Questions and Answers
How does paraphrasing differ from summarizing in relation to the original idea?
What does the 'R' in the RAVEN criteria stand for?
Which part of RAVEN evaluates the author's knowledge in a given subject?
Which of the following is a recommended practice according to the DOs?
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What is considered a 'DON'T' when answering questions?
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What percentage of your overall AICE EGP score is derived from the reading comprehension section?
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How many groups of American students have previously taken the reading comprehension section during a normal school year?
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What distinguishes the response method in the reading comprehension section from familiar skills?
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Which of the following statements is true about the reading comprehension marking system?
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Why is it crucial not to restate the question in your answers?
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Which of the following is an example of a command word likely found in 'Right There' questions?
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What does summarizing entail based on the skills described?
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What is the significance of planning your responses in the reading comprehension section?
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Study Notes
AICE EGP Reading Comprehension Overview
- Reading comprehension contributes 50% to the overall AICE EGP score.
- Six groups of American students have previously taken this exam during a typical school year.
Familiarity and Differences
- Skills applied in reading comprehension will be familiar, but response formats will differ.
Impact on Overall Grade
- Strong performance in reading comprehension can elevate overall grades, especially for those lacking confidence in essay writing.
Structure of Reading Comprehension Sections
- Section A: Focuses on logic and reasoning; involves scenario-based questions requiring the use of provided information and logical reasoning.
- Section B: Comprised of various prose forms (stories, emails, articles) where comprehension questions must be answered.
Marking System
- Marks are allocated based on a point system, correlating to the word count permitted for responses.
Key Elements Not Heavily Weighted
- Grammar and clarity are important but not heavily weighted in scoring.
Response Guidelines
- In reading comprehension responses, contractions should not be used, unlike in essays.
- A common habit to break is the tendency to restate questions in answers.
P/I/E Explained
- P/I/E stands for Points/Ideas/Evidence; the score indicates the required number of each in responses.
Critical Tips for Comprehension Questions
- Always read each question carefully to understand what is being asked.
Prose Commands in Questions
- For "Right There" questions, command words to expect include identify and give.
Common Question Types
- Types of questions encountered include:
- Take a position
- Summarize/Paraphrase
- Language-related
- Imply/Inferred
- Right there questions
Understanding "Justify"
- Justify: To demonstrate or prove correctness.
- The term "should" is unrelated to this definition.
Importance of Planning Responses
- Planning is essential to maintain conciseness and clarity in answers.
Summarizing Skills
- Summarizing involves identifying the main idea and grasping the tone of the text.
Paraphrasing vs. Summarizing
- Paraphrasing retains the length of the original idea, while summarizing condenses the information.
RAVEN Framework
- R (Reputation): Credibility of the author.
- A (Ability to Observe): Author’s observational skills.
- V (Vested Interest): Personal stakes that may affect source credibility.
- E (Expertise): Author’s knowledge level in the subject matter.
- N (Neutrality): Degree of bias or neutrality presented.
Essential DOs and DON’Ts
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DOs:
- Carefully read all questions.
- Use P/I/E for structured responses.
- Support higher-mark answers thoroughly.
- Use own words and make annotations.
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DON’Ts:
- Avoid restating questions.
- Don’t spend excessive time on low-mark questions.
- Avoid counting words unnecessarily.
- Do not utilize text or question phrasing in responses.
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Description
This quiz covers the essential components of the AICE EGP reading comprehension exam, which constitutes 50% of the overall score. It explains the structure of the exam, the impact on grades, and the differences in response formats. Familiarize yourself with logical reasoning and prose comprehension to excel.
