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What term describes a statement that can be proven true or false?
What term describes a statement that can be proven true or false?
- Bias
- Opinion
- Fact (correct)
- Claim
A bias is a neutral perspective that does not influence the interpretation of facts.
A bias is a neutral perspective that does not influence the interpretation of facts.
False (B)
Define the term 'paraphrase'.
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.
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:
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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