repeatedly in our writing?

We can avoid repetition by using synonyms, using adjectives and nouns, or by utilizing verbs and adverbs to express the same idea in different ways. Signup and view all the answers

The average cost of a one-week family holiday in the United Kingdom from 1995-2005 is best represented by a bar chart.

False (B) Signup and view all the answers

Flashcards

Skimming

Reading quickly to get a general idea of a text.

Scanning

Reading quickly to find specific information.