Critical Thinking, Reading Goals, and Conceptual References Quiz

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What is the term used to refer to the act of objectively analyzing a text both in parts and as a whole?

Scanning

Skimming

Interpretation (correct)

Decoding

Which speed-reading technique is recommended before performing detailed reading of a text?

Journals

Scanning

Skimming (correct)

Memorization

What is the main purpose of being able to interpret and explain the main points of a text in one's own words?

Contextualizing the information (correct)

Creating descriptions in a text

Understanding the literal meaning

Decoding the text

What is essential for a reader to be able to create their own examples based on the described key points of a text?

Descriptions in a text Signup and view all the answers

Which type of references can be considered academic or research references?

Journals Signup and view all the answers

Which form of intelligence is considered the lowest form according to the text?

Memorization Signup and view all the answers

What learning technique aids information retention or retrieval in human memory?

Mnemonic Device Signup and view all the answers

Which speed-reading strategy is best for grasping the gist of a long classic novel?

Skimming Signup and view all the answers

What stage of the SQ3R Method involves processing headings and subheadings for building evaluation questions?

Questioning Signup and view all the answers

When evaluating arguments, what type of judgments do readers make?

Evidence-Based Judgements Signup and view all the answers

Among the note-taking strategies, which one is more suitable for logical writing?

Linear Signup and view all the answers

What do you call the marker that connects the text to the references?

Citation Signup and view all the answers

What is the term for a purposeful activity in which a person analyzes their own expectations, skills, practices, and responses to learn more and improve?

Self-assessment Signup and view all the answers

Which reading goal involves trying to appreciate the material or reading for enjoyment?

Reading for entertainment Signup and view all the answers

Which section briefly explains the author's achievements and background in a text?

Bio notes Signup and view all the answers

What is another term used to refer to schema in the context of decoding a text?

Prior knowledge Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following goals of reading requires the reader to be aware of the issues, phenomena, or topics presented by the writer?

Reading for information Signup and view all the answers

What characterizes general speed reading?

Skipping certain parts to find specific information Signup and view all the answers

What is the best approach for a reader to take when trying to understand the donotative meaning of a text?

Looking for hidden meanings in the text Signup and view all the answers

When reflecting on one's own skills and practices, what is the goal of this purposeful activity?

To gain improvement Signup and view all the answers

What should a reader do if they have no prior knowledge about the topic of a text they're about to read?

Read related texts first Signup and view all the answers

What is the main purpose of making annotations while reading?

To remember significant ideas Signup and view all the answers

How would you describe critical reading based on the given information?

Reading with evaluation Signup and view all the answers

In the context of reading, what does the term 'click before you think' mean?

Acting on emotions rather than logic Signup and view all the answers

What is the term used to describe the list of words and their definitions that the reader writes on the pages along the text for reviewing purposes?

Keywords and organization patterns Signup and view all the answers

Which stage of the SQ3R Method involves comprehending the main idea of the text?

Reading Signup and view all the answers

What tool can be used to ascertain the credibility of a text?

Reference Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following statements about authorship in non-academic texts is TRUE?

Authorship in non-academic texts is limited to creativity and writing ability. Signup and view all the answers

What is the term used to describe the process of making conclusions based on the reader's own experiences and knowledge?

Inferring Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following statements about critical reading is FALSE?

Critical reading involves finding synonymous words and arguing with the author. Signup and view all the answers