English for Academic Purposes - Reading Process
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What initiates the reading process?

  • Familiarity with the subject matter
  • Understanding the author's background
  • Recognition of printed language (correct)
  • Evaluation of text complexity
  • How does a reader assign meaning to written symbols?

  • By relating to the author's intent
  • Based on the reader’s schemata (correct)
  • Through memorization techniques
  • By analyzing text structure
  • What is the purpose of scanning a text?

  • To summarize the main ideas
  • To search for specific information (correct)
  • To fully comprehend the content
  • To analyze the author's arguments
  • What characterizes academic texts compared to non-academic texts?

    <p>They are written by professionals in the same field</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What process occurs when the reader merges their schemata with the author's knowledge?

    <p>Knowledge construction</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does skimming involve?

    <p>Looking for main ideas within a text</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which statement best describes the purpose of academic writing?

    <p>To inform and verify knowledge</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What differentiates scanning from other reading processes?

    <p>It looks for specific words or phrases</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary goal of skimming material?

    <p>To obtain a general overview or gist</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Intensive reading is mainly associated with which of the following purposes?

    <p>Reading for academic survival</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which characteristic defines extensive reading?

    <p>Reading for leisure and enjoyment</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What distinguishes academic texts from other forms of writing?

    <p>They aim to communicate a message to a specific audience.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does negating involve in the context of validating knowledge?

    <p>Disputing or contradicting existing knowledge</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What type of reading would be considered too general?

    <p>Skimming</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which term best describes the reading strategy employed to understand academic texts?

    <p>Focused reading</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Academic articles are generally expected to be understood by whom?

    <p>Students of all disciplines</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the fallacy of composition?

    <p>What is true to individual parts is applied as true to the whole.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which example illustrates the fallacy of division?

    <p>The entire team is successful, hence each player must be successful.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does the fallacy of accent refer to?

    <p>The misuse of emphasis in language leading to multiple interpretations.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which statement is an example of argumentum ad ignorantiam?

    <p>No one has proven that aliens exist, thus aliens do not exist.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which example best illustrates a complex question fallacy?

    <p>Do you still cheat on your exams?</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is a common misconception associated with the argumentum ad populum fallacy?

    <p>The majority opinion is always justified.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What should be placed after the last author's name in a bibliographical entry for a book with three to seven authors?

    <p>An ampersand</p> Signup and view all the answers

    When a person states that a school's policies should change because other schools are doing so, which fallacy are they likely using?

    <p>Argumentum ad populum</p> Signup and view all the answers

    In the bibliographical citation, what follows the year of publication?

    <p>Comma</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which scenario exemplifies the fallacy of complex question?

    <p>Are you still planning to drop out of school?</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following represents the correct format for the place of publication?

    <p>City and country</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the difference between a working bibliography and an annotated bibliography?

    <p>An annotated bibliography contains additional details about each source.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    When should you include the volume number in a journal citation?

    <p>Always italicized</p> Signup and view all the answers

    How should the initials of the first author's name be formatted in a bibliographical entry?

    <p>Followed by a comma</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which citation style is referenced in the bibliographical entry examples?

    <p>APA style</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What should NOT be included when stating the page numbers in a bibliographical entry?

    <p>The abbreviation 'pp.'</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary goal of a critique paper?

    <p>To offer constructive criticism and suggestions for improvement.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following components is NOT part of art criticism as described?

    <p>Review of the artist's biography</p> Signup and view all the answers

    In the concluding part of a critique, what should the writer emphasize?

    <p>Personal impressions and implications.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What distinguishes a critique from a reaction paper?

    <p>A critique involves subjective opinion as well as analysis.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which element is included in the analysis portion of art criticism?

    <p>Identification of distinguishing elements of the artwork.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What should a writer refrain from doing in a critique paper?

    <p>Leaving out the implications of the critique.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What aspect does interpretation focus on in a critique of artwork?

    <p>The emotional response and subjective viewpoint of the critic.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following best describes the intended audience for a critique?

    <p>The general public and interested community members.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Study Notes

    Reading Process

    • Recognition of printed language initiates the reading process.
    • Meaning is assigned to symbols based on the reader's schemata (background knowledge + personal experience).
    • Readers integrate personal schemata with the author's ideas, leading to new knowledge formation.

    Academic vs. Non-Academic Texts

    • Academic Texts: Written with a specific purpose and structured for clear communication.
    • Non-Academic Texts: Meant for general information, often lacks the structured approach of academic writing.

    Reading Techniques

    • Scanning:
      • Quick reading to locate specific information.
      • Focuses on relevant words and is too specific.
    • Skimming:
      • Quick reading to grasp main ideas.
      • Aims for a general overview, characterized as too general.
    • Intensive Reading:
      • Focused reading to support academic success.
      • Involves detailed engagement with the text.
    • Extensive Reading:
      • Leisure reading for enjoyment.
      • Often occurs when one seeks engagement or entertainment.

    Purpose of Reading Academic Texts

    • Understanding at a deeper level is crucial for academic success.
    • Critical for verifying, affirming, and negating information.

    Types of Fallacies

    • Fallacy of Accent: Misinterpretation due to lack of punctuation or ambiguous phrasing.
    • Argumentum Ad Populum: Assuming a statement is valid because the majority believes it.
    • Argumentum Ad Ignorantiam: Using lack of knowledge as a basis for an argument.
    • Fallacy of Composition: What is true for parts may not be true for the whole.
    • Fallacy of Division: What is true for the whole may not be true for parts.
    • Fallacy of Complex Question: Framing a question with multiple issues, leading to confusion.

    Bibliographical Entries

    • For works with three to seven authors, list all authors, using ampersand before the last.
    • Cite details: Last name, initial, publication year, title (italicized), publication city, and publisher.
    • Example format:
      • "Author, A., Author, B., & Author, C. (year). Title. Publisher."

    Working vs. Annotated Bibliography

    • Working Bibliography: List of references used or intended for a paper.
    • Annotated Bibliography: Includes summaries of references with critical analyses.

    Critique Papers

    • Constructive feedback on an expert's work based on critical evaluation.
    • Focus on strengths, weaknesses, and suggestions for improvement.

    Art Criticism Format

    • Description: Clear, sensory details about the work of art.
    • Analysis: Thorough examination of distinguishing elements.
    • Interpretation: Personal perspective and subjective views on the artwork.

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    This quiz covers the fundamentals of the reading process in English for academic purposes. It discusses the recognition of printed language and how readers assign meaning based on their background knowledge. Understanding these concepts is essential for effective reading and comprehension in an academic setting.

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