16 Questions
What is the main purpose of previewing a text?
To identify the main point of the reading
Which reading strategy involves rapidly moving one's eyes along the page?
Skimming
What is the primary focus of scanning when reading a text?
Looking for specific information
Why is it important to connect each idea in a text to others?
To understand the main point of the text
Which type of writing gives information about a person, object, place, or situation to appeal to the reader's senses?
Description
What is the purpose of exemplification in writing?
To further clarify concepts with examples
In writing, what does the term 'contrast' refer to?
Highlighting differences between topics
What is the relationship between 'cause' and 'effect' in writing?
'Cause' explains why something happens; 'Effect' describes the condition.
What technique involves writing down ideas, making connections with color coded circles, underlined themes, or distinct patterns, and showing relationships by linking with lines?
Mapping/Webbing/Clustering
Which method requires searching from libraries or websites to create a list or map of new ideas?
Researching
When a writer wants to compare and contrast elements, which visual aid would be most suitable?
Venn Diagram
What is denotation?
The basic literal meaning of a word found in a dictionary
Which type of outline provides more detailed information as every idea is written in complete sentences?
Sentence Outline
What is the purpose of brainstorming in the context of reading strategies?
To spontaneously contribute creative ideas and solutions
Which clue type involves phrases like 'because' or 'that is' to describe an unknown term?
Explanations and Definitions
How does situation help in determining the meaning of a word?
By changing the meaning depending on context or usage
Test your knowledge on mapping techniques like webbing or clustering, where ideas are connected by associating and linking similar concepts. Explore the art of researching by searching for new ideas and creating lists or maps. This quiz covers different techniques to organize and connect information effectively.
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