Study Skills and Reference Materials Flashcards
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Which study strategy involves writing brief notes in your own words to help remember information?
Answer: Paraphrasing
Paraphrasing means rewriting information in your own words, which helps reinforce understanding and memory.
When searching for a specific fact in a passage, which reading strategy is most efficient?
Answer: Scanning
Scanning means moving your eyes quickly over text to locate a specific piece of information without reading every word.
Which part of a dictionary entry tells you how to say a word aloud?
Answer: Pronunciation guide
The pronunciation guide in a dictionary entry uses special symbols to show how the word should be spoken.
If you want to find the most current facts about U.S. population statistics, which resource is best?
Answer: A current almanac
An almanac is published annually and contains current statistics, facts, and records on a wide range of topics including population.
In a library, books are organized using which classification system?
Answer: Dewey Decimal System
Most public and school libraries in the US organize nonfiction books using the Dewey Decimal System, which assigns numbers by subject.
What is the best way to take notes while reading a textbook chapter?
Answer: Write key ideas and supporting details in your own words
Effective note-taking involves recording key ideas and supporting details in your own words to aid comprehension and review.