2.5.2: Roots, Nonfiction Nature Connection Day 2, Note-Taking

Multiple Choice

His paintings were so abstract that it was hard to tell what he was trying to show his audience.

Which of the following reflects the best definition of abstract?

• pulled away from direct relation to anything

• pulled in opposite directions

• pulled from, in terms of inspiration

• unable to pull apart

Multiple Choice

After I broke my hand, I used an app on my smartphone to transcribe my spoken words instead of typing.

Which of the following reflects the best definition of transcribe?

• Ato edit a document

• to make a speech

• to cross out unnecessary words

• put thoughts, speech, or data into written or printed form

Open Ended

Choose one of the following words and write one sentence that correctly use the word you selected:

apology

corrupt

prescription

protracted

Open Ended

Journal Response:

After reading the scientific journal and watching the videos, what connections have you made?

What is the most important idea that you have learned about survival?

Multiple Select

Which of the following sentences includes jargon? Choose 2.

• The teacher explained the math problem to her students.

• The archaeologist carefully excavated the ancient artifacts from the dig site.

• He prepared a tasty meal for his guests.

• The computer scientist analyzed the algorithm to improve its efficiency.

Open Ended

Prompt: Examine the author's use of word choice and text features to convey their points effectively in the scientific journal article that you read.

Identify the main point of the scientific journal article.

Explain how the author uses jargon and text features to support their arguments.

Analyze how different sections of the article contribute to understanding the research and its significance.

Use the R.A.C.E.S. writing strategy to complete your answer.