Two-Column Notes Quiz

Why use 2 column notes format?

True or false: both columns are the same width?

• True
• False

True or false: Label the left column "Main Ideas"

• True
• False

True or false: You should take notes in complete sentences.

• True
• False

Should you write a summary at the end of your notes on the article?

• yes
• no

True or false: writing notes in your own words can help you keep from plagiarizing?

• True
• False

True or false: This form of note taking is ONLY for English class.

• True
• False

The first step in reading non-fiction is to:

• activate prior knowledge
• preview the text
• highlight main ideas
• ask yourself what is your purpose in reading this text?

What college invented this type of note-taking?

• Columbia University
• Oregon State University
• Cornell University
• Harvard College