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What term describes a statement that can be proven true or false?
A bias is a neutral perspective that does not influence the interpretation of facts.
False
Define the term 'paraphrase'.
A paraphrase is a restatement of a text or passage in one's own words.
A _____ is a personal belief or judgment that is not based on proof.
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Match the following key terms with their definitions:
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Study Notes
Understanding ELAGSE5RI1
- Focuses on quoting accurately from texts for clear explanation and inference.
- Emphasizes both explicit information and hidden meanings within the text.
Key Terms
- Informative/Explanatory: Text that aims to provide information and clarity on a subject.
- Bias: A subjective perspective that can affect the credibility of a text.
- Fact: Information that can be verified and is generally accepted as true.
- Claim: An assertion made in the text that may require evidence for support.
- Non-Fiction: A genre of writing that presents factual information and real events.
- Paraphrase: Restating the text in your own words while retaining its original meaning.
- Explicit: Information that is clearly stated and leaves no room for inference.
- Extraneous: Information that is irrelevant or unrelated to the main topic.
- Opinion: A personal belief or judgment that may not be supported by facts.
- Summary: A concise overview of the main points and ideas presented in a text.
Skills Involved
- Quoting: Accurately capturing the language of the text to support explanations or arguments.
- Inferring: Drawing conclusions from the text based on implicit meanings or context.
- Critical Reading: Analyzing for bias, understanding context, and differentiating between fact and opinion.
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Description
This quiz focuses on the essential skills of quoting accurately from texts to provide clear explanations and inferences. It emphasizes understanding both explicit information and the underlying meanings in various genres, particularly non-fiction. Test your knowledge of key terms and concepts related to informative texts.
