Question 1

An advance organizer is

Accepted Answer

A) a clue to the meaning and organization of new reading material that paves the way for later learning. 
B) the preface, introduction, and table of contents of a book. 
C) the length of time that attention is usually sustained. 
D) the process of practicing and learning material. 
A) a clue to the meaning and organization of new reading material that paves the way for later learning. 
B) the preface, introduction, and table of contents of a book. 
C) the length of time that attention is usually sustained. 
D) the process of practicing and learning material. A

Question 2

An important feature of advance organizers is to provide a framework for what you will be reading.
Advance organizers, such as outlines, overviews, section objectives, and so on, provide a framework and context for the material.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False  True

Question 3

Attention-deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) poses no real challenges for college reading.
For the 1 to 3 percent of college students with ADHD, planning, staying on task, and maintaining interest while reading pose real challenges.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False  False

Question 4

When highlighting and underlining reading material, more is usually better.
It is best to highlight only the key information. As a general rule, you should highlight no more than 10 percent of the material.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 5

Memory consolidation is referred to as

Accepted Answer

A) the process by which our physical memories require the use of mnemonics. 
B) the process by which the physical links between brain cells that represent memory become fixed and stable over time. 
C) the process by which our brain uses the SQ4R method. 
D) the process by which we begin to lose our memories and have to continually reread in order to remember. 
A) the process by which our physical memories require the use of mnemonics. 
B) the process by which the physical links between brain cells that represent memory become fixed and stable over time. 
C) the process by which our brain uses the SQ4R method. 
D) the process by which we begin to lose our memories and have to continually reread in order to remember.

Question 6

Understanding the author's point of view is not essential to active reading.
Knowing the author's purpose can help you a great deal as you read.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 7

Front matter is

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A) P.O.W.E.R. tools. 
B) the preface, introduction, and table of contents. 
C) mental distractions. 
D) outlines, overviews, and objectives. 
A) P.O.W.E.R. tools. 
B) the preface, introduction, and table of contents. 
C) mental distractions. 
D) outlines, overviews, and objectives.

Question 8

According to your textbook, you will find it easier to concentrate on longer reading assignments if you

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A) make the material yours. 
B) break them into several smaller segments. 
C) read them straight through. 
D) read them out louD.Reading in small bits makes concentration more manageable. 
A) make the material yours. 
B) break them into several smaller segments. 
C) read them straight through. 
D) read them out louD.Reading in small bits makes concentration more manageable.

Question 9

According to the textbook, "Evaluation is a crucial step in reading." What are some things you can do to evaluate how well you have understood what you have read?

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Identify the main ideas and themes, prio

Question 10

List three advance organizers that are often built into textbooks, and briefly explain how you could create your own advance organizers.

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Advance organizers, which include the ta

Question 11

Writing is one of the most important aspects of reading.
Writing helps to facilitate active reading. Underlining, taking notes, drawing diagrams, and marking in your book are strategies for successful reading.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 12

The process of practicing and learning material is referred to as

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A) recite. 
B) review. 
C) rehearsal. 
D) recorD.Rehearsal helps transfer material you've encountered into your memory. 
A) recite. 
B) review. 
C) rehearsal. 
D) recorD.Rehearsal helps transfer material you've encountered into your memory.

Question 13

How can you use visuals to help you understand and remember what you have read?

Accepted Answer

One way to use visuals to help

Question 14

Studying and rehearsing material past the point of initial mastery to the point at which recall becomes automatic is referred to as

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A) SQ4R. 
B) a mnemonic. 
C) overlearning. 
D) rehearsal. 
A) SQ4R. 
B) a mnemonic. 
C) overlearning. 
D) rehearsal.

Question 15

Difficulties in processing information when listening, speaking, reading, or writing can signal a

Accepted Answer

A) memorization strategy. 
B) mnemonic. 
C) memory consolidation. 
D) learning disability. 
A) memorization strategy. 
B) mnemonic. 
C) memory consolidation. 
D) learning disability.

Question 16

Rehearsal refers to

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A) writing in your textbook. 
B) practicing and learning material. 
C) describing what you've read. 
D) reviewing your reading materials. 
A) writing in your textbook. 
B) practicing and learning material. 
C) describing what you've read. 
D) reviewing your reading materials.

Question 17

Determining what information is more crucial to the main point compared to those that aren't as crucial is referred to as

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A) being honest with yourself. 
B) thinking critically about the presented arguments. 
C) prioritizing the ideas. 
D) determining the main theme. 
A) being honest with yourself. 
B) thinking critically about the presented arguments. 
C) prioritizing the ideas. 
D) determining the main theme.

Question 18

When reading mathematical texts, it is best to skip over the formulas at first.
It is a mistake to skip over the formulas. Look at them, think about them, annotate them, and make them concrete by substituting actual numbers for abstract numbers.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 19

One system for reading is SQ4R. This stands for

Accepted Answer

A) Study, Question, Read, Recite, Record, and Review. 
B) Survey, Question, Relate, Relearn, Record, and Revise. 
C) Study, Question, Relate, Relearn, Recite, and Review. 
D) System, Quality, Review, Relate, Recite, and Relearn. 
A) Study, Question, Read, Recite, Record, and Review. 
B) Survey, Question, Relate, Relearn, Record, and Revise. 
C) Study, Question, Relate, Relearn, Recite, and Review. 
D) System, Quality, Review, Relate, Recite, and Relearn.

Question 20

The key to good reading is

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A) speed. 
B) using a highlighter. 
C) having the right tools of the trade. 
D) understanding the material. 
A) speed. 
B) using a highlighter. 
C) having the right tools of the trade. 
D) understanding the material.

An advance organizer is

An important feature of advance organizers is to provide a framework for what you will be reading. Advance organizers, such as outlines, overviews, section objectives, and so on, provide a framework and context for the material.

Attention-deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) poses no real challenges for college reading. For the 1 to 3 percent of college students with ADHD, planning, staying on task, and maintaining interest while reading pose real challenges.

When highlighting and underlining reading material, more is usually better. It is best to highlight only the key information. As a general rule, you should highlight no more than 10 percent of the material.

Memory consolidation is referred to as

Understanding the author's point of view is not essential to active reading. Knowing the author's purpose can help you a great deal as you read.

Front matter is

According to your textbook, you will find it easier to concentrate on longer reading assignments if you

According to the textbook, "Evaluation is a crucial step in reading." What are some things you can do to evaluate how well you have understood what you have read?

List three advance organizers that are often built into textbooks, and briefly explain how you could create your own advance organizers.

Writing is one of the most important aspects of reading. Writing helps to facilitate active reading. Underlining, taking notes, drawing diagrams, and marking in your book are strategies for successful reading.

The process of practicing and learning material is referred to as

How can you use visuals to help you understand and remember what you have read?

Studying and rehearsing material past the point of initial mastery to the point at which recall becomes automatic is referred to as

Difficulties in processing information when listening, speaking, reading, or writing can signal a

Rehearsal refers to

Determining what information is more crucial to the main point compared to those that aren't as crucial is referred to as

When reading mathematical texts, it is best to skip over the formulas at first. It is a mistake to skip over the formulas. Look at them, think about them, annotate them, and make them concrete by substituting actual numbers for abstract numbers.

One system for reading is SQ4R. This stands for

The key to good reading is

Power Learning: Becoming a Successful Student

Making the Most of Your Time

Discovering Your Learning Styles, Self-Concept, and Values

Taking Notes

Taking Tests

Writing and Speaking

Choosing Your Courses and Major

Technology and Information Competency

Making Good Decisions

Diversity and Your Relationships With Others

Money Matters

Stress, Health, and Wellness

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Exam 6: Reading and Remembering

An advance organizer is

An important feature of advance organizers is to provide a framework for what you will be reading. Advance organizers, such as outlines, overviews, section objectives, and so on, provide a framework and context for the material.

Attention-deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) poses no real challenges for college reading. For the 1 to 3 percent of college students with ADHD, planning, staying on task, and maintaining interest while reading pose real challenges.

When highlighting and underlining reading material, more is usually better. It is best to highlight only the key information. As a general rule, you should highlight no more than 10 percent of the material.

Memory consolidation is referred to as

Understanding the author's point of view is not essential to active reading. Knowing the author's purpose can help you a great deal as you read.

Front matter is

According to your textbook, you will find it easier to concentrate on longer reading assignments if you

According to the textbook, "Evaluation is a crucial step in reading." What are some things you can do to evaluate how well you have understood what you have read?

List three advance organizers that are often built into textbooks, and briefly explain how you could create your own advance organizers.

Writing is one of the most important aspects of reading. Writing helps to facilitate active reading. Underlining, taking notes, drawing diagrams, and marking in your book are strategies for successful reading.

The process of practicing and learning material is referred to as

How can you use visuals to help you understand and remember what you have read?

Studying and rehearsing material past the point of initial mastery to the point at which recall becomes automatic is referred to as

Difficulties in processing information when listening, speaking, reading, or writing can signal a

Rehearsal refers to

Determining what information is more crucial to the main point compared to those that aren't as crucial is referred to as

When reading mathematical texts, it is best to skip over the formulas at first. It is a mistake to skip over the formulas. Look at them, think about them, annotate them, and make them concrete by substituting actual numbers for abstract numbers.

One system for reading is SQ4R. This stands for

The key to good reading is

Power Learning: Becoming a Successful Student

Making the Most of Your Time

Discovering Your Learning Styles, Self-Concept, and Values

Taking Notes

Taking Tests

Writing and Speaking

Choosing Your Courses and Major

Technology and Information Competency

Making Good Decisions

Diversity and Your Relationships With Others

Money Matters

Stress, Health, and Wellness

Filters