EAPP 4th Quarter Reviewer Quiz: Critical Thinking and Reasoning Flashcards

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What is the primary goal of writing a position paper?

To state and defend one's position on an issue (correct)

To make a rational conclusion without analyzing a situation

To present a general conclusion without supporting evidence

To organize factual evidence and derive proofs from specific examples

Which type of reasoning involves presenting an idea from general to specific?

Deductive Reasoning (correct)

Inductive Reasoning

Plagiarism

Logical Thinking

What is the primary purpose of a thesis statement in a position paper?

To refute the counterclaim

To grab the reader's attention

To provide a roadmap for the rest of the paper (correct)

To present a brief overview of the topic

What is plagiarism, according to the text?

Theft and fraud Signup and view all the answers

What is the term for backing away or hedging in a position paper, making it unclear what position is being taken?

Equivocation Signup and view all the answers

How do you properly paraphrase an idea from a source?

By summarizing the text in your own words and citing it Signup and view all the answers

What is another term for 'argument'?

All of the above Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary purpose of a survey report?

To present the information gathered during the survey in an objective manner Signup and view all the answers

What is the term for the part of the introductory section that provides a brief overview of the topic and its importance?

Background information Signup and view all the answers

What is the purpose of a thesis statement in a position paper?

To announce the writer's central position/stance on the topic Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary purpose of a technical report?

To convey information about technical research in an objective manner Signup and view all the answers

What is the term for the part of an essay that presents the action plan or recommendation?

Conclusion Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary purpose of a questionnaire in research studies?

To measure behavior, attitudes, preferences, opinions, and intentions Signup and view all the answers

What is the correct sequence for conducting a good survey report?

<ol> <li>Create questionnaires, 2. Collect data, 3. Analyze data, 4. Interpret data, 5. Write the survey report</li> </ol> Signup and view all the answers

What is the purpose of the References section in a technical report?

To detail published sources of materials referred to or quoted in the text Signup and view all the answers

What is the main objective of a technical report's introduction?

To state the objectives of the report Signup and view all the answers

What is the significance of skipped questions in surveys?

It indicates that the question is not clear and understood Signup and view all the answers

What type of report uses observation as a method to gather data?

Field Report Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary function of technology in education?

To demonstrate concepts and show real-life experiences Signup and view all the answers

What is the state of being connected between two or more concepts, objects, or people?

Relationship Signup and view all the answers

What happens when leaders of nations cannot come to a peaceful negotiation to solve a dispute?

War and Peace Signup and view all the answers

What is critical to the well-being of a society?

The quality of the environment Signup and view all the answers

What encompasses everything that concerns running the government?

Politics Signup and view all the answers

What is the main purpose of a survey?

To gather information and obtain opinions Signup and view all the answers

What type of graph is used to show time or distance?

Line graph Signup and view all the answers

What is the purpose of a Highlighted Statement?

To show patterns and trends Signup and view all the answers

What is an Experiment?

A procedure to support or refute a hypothesis Signup and view all the answers

What is the purpose of a Pie graph?

To show proportions of parts to a whole Signup and view all the answers

What is an Educational Issue?

Ideas on educational policy and practices Signup and view all the answers

Study Notes

Position Paper

Presents one's stand on a particular issue and shows how it relates to other positions
Central goal is to state and defend a position, not just to present an opinion

Reasoning

Deductive Reasoning: presenting an idea from general to specific
Inductive Reasoning: organizing factual evidence to derive a general conclusion
Logical Thinking: making a rational conclusion by analyzing a situation

Plagiarism and Citation

Plagiarism is wrong because it's theft and fraud
Proper citation is necessary when including one's own ideas from a published article
Paraphrasing requires summarizing the text in one's own words and citing the source

Argumentation

Opinion and claim are terms for argument
Evidence refers to proof from credible sources used to support a writer's claims
Claim refers to the writer's central position or stance on a topic
Creating a clear position is important to advocate for a specific stance

Structure and Organization

Background information provides an overview of the topic and its importance
Hook is a part of the opening statement that grabs the reader's attention
Thesis Statement serves as a roadmap for the paper
Counterargument "refutes" the counterclaim in a position paper
Conclusion presents the action plan or recommendation

Survey Report

Presents information gathered during a survey in an objective and fact-based manner
Methodology explains how the survey was conducted
Questionnaire is an effective method of measuring behavior, attitudes, and opinions
Objectives of a technical report can be found in the introduction
Traditional experimental report follows the IMRAD structure (Introduction, Methodology, Results, and Discussion)

Technical Writing

Communicates clearly and effectively
References detail published sources of materials referred to or quoted in the text
Appendices provide further material essential for a full understanding of the report

Survey and Questionnaire

Questionnaire is an effective way of obtaining a large amount of information from a large sample
Biased questions can affect the validity of the survey
Skipped questions may indicate unclear or misunderstood questions

Technology: the means by which people can adapt, control, and even change the environment
Media: used to demonstrate concepts, show real-life experiences, and connect learners to faraway places
Relationship: the way in which two or more concepts, objects, or people are connected
War and Peace: leaders of nations cannot come to a peaceful negotiation to solve a dispute
Environmental Issues: critical association between society's well-being and environmental quality
Politics: encompasses everything that concerns running the government
Introduction: states objectives of the report and comments on the topic
Data Presentation: often presented graphically for clarity and order

Experimentation and Data Analysis

Experiment: a procedure carried out to support, refute, or validate a hypothesis
Highlighted Statement: discusses significant data and shows analytical ability by pointing out patterns and trends
Graphs and Charts: data presentations that condense large amounts of information into easy-to-understand formats

Social Issues: recognized problems that prevent society from functioning optimally
Educational Issues: ideas, thoughts, and debates centered on educational policy and practices

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Test your understanding of critical thinking and reasoning concepts, including position papers, inductive and deductive reasoning, and logical thinking. Evaluate your knowledge of these essential skills for effective argumentation and decision-making.

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