English Compare and Contrast Flashcards
We (blank) when we look for the similarities between 2 subjects.
Compare
We (blank) when we look for the differences between 2 subjects.
Contrast
These are useful learning devices to organize and simplify complex information. These help build understanding by showing relationships between concepts.
Graphic organizers
A graphic organizer that condenses and organizes data about multiple traits associated with many items or topics.
Chart Diagram
A graphic organizer that is made up of overlapping circles.
Venn Diagram
Other words for Chart Diagram
Matrix Diagram or Table
You explain the meaning of the words, actions, and other information you get from both materials.
Interpret
Describe both materials at the same time.
Describe
You give your opinion, reason, or conclusion you get from both materials.
Analyze
It is the ability and the capacity to properly analyze what is being said.
Analytical Listening
The 5 techniques of using analytical listening in problem solving.
- Listen
- Know the issue
- Paraphrase
- Summarize
- Dig deeper
It is a type of listening skill that focuses around the interpretation and meaning of the spoken message.
Analytical Listening
Distinguishing the main problems from partial ones helps which angle to focus in collecting information.
Know the issue
It is actually hearing what the other is saying. This means full concentration on the other’s story is needed, as well as a thorough sinking in of the information.
Listening
Restating the same information in your mind using different words helps to more concisely reflect what the speaker said.
Paraphrase
It is a process of getting down to the core. It is the stage where you make logical connections, detect the actual cause, and think of fitting solutions.
Dig deeper
Identifying, connecting and integrating key ideas and feelings to what the speaker said gives listeners time to analyze the information heard, and think of fitting solutions.
Summarize
The 4 types of listening
- Appreciative
- Empathic
- Comprehensive
- Critical/Analytical
You are listening to understand or listening to comprehend the message that is being sent.
Comprehensive listening
You are listening for enjoyment.
Appreciative listening
You are listening to show mutual concern.
Empathic listening
You are listening to evaluate the content of the message; you are listening to all parts of the message, analyzing it and evaluating what you heard.
Analytical/Critical listening
The Criteria in Writing an Essay
- Coherence
- Content
- Cohesion
- Central Idea
- Organization
- Transitional Devices
- Proofreading
Refers to the relationship and logical connection of sentences or paragraphs in the text.
Coherence
Determines the writing mechanics of a text, which include grammar, spelling, and punctuation.
Content
Refers to the essential aspect of academic writing because immediately affects the tone of your hand.
Cohesion
The main topic of the material on a clear theme, argument or thesis.
Central Idea
A writing technique that entails organizing information coherently and directing the reader toward the main and supporting ideas.
Organization
A process of finding or correcting mistakes in text before it is printed or put online.
Proofreading
Used to achieve coherence in a text.
Transitional Devices
It is the speaker’s ability to speak spontaneously quickly and comprehensively with little to no mistakes or errors.
Fluency
The way in which we speak, what we say and how we say it; lowness or highness of voice.
Tone
The speaker shall be able to choose the right and correct words appropriate for the situation.
Correctness
It is the unity of ideas and elements that are tied together both in writing and speaking and another in a text.
Cohesion
