18 Questions
What is the term for understanding the words and text in a written passage?
Decoding
In reading, what does 'inferring' mean?
Making educated guesses
What is a common strategy used in reading to comprehend difficult texts?
Skimming and Scanning
Which of the following best describes 'summarizing' in the context of reading?
Paraphrasing the key points
What is the purpose of 'evaluating' in reading skills?
Determining the value or worth of the information
Which reading strategy focuses on quickly going through a text to get an overall idea?
Extensive Reading
What is the process of looking at written symbols and deriving meaning from them?
Reading
Why is reading considered a productive skill?
It involves both receiving and transmitting information
What is essential for writing clearly according to the text?
Correct spelling and formatting
In addition to reading symbols, what other skill is required in the process of reading?
Speaking
What does reading involve beyond just gaining information according to the text?
Identifying the author's intentions
What should one understand to write clearly in English?
Grammar, punctuation, sentence structure, vocabulary, spelling, and formatting
What is the main purpose of the reading and writing connection according to the text?
To create a shared meaning between the reader and writer
Which of the following is NOT one of the stages in the reading process mentioned in the text?
Editing
What is the main purpose of the 'DURING READING' stage in the reading process?
To note reactions and thoughts
Which of the following is NOT one of the types of reading mentioned in the text?
Proofreading
What is the main purpose of the 'PREWRITING' stage in the writing process?
Determining the topic, concept, audience, and purpose
What is the main purpose of the 'REVISING' stage in the writing process?
To evaluate if the information and ideas are enough and organized
Test your understanding of reading and writing skills objectives, including describing a written text as connected discourse and creating techniques for organizing information. Explore the process of reading, a receptive skill that involves deriving meaning from written symbols.
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