Vocabulary Voyage
What does the word seeking mean as used below:
I used the internet to search for information about Ada Lovelace.
It means to look for or seek out something
Which structural pattern uses signal words like because of, since, and as a result?
Cause and Effect
What is the rule for forming the plural of many nouns ending in -f or -fe?
Example: How would you make the word half a plural? (What is the plural form of half?)
Drop the -f or -fe and add -ves (e.g., half/halves, knife/knives)
What is the difference between a fact and a claim?
A fact can be proved true; a claim is a position or opinion the writer defends
What two things should never be included in an objective w summary?
Personal opinions or judgments
In the sentence "The waves hitting them over and over again seemed relentless," which synonym has the closest nuance?
merciless, unstopping, or constant
merciless
If a text uses the words advantage, disadvantage, and however, what organizational method is being used?
Compare and Contrast
or Advantage Disadvantage
Where should commas be placed in a series of three or more items?
Between each item in the series: Example: "interest, imagination, and hearts"
What do you call a viewpoint on a topic that differs from the author's own position?
A counterclaim
When writing an objective summary, in what type of order should the ideas of the original text be presented?
A logical order
or
Chronological
What is the definition of vulnerabilities in a computer system?
Areas of weakness that can be exploited.
What is the purpose of subheads in an informational or feature article?
To identify the focus of specific sections and help organize the text.
How do you punctuate a sentence using a conjunctive adverb like however to connect two independent clauses?
Use a semicolon before the word and a comma after it
What is the main claim made in the text "Biometrics Are Not Better"?
That biometric technology has risks and vulnerabilities that may outweigh its benefits
If you decide to use the specific words of the author within your summary, what punctuation must you use to remain objective and accurate?
Quotation marks
Use the academic word sufficient in a sentence correctly.
Any sentence where it means "adequate" or "enough"
How does a sidebar differ from the main text?
It is a mini-article or feature about a related topic that is visually set off from the main text
TASK: Correct this in-text citation:
Ernest Shackleton on page 46:
(Shackleton 46)
List three types of evidence an author might use to support a claim.
Any three:
Facts, statistics, examples, quotations, or personal observations
Why is a statement like "The author makes a great point that social media is dangerous" considered subjective rather than objective?
Because it provides a personal endorsement or critique rather than simply representing what the author said
What is the difference in nuance between the words scouting and exploring?
Scouting implies exploring an area ahead of others specifically to obtain information, whereas exploring is more general
Which structure shows similarities and differences between two or more topics?
Comparison and Contrast
In a Works Cited list, which part of the entry should be italicized?
The titles of full-length works (like books or magazines)
TASK: Provide an Objective Summary of "from Sacajawea"
Teacher's call. Must be brief and include only facts.
Transform this subjective statement into an objective summary statement: "It is irresponsible that biometric systems aren't perfect yet."
any version that removes the judgment
Example: "The author states that biometric systems currently have imperfections