COMP Flashcards
What is a conclusion?
Based on evidence and reasoning, combining prior knowledge and text evidence.
Define explicit evidence.
Directly stated, clear evidence.
Define implicit evidence.
Implied, suggested evidence.
What are prioritized directions?
Organized lists with bullets or numbers.
What is a glossary?
Terms and definitions.
What does an index provide?
Alphabetical list of topics, found at the back of the book.
What does a table of contents include?
Topics with page numbers, at the front of the book.
What is the purpose of headings?
Main titles of pages/documents.
What are subheadings?
Details under headings.
What is the function of sidebars?
Short, additional text.
What are the text formatting options for emphasis?
- Underlining
- Bold
- Italics
What do legends explain?
Explanations for figures, tables, or maps.
What is a manipulated trend?
Altered downplay data.
Define selective presentation.
Only supporting data shown.
What does misrepresentation refer to?
Correlation nor equal causation.
What are inappropriate graph types?
Misleading visual formats.
What should you evaluate to draw conclusions?
Evidence and reasoning to interpret missing information.
What are timeline gaps?
Identify key events and causal relationships.
What is the author’s perspective?
Point of view and tone.
What is the difference between a fact and an opinion?
Fact: Verifiable information; Opinion: Personal interpretation or emotion.
What are context clues?
Surrounding text to determine word meanings.
Define simile.
Comparison using ‘like’ or ‘as.’
What is a metaphor?
Implied comparison (‘is, was’).
What is personification?
Giving human traits to non-human objects.
What are the types of writing?
- Informative
- Persuasive
- Entertaining
- Descriptive
- Expository
What is a theme?
Central message or moral in a story.
What is the main idea?
What the story is about.
What is a claim?
Main argument or stance.
What is a counterclaim?
Opposing or refuting argument.
What distinguishes primary sources?
Original, firsthand evidence.
What are secondary sources?
Analyzes/interprets primary sources.
What are tertiary sources?
Combines both without adding new info.
What does ethos refer to?
Builds trust and credibility.
What is pathos?
Emotional connection and empathy.
What does logos represent?
Logical reasoning and consistency.
What characterizes quantitative research?
Measurable, numerical, larger samples.
What characterizes qualitative research?
Non-measurable, descriptive, smaller samples.
True or False: Selective presentation only shows data that supports an argument.
True
Fill in the blank: The _____ is the author’s attitude or emotional stance.
[tone]
