Random
This explains why the author wrote the reading selection.
Author's purpose
A word's ___________ refers to its literal meaning, which is the definition one would find in a dictionary.
Denotation
Which of the following words indicates an absolute statement?
Sometimes
Always
Occasionally
Always
Several benefits to exercise are good health, a strong and lean body, and emotional well-being
Listing Pattern
Wood thrush, or unique melodic birds, serve as a symbol of spring for many residents.
Defintion pattern
Something that can be proven true or false by observable or measurable means is a ___________.
Fact
Author's tone
_________ are words or phrases that show relationships between ideas.
Transition words
Taking good care of yourself by nurturing your playful side along with your work side results in your overall balance in life.
Cause-and-effect Pattern
To replace the ink cartridge, you must first remove the old one.
Process pattern
A word's _________ is the "twist" that is put on the word.
Connotation
What are the three general purposes an author has for writing?
To inform
To persuade
To entertain
This is an idea that is based on facts and observations determined by using inductive reasoning.
A conclusion
Before you remove the cap on you radiator, make sure the engine is cool.
Several logos have become so popular that they identify the brand without words. For instance, the Golden Arches of McDonald's or the apple of Apple computers are both symbols that most consumers recognize.
To determine the implied main idea, look at the...
Major details
An ___________ is a reasoned conclusion based on the facts, supporting details, and evidence presented in the passage.
Inference
This is the main idea of a reading selection longer than one paragraph.
The central point
The registration office is located next to the business office on the first floor.
Spatial Pattern
The main difference between the time order pattern and the listing pattern is that time order details must be in a specific order.
Contrast Pattern
What are the four steps of the critical thinking process?
Identify the problem
Examine the supporting details
Ask questions
Draw a logical conclusion
Check your comprehension
Look closely at the supporting details
Use only the facts
Examine the facts
Support your conclusion
___________ are the ways that writers arrange the details in a sentence, paragraph, or longer reading selection.
Patterns of organization
My brother is an architect. He is also president of the Rotary club.
Addition Pattern
There are several types of volcanoes, which fit into four main categories.
Classification pattern