Question 1

If you stop after doing some reading and realize that you haven't retained much of what you've read, you should continue and try harder to concentrate.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False  False

Question 2

You should _____ when scanning a chapter in your textbook before reading it.

Accepted Answer

A)  count the number of pages 
B)  look for section titles 
C)  identify any spelling errors 
D)  highlight images 
A)  count the number of pages 
B)  look for section titles 
C)  identify any spelling errors 
D)  highlight images B

Question 3

Why is it a good idea to create review questions?

Accepted Answer

Answers will vary, but should indicate that writing, answering, and discussing review questions that ask you to recall key details from your readings will deepen your reading comprehension.

Question 4

Imagine that you are having difficulty understanding the material that an instructor assigned you to read. Describe three strategies you would use to help make sense of the reading, and include examples to support your response.

Accepted Answer

1. Break the reading into smaller sectio

Question 5

Identify three ways that talking about what you read helps you understand it.

Accepted Answer

Answers will vary, but should indicate t

Question 6

It is appropriate to ask instructors why they assigned a reading.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 7

Describe when and where you usually complete reading assignments for your classes; then discuss the pros and cons of your choices, both timing and location.

Accepted Answer

I usually complete reading assignments f

Question 8

What is one question you should ask yourself as you read a chapter in your textbook?

Accepted Answer

A)  Is the material in this chapter likely to be on the test? 
B)  Did the author make any errors in spelling or grammar? 
C)  What evidence supports the argument? 
D)  How long will it take me to finish this chapter? 
A)  Is the material in this chapter likely to be on the test? 
B)  Did the author make any errors in spelling or grammar? 
C)  What evidence supports the argument? 
D)  How long will it take me to finish this chapter?

Question 9

Joining a reading group can help you to better understand the material you read in your textbook.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 10

Why should you discuss the assigned reading with other students?

Accepted Answer

A)  You won't have to read the material as closely as you would if you were working alone. 
B)  You'll be more likely to notice if you don't fully understand something in the reading. 
C)  Most instructors require students to discuss the material with one another outside of class. 
D)  Most textbooks present information in a manner that can be understood only through discussion. 
A)  You won't have to read the material as closely as you would if you were working alone. 
B)  You'll be more likely to notice if you don't fully understand something in the reading. 
C)  Most instructors require students to discuss the material with one another outside of class. 
D)  Most textbooks present information in a manner that can be understood only through discussion.

Question 11

What should you do if you find that it's taking you longer than expected to get through a reading?

Accepted Answer

A)  Ask the instructor to modify the reading schedule for the class. 
B)  Skim through the assigned pages rather than read them word-for-word. 
C)  Focus on reading faster so you can finish reading on schedule. 
D)  Give yourself more time in the future for similar types of reading. 
A)  Ask the instructor to modify the reading schedule for the class. 
B)  Skim through the assigned pages rather than read them word-for-word. 
C)  Focus on reading faster so you can finish reading on schedule. 
D)  Give yourself more time in the future for similar types of reading.

Question 12

List three questions you should ask yourself after completing a reading to ensure you understand it?

Accepted Answer

Answers will vary, but should include th

Question 13

College reading is usually more dense than the reading you did in high school.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 14

Bianca is taking a statistics course this term, but she has been struggling with the reading assignments. No matter how hard she tries, she simply can't stay focused while reading the textbook. She has a meeting with her instructor during office hours this week. What should Bianca do during the meeting with her instructor?

Accepted Answer

A)  Suggest that her difficulty with the material is likely due to the instructor's teaching style. 
B)  Ask the instructor to grade exams on a curve to improve her chances of passing. 
C)  Be honest about her difficulty staying focused while reading. 
D)  State that she's not having trouble with the reading; she just needs to study more. 
A)  Suggest that her difficulty with the material is likely due to the instructor's teaching style. 
B)  Ask the instructor to grade exams on a curve to improve her chances of passing. 
C)  Be honest about her difficulty staying focused while reading. 
D)  State that she's not having trouble with the reading; she just needs to study more.

Question 15

In college, effective reading means reading the words and moving along.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 16

_____ is the last step of engaging with your reading as a critical thinker.

Accepted Answer

A)  Asking what's missing 
B)  Personalizing the text 
C)  Reacting as you read 
D)  Thinking about the big picture 
A)  Asking what's missing 
B)  Personalizing the text 
C)  Reacting as you read 
D)  Thinking about the big picture

Question 17

The more information you highlight while reading, the better.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 18

You should use similar strategies to critically engage with the material in textbooks for classes in different fields.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 19

Describe five types of symbols you might use when taking notes while reading, and explain the benefits of each. Include examples in your response.

Accepted Answer

1. Bullet points: Bullet points are a gr

Question 20

Before you begin to read, you should ask yourself where the reading fits into the course as a whole.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

If you stop after doing some reading and realize that you haven't retained much of what you've read, you should continue and try harder to concentrate.

You should _____ when scanning a chapter in your textbook before reading it.

Why is it a good idea to create review questions?

Imagine that you are having difficulty understanding the material that an instructor assigned you to read. Describe three strategies you would use to help make sense of the reading, and include examples to support your response.

Identify three ways that talking about what you read helps you understand it.

It is appropriate to ask instructors why they assigned a reading.

Describe when and where you usually complete reading assignments for your classes; then discuss the pros and cons of your choices, both timing and location.

What is one question you should ask yourself as you read a chapter in your textbook?

Joining a reading group can help you to better understand the material you read in your textbook.

Why should you discuss the assigned reading with other students?

What should you do if you find that it's taking you longer than expected to get through a reading?

List three questions you should ask yourself after completing a reading to ensure you understand it?

College reading is usually more dense than the reading you did in high school.

In college, effective reading means reading the words and moving along.

_____ is the last step of engaging with your reading as a critical thinker.

The more information you highlight while reading, the better.

You should use similar strategies to critically engage with the material in textbooks for classes in different fields.

Describe five types of symbols you might use when taking notes while reading, and explain the benefits of each. Include examples in your response.

Before you begin to read, you should ask yourself where the reading fits into the course as a whole.

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Exam 8: Reading Effectively

If you stop after doing some reading and realize that you haven't retained much of what you've read, you should continue and try harder to concentrate.

You should _____ when scanning a chapter in your textbook before reading it.

Why is it a good idea to create review questions?

Imagine that you are having difficulty understanding the material that an instructor assigned you to read. Describe three strategies you would use to help make sense of the reading, and include examples to support your response.

Identify three ways that talking about what you read helps you understand it.

It is appropriate to ask instructors why they assigned a reading.

Describe when and where you usually complete reading assignments for your classes; then discuss the pros and cons of your choices, both timing and location.

What is one question you should ask yourself as you read a chapter in your textbook?

Joining a reading group can help you to better understand the material you read in your textbook.

Why should you discuss the assigned reading with other students?

What should you do if you find that it's taking you longer than expected to get through a reading?

List three questions you should ask yourself after completing a reading to ensure you understand it?

College reading is usually more dense than the reading you did in high school.

In college, effective reading means reading the words and moving along.

_____ is the last step of engaging with your reading as a critical thinker.

The more information you highlight while reading, the better.

You should use similar strategies to critically engage with the material in textbooks for classes in different fields.

Describe five types of symbols you might use when taking notes while reading, and explain the benefits of each. Include examples in your response.

Before you begin to read, you should ask yourself where the reading fits into the course as a whole.

Beginning Your College Journey

Finding Support on Campus

Motivation and Goal Setting

Using Time Wisely

Learning Preferences and Studying

Critical Thinking

Note Taking

Test Taking

Writing and Information Literacy

Academic Planning and Choosing Your Degree

Managing Your Money

Experiencing Difference

Staying Healthy and Reducing Stress

Starting Your Career Journey

College Success: Tips and Strategies

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