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Which activity best exemplifies the cognitive process of reading, as described in the presentation?
Which activity best exemplifies the cognitive process of reading, as described in the presentation?
- Reciting the alphabet backwards.
- Decoding traffic signals while driving a car.
- Deriving personal meaning from a novel you are reading. (correct)
- Memorizing a speech without understanding its meaning.
What distinguishes 'previewing' as a reading strategy from other methods?
What distinguishes 'previewing' as a reading strategy from other methods?
- Involves reading every word to understand the main idea.
- Requires rapidly moving the eyes along the page.
- Focuses primarily on readily visible parts of the text. (correct)
- Demands prior knowledge of the subject matter.
How could the skimming strategy be applied to quickly understand a lengthy article?
How could the skimming strategy be applied to quickly understand a lengthy article?
- Ignoring the text and relying on summaries.
- Looking for the main points and identifying supporting ideas. (correct)
- Reading every word carefully to grasp all details.
- Focusing only on the conclusion to understand the final outcome.
When is scanning the MOST useful reading strategy?
When is scanning the MOST useful reading strategy?
How does understanding context clues enhance reading comprehension?
How does understanding context clues enhance reading comprehension?
What is the primary function of synonyms as context clues in reading?
What is the primary function of synonyms as context clues in reading?
How do antonyms function as context clues in understanding unfamiliar words?
How do antonyms function as context clues in understanding unfamiliar words?
What is the role of 'examples' in clarifying the meaning of an unfamiliar word?
What is the role of 'examples' in clarifying the meaning of an unfamiliar word?
How do explanations and definitions serve as context clues in reading?
How do explanations and definitions serve as context clues in reading?
How do 'situations' provide context for understanding a word's meaning?
How do 'situations' provide context for understanding a word's meaning?
In the sentence, "I saw a man vaping his e-cigarette. He was inhaling and exhaling the vapor from the device", which type of context clue is primarily used to understand the meaning of 'vaping'?
In the sentence, "I saw a man vaping his e-cigarette. He was inhaling and exhaling the vapor from the device", which type of context clue is primarily used to understand the meaning of 'vaping'?
In the sentence "Contactless payment technologies, unlike traditional modes of payment, make use of smart cards...", which type of context clue helps define 'contactless'?
In the sentence "Contactless payment technologies, unlike traditional modes of payment, make use of smart cards...", which type of context clue helps define 'contactless'?
What type of context clue is used in the following sentence: "Some parents are anti-vax - that is, anti-vaccinations - because they believe these chemicals may trigger autism in students."
What type of context clue is used in the following sentence: "Some parents are anti-vax - that is, anti-vaccinations - because they believe these chemicals may trigger autism in students."
Which type of context clue is primarily employed in the sentence, "The Jabberwock was relentlessly pursued by the boy, unlike the others who gave up easily when they heard how terrifying the creature was."
Which type of context clue is primarily employed in the sentence, "The Jabberwock was relentlessly pursued by the boy, unlike the others who gave up easily when they heard how terrifying the creature was."
Which of the following response options accurately defines the term reading as a cognitive process in the provided context?
Which of the following response options accurately defines the term reading as a cognitive process in the provided context?
In what way does the reading strategy of skimming MOST directly aid the reader?
In what way does the reading strategy of skimming MOST directly aid the reader?
When is the reading strategy of scanning MOST appropriate and effective?
When is the reading strategy of scanning MOST appropriate and effective?
How do context clues MOST enhance a reader's ability to understand complex texts when encountering unfamiliar vocabulary?
How do context clues MOST enhance a reader's ability to understand complex texts when encountering unfamiliar vocabulary?
What is the PRIMARY function of synonyms when used as context clues in a text?
What is the PRIMARY function of synonyms when used as context clues in a text?
How do antonyms function to provide context regarding the meaning of an unfamiliar word?
How do antonyms function to provide context regarding the meaning of an unfamiliar word?
In what way do 'examples' support a reader's comprehension of new vocabulary within a text?
In what way do 'examples' support a reader's comprehension of new vocabulary within a text?
What is the role of explanations and definitions in clarifying context around new or technical vocabulary?
What is the role of explanations and definitions in clarifying context around new or technical vocabulary?
How do 'situations' clarify word meanings in a text?
How do 'situations' clarify word meanings in a text?
To improve reading comprehension, what does an understanding of connotation and denotation provide?
To improve reading comprehension, what does an understanding of connotation and denotation provide?
How is 'denotation' defined?
How is 'denotation' defined?
Which characterization BEST describes the role of connotation in understanding a written text?
Which characterization BEST describes the role of connotation in understanding a written text?
Which sentence best explains the importance of understanding both connotation and denotation in reading?
Which sentence best explains the importance of understanding both connotation and denotation in reading?
Which meaning most closely aligns with the denotation of 'father'?
Which meaning most closely aligns with the denotation of 'father'?
When examining the word 'father', how does its connotation typically influence its understanding compared to its denotation?
When examining the word 'father', how does its connotation typically influence its understanding compared to its denotation?
Which role does connotation play in shaping the understanding of a text?
Which role does connotation play in shaping the understanding of a text?
What is 'scanning' in the context of reading strategies?
What is 'scanning' in the context of reading strategies?
What is the PRIMARY goal of previewing a text before reading it in detail?
What is the PRIMARY goal of previewing a text before reading it in detail?
In the context of reading strategies, what is the correct description of the term 'skimming'?
In the context of reading strategies, what is the correct description of the term 'skimming'?
How can context clues MOST effectively allow a reader to decode difficult words?
How can context clues MOST effectively allow a reader to decode difficult words?
How can you tell if words are synonymous context clues?
How can you tell if words are synonymous context clues?
In what manner will a reader encounter the meaning of an unfamiliar word if an antonym is present?
In what manner will a reader encounter the meaning of an unfamiliar word if an antonym is present?
How does the reading technique of using applicable examples enhance vocabulary?
How does the reading technique of using applicable examples enhance vocabulary?
How do explanations clarify difficult words that are less commonly known?
How do explanations clarify difficult words that are less commonly known?
How does an understanding of the situation for a word help improve the reading comprehension of a text?
How does an understanding of the situation for a word help improve the reading comprehension of a text?
Which approach will the reader take toward a word's understanding if they have knowledge of situation and connotation?
Which approach will the reader take toward a word's understanding if they have knowledge of situation and connotation?
To accurately define the importance of word connotations, which factor must also be mentioned?
To accurately define the importance of word connotations, which factor must also be mentioned?
Flashcards
What is Reading?
What is Reading?
A cognitive process of decoding symbols to derive meaning from a text, interaction between the text and the reader.
What is Previewing?
What is Previewing?
Looking at the readily visible parts of the text, like titles and subtitles, visuals and graphs, pictures, and charts to familiarize yourself with the selection.
What is Skimming?
What is Skimming?
Looking for the main point of the reading and identify the ideas that develop it by moving your eyes rapidly along the page.
What is Scanning?
What is Scanning?
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What are Context Clues?
What are Context Clues?
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What are Synonyms?
What are Synonyms?
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What are Antonyms?
What are Antonyms?
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What are examples?
What are examples?
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What are explanations?
What are explanations?
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What are Definitions?
What are Definitions?
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What are situations?
What are situations?
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Using connotation and Denotation
Using connotation and Denotation
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What is Denotation?
What is Denotation?
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What is Connotation?
What is Connotation?
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Study Notes
Defining Reading
- Reading involves decoding symbols to derive meaning from text
- It's an interaction between the reader and the text
- Reading is a way to gain and share information and ideas
Reading Strategies: Previewing
- Previewing involves looking at readily visible parts of a text
- These parts include titles, subtitles, visuals, graphs, pictures, and charts
- Previewing helps familiarize you with the content
- Previewing also helps focus on key information
Reading Strategies: Skimming
- Skimming involves looking for the main point of the reading
- Skimming helps identify the ideas that develop the main point
- Skimming involves moving your eyes rapidly along the page
- Tracing your finger along the lines of text speeds up skimming
Reading Strategies: Scanning
- Scanning involves looking for specific information
- It is necessary to have an idea of the details you are looking for
- Scanning does not involve reading every word
- Instead, you read until the details you are searching for are located
- Scanning is particularly useful when doing research
Context Clues
- Context clues are words, phrases, and sentences that surround an unfamiliar word
- Context clues help recognize the meaning of an unknown word
Types of Context Clues: Synonyms
- Synonyms are used when a text has words or phrases with similar meanings to an unknown word
- Synonyms are not exactly the same
- This due to words potentially carrying different associations
Synonym Examples
- Alec envisaged the Mocking Jay; She imagined its sharp claws
- People were euphoric at their sweet victory; they cried triumphantly
Types of Context Clues: Antonyms
- Antonyms are words that reveal the opposite meaning in relation to the unknown word
- Antonyms are often preceded by words such as although, but, despite, instead, however, unlike, etc.
Antonym Examples
- The boy surreptitiously set out to find the monster; he did not tell anyone about his plans
- The hero did not give in to trepidation; rather, he bravely slayed the villain
- The Jabberwock was relentlessly pursued, unlike the others who gave up easily
Types of Context Clues: Examples
- Examples are specific details in a text used to clarify the meaning of a word
- Eccentric creatures exist in the forest: momeraths and borogoves
Types of Context Clues: Explanations and Definitions
- Explanations may be given as clues to describe an unknown term
- Signal words for explanations include "because" or "that is"
- Definitions may follow an unfamiliar term, providing its meaning
- Signal words for definitions include "is," "means," "is defined as," and "refers to"
Explanation and Definition Examples
- Humpty Dumpty told Alice that "brillig" means four o'clock in the afternoon, because that is when people started broiling things for dinner
- “Toves” were curious creatures, since they were part-badger, part-lizard, and part-corkscrew
- Hearing someone "outgrabe" – which means he is whistling, bellowing, and sneezing all at once – can be a funny sight
Types of Context Clues: Situations
- Situations refer to the context of when, how, or where a word is used
Situation Examples
- The boy wondered if he should have brought some back-up in case he could not defeat his opponent
- The hero's conquest of the Jabberwock is an exemplary case of valor
- The hero is lucky that the murder does not merit a case
Using Connotation and Denotation
- Using connotation and denotation improves text comprehension
- This achieved by understanding the different meanings that particular words can have
Denotation
- Denotation is the basic, precise, literal meaning of a word
- Denotation can be found in a dictionary
Connotation
- Connotation encompasses the positive, negative, or neutral feelings
- Connotation also includes attitudes, ideas, or associations with a word
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