15 Questions
What is the primary focus of reading according to the text?
Constructing and deriving meaning
In the context of reading, what does the term 'cognitive process' refer to?
Mental activities related to thinking
Which term best describes the process of deciphering written information during reading?
Complex cognitive process
What is the main purpose of the cognitive process involved in reading?
Constructing and deriving meaning
Which mental activity is NOT specifically mentioned as part of the cognitive process of reading in the text?
Constructing physical objects
What is the definition of 'Decoding'?
To find or understand the meaning of something
Which term refers to 'the styles, systems, or practices in decoding symbols for better comprehension'?
9200/19 Reading Techniques
What does 'Language Acquisition' refer to?
Acquiring the capacity to perceive and comprehend language
What does it mean to 'Derive' something?
To take, receive, or obtain something
Which term represents 'feelings/emotion' in the context provided?
Affective Process
What is the purpose of skimming according to the text?
To get a general overview of the content
How does skimming differ from previewing?
Skimming provides a more accurate picture than previewing
When is skimming most useful?
As a pre-reading strategy for a general overview
What type of text is skimming NOT recommended for?
Literary works focused on rich language and style
What is a key difference between skimming and reading?
Skimming is used for quickly reading much longer texts than reading
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