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Identify the first and most basic strategy to solve the problem of vocabulary limitation in the process of listening.
Identify the first and most basic strategy to solve the problem of vocabulary limitation in the process of listening.
To use the clues after the unknown words.
Identify the pre-listening activity in the example: "You are about to listen to a dialogue between an environment activist and an economist discussing the future of sustain energy".
Identify the pre-listening activity in the example: "You are about to listen to a dialogue between an environment activist and an economist discussing the future of sustain energy".
Setting the context.
Identify one of the key principles of content-based listening.
Identify one of the key principles of content-based listening.
Integration of language skills and subject knowledge.
Identify the type of listening activities which focuses on role-plays, discussion and problem-solving.
Identify the type of listening activities which focuses on role-plays, discussion and problem-solving.
Select an example that illustrates the effect of Social context on the disclosure of a message meaning.
Select an example that illustrates the effect of Social context on the disclosure of a message meaning.
Define the term for reading for gist.
Define the term for reading for gist.
Choose an example of task in class that DOES NOT illustrate scanning.
Choose an example of task in class that DOES NOT illustrate scanning.
Identify the type of linguistic register that is used with friends, close acquaintances, co-workers, and fam.
Identify the type of linguistic register that is used with friends, close acquaintances, co-workers, and fam.
Identify the structure of the following sentence: I planned to read a book, but I fell asleep.
Identify the structure of the following sentence: I planned to read a book, but I fell asleep.
Identify one of the steps for effective scanning.
Identify one of the steps for effective scanning.
Identify the component of Speaking skills that focuses on understanding others and being understood.
Identify the component of Speaking skills that focuses on understanding others and being understood.
Choose an example of task in class to promote fluency.
Choose an example of task in class to promote fluency.
Identify the example that best represents Basic Interpersonal Communication Skills.
Identify the example that best represents Basic Interpersonal Communication Skills.
Identify the aspect of speaking skills that refers to the correct use of language structures, including grammar, vocabulary, and syntax.
Identify the aspect of speaking skills that refers to the correct use of language structures, including grammar, vocabulary, and syntax.
Identify the stage of communication that verbally or non-verbally signals the topic of conversation.
Identify the stage of communication that verbally or non-verbally signals the topic of conversation.
Identify one of the actions on Pre-writing stage of writing process.
Identify one of the actions on Pre-writing stage of writing process.
Identify one of the elements of text layout including short statements describing what the section is about.
Identify one of the elements of text layout including short statements describing what the section is about.
Identify the purpose of using different layouts.
Identify the purpose of using different layouts.
Identify an effective technique for proofreading.
Identify an effective technique for proofreading.
Identify the phrase that is used to express what comes first or is most important.
Identify the phrase that is used to express what comes first or is most important.
Identity the style (1) and the register (2) of the text.
Identity the style (1) and the register (2) of the text.
Choose the correct answer: Why down the author mention the Montreal Protocol in the text?
Choose the correct answer: Why down the author mention the Montreal Protocol in the text?
What is the meaning of "to be complacent about," based on the context of the text?
What is the meaning of "to be complacent about," based on the context of the text?
Based on the sentence "Somewhat ironically, there are some proposed climate-cooling experiments - so-called geoengineering techniques - that propose making clouds by releasing sulphate particles into the upper atmosphere," what is the author's attitude towards the idea of these specialists?
Based on the sentence "Somewhat ironically, there are some proposed climate-cooling experiments - so-called geoengineering techniques - that propose making clouds by releasing sulphate particles into the upper atmosphere," what is the author's attitude towards the idea of these specialists?
Which of the following sentences best expresses the main idea of the text?
Which of the following sentences best expresses the main idea of the text?
Identify the problem people usually come across in the process of listening which is believed to be caused by the habit of listening word by word.
Identify the problem people usually come across in the process of listening which is believed to be caused by the habit of listening word by word.
Identify the pre-listening activity in this example: The students are about to listen to a dialogue between a politician and a scientist discussing the future of artificial intelligence and its impact on the economy and society, "What do you know about artificial intelligence? What possible issues might the speakers raise?"
Identify the pre-listening activity in this example: The students are about to listen to a dialogue between a politician and a scientist discussing the future of artificial intelligence and its impact on the economy and society, "What do you know about artificial intelligence? What possible issues might the speakers raise?"
Identify the type of listening activities which focuses on the main idea and sequencing.
Identify the type of listening activities which focuses on the main idea and sequencing.
Define the term for deducing meaning from context.
Define the term for deducing meaning from context.
Identify the type of linguistic register that is used in professional, academic, or legal settings.
Identify the type of linguistic register that is used in professional, academic, or legal settings.
Identily the structure of the following sentence: I wanted to go for a walk, but it started raining.
Identily the structure of the following sentence: I wanted to go for a walk, but it started raining.
Identify the component of Speaking skills that focuses on the clarity and correctness of the sounds produced by students.
Identify the component of Speaking skills that focuses on the clarity and correctness of the sounds produced by students.
Identify the aspect of speaking skills that refers to the clear articulation of sounds, intonation, stress, and rhythm.
Identify the aspect of speaking skills that refers to the clear articulation of sounds, intonation, stress, and rhythm.
Identify the stage of communication that focuses on the main goal of it.
Identify the stage of communication that focuses on the main goal of it.
Identify the writing style that focuses on telling a story and is often found in novels, screenplays, and short stories.
Identify the writing style that focuses on telling a story and is often found in novels, screenplays, and short stories.
Identify the phrase that is used to introduce evidence in writing.
Identify the phrase that is used to introduce evidence in writing.
What is the meaning of "to be drawn to mystery," based on the context of the text?
What is the meaning of "to be drawn to mystery," based on the context of the text?
Based on the sentence "The real reason this legend has proved so persistent is much more mundane. People are naturally drawn to mystery, so early reports of disappearances..."
Based on the sentence "The real reason this legend has proved so persistent is much more mundane. People are naturally drawn to mystery, so early reports of disappearances..."
What is the author's attitude towards the persistence of the Bermuda Triangle legend?
What is the author's attitude towards the persistence of the Bermuda Triangle legend?
Identify the pre-listening activity in this example:
Identify the pre-listening activity in this example:
Select an example that illustrates the effect of Historical context on the disclosure of a message meaning:
Select an example that illustrates the effect of Historical context on the disclosure of a message meaning:
Identify the type of listening skills which involves understanding the feelings and emotions of the speaking.
Identify the type of listening skills which involves understanding the feelings and emotions of the speaking.
Determine the pre-listening activity for the example: “You are going to listen to the interview with a scientist discussing the latest advancements in renewable energy technology."
Determine the pre-listening activity for the example: “You are going to listen to the interview with a scientist discussing the latest advancements in renewable energy technology."
Identify the type of listening activities which promotes engagement and application of listening skills.
Identify the type of listening activities which promotes engagement and application of listening skills.
Select an example that illustrates the effect of Environmental context on the disclosure of a message meaning.
Select an example that illustrates the effect of Environmental context on the disclosure of a message meaning.
Define the term for reading to find a specific piece of information.
Define the term for reading to find a specific piece of information.
Choose an example of an in-class activity illustrating scanning.
Choose an example of an in-class activity illustrating scanning.
Identify the type of linguistic register that refers to historic language or communication intended to remain unchanged.
Identify the type of linguistic register that refers to historic language or communication intended to remain unchanged.
Identify a compound sentence.
Identify a compound sentence.
Identify one of the characteristics of Communicative Language Teaching.
Identify one of the characteristics of Communicative Language Teaching.
Identify the aspect of speaking skills that involves the ability to speak smoothly and without hesitation.
Identify the aspect of speaking skills that involves the ability to speak smoothly and without hesitation.
Identify the stage of communication that sets expectations for any follow-up actions.
Identify the stage of communication that sets expectations for any follow-up actions.
Identify one of the elements of text layout used to draw attention to specific elements of the design.
Identify one of the elements of text layout used to draw attention to specific elements of the design.
Identify a characteristic of a good layout.
Identify a characteristic of a good layout.
Identify the example of a connector expressing doubt.
Identify the example of a connector expressing doubt.
Why does the author critique the overreliance on potential future technologies like fusion energy, advanced nuclear power, and industrial carbon capture?
Why does the author critique the overreliance on potential future technologies like fusion energy, advanced nuclear power, and industrial carbon capture?
What is the meaning of “a PR fig leaf,” based on the context?
What is the meaning of “a PR fig leaf,” based on the context?
Based on the sentence "As the wry saying goes: fusion energy is 20 years away... and it always will be," what is the author's attitude towards the potential of fusion energy as a solution to the climate crisis?
Based on the sentence "As the wry saying goes: fusion energy is 20 years away... and it always will be," what is the author's attitude towards the potential of fusion energy as a solution to the climate crisis?
Study Notes
Listening Skills
- Vocabulary Limitation: A basic strategy to address vocabulary limitations during listening is to use clues from surrounding words.
- Pre-listening Activity: One example is identifying the context: "You are about to listen to a dialogue between an environmental activist and an economist discussing the future of sustain energy."
- Content-Based Listening: A key principle is the integration of language skills and subject knowledge.
- Listening Activities: Interactive listening involves activities like role-plays, discussions, and problem-solving.
- Social Context: A statement's meaning can differ based on the speaker's relationship to the listener (e.g., a close friend vs. a stranger).
- Reading for Gist: Skimming is a technique for reading for a general understanding.
- Scanning: Scanning involves quickly looking for specific information.
- Linguistic Register: Casual register is used with close acquaintances, co-workers, and family.
- Sentence Structure: A compound sentence is comprised of two independent clauses, and an example is "I planned to read a book, but I fell asleep."
- Speaking Skills: Comprehension is a component of speaking skills, focusing on understanding others.
- Fluency: Role-playing scenarios, for example, "Role-play a scenario in which you are lost and need to ask for directions." is an activity for promoting fluency.
- Basic Interpersonal Communication Skills (BICS): Introducing oneself to a new acquaintance is a good example of BIC skills.
- Language Structures: These include grammar, vocabulary, and syntax in speaking skills.
- Preview: This is a stage of communication verbally or non-verbally signalling the topic.
Writing Skills
- Pre-writing Stage: Researching and gathering information is an action in this stage.
- Text Layout: Short statements describing the section are a form of subheading, which help to guide the eye through the design.
- Layout Purpose: Establishing a visual hierarchy is the goal in using a variety of layouts.
- Proofreading: Taking breaks between writing and proofreading is an effective technique.
- Emphasis: The author mentioned the Montreal Protocol to emphasize the global effort in reducing ozone-depleting substances.
- Meaning of "complacent": Ignoring risks/ potential dangers relates to the word "complacent".
- Author's Attitude: The author is skeptical and critical of the idea of geoengineering techniques.
- Main Idea of Text: Climate change and human activities are still threatening ozone layer recovery, despite previous efforts
Other
- Problems in Listening: Predicting what the speaker is going to say is a common issue.
- Listening Activity: Activating prior knowledge to connect to future content being heard is a pre-listening activity.
- Meaningful Communication: A foundational principle of content-based listening which focuses on conveying intended meaning effectively.
- Comprehension: Understanding colloquial words and slang, as well as the speaker and general context, are key.
- Context: Using historical context is one approach used to understand messages and symbols better.
- Inferring: Deduction of meaning through contextual clues.
- Professional Writing: Formal language is used in professional academic, or legal settings.
- Scanning: Finding specific information from a larger body of text; typically by identifying key words or terms beforehand.
- Speaking Skills: Fluency, pronunciation and clarity in communication are speaking skills.
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