Interacting With Sources Marigolds

What does "Note Taking" refer to in the context of studying?

• The act of drawing a picture

• Writing continuously for a short period of time

• Writing down the most important or interesting information from a text on a separate sheet of paper

• Writing a critical or explanatory note directly on the text

What is "Annotating" best described as?

• The practice of drawing detailed illustrations

• The act of writing down brief notes during lectures

• Writing continuously without worrying about the end result

• Writing a critical or explanatory note or comment directly on the text

Which definition best fits "Freewriting"?

• The practice of writing down everything heard in a lecture

• Writing continuously for a short period of time without worrying about producing a finished piece of writing

• Writing a critical note on a text

• Sketching or drawing related to text content

What does "Illustrating" involve according to the document?

• Writing detailed notes on a separate sheet of paper

• Writing continuously for a set period of time

• Writing critical comments on a text

• The act of drawing a picture

What is the first step in the note-taking process described in the checklist for interacting with sources?

• Write questions and comments in the first column.

• Draw a line down the center of a blank piece of paper.

• Cite text evidence in the second column.

• Guide your interpretation of the text.

According to the checklist, what should be written in the first column of your notes?

• Text evidence and responses.

• Questions and comments to clarify unfamiliar words and explore relationships.

• A summary of the text.

• Your personal opinions about the text.

What is the purpose of citing text evidence in the second column of your notes?

• To provide a summary of each paragraph.

• To list all the rhetorical devices found in the text.

• To generate ideas and respond to the questions and comments written in the first column.

• To rewrite the text in your own words.

What is a recommended method to help visualize an author's descriptions while reading?

• Write a summary of each chapter

• Discuss the book with a friend

• Use a blank sheet of paper to draw scenes described in the book

• Listen to music that matches the theme of the book

Which of the following is NOT a suggested technique for illustrating while reading?

• Noting vivid descriptions of characters and events

• Visualizing descriptions in your head

• Ignoring details about the story’s setting

• Drawing pictures that represent the text

What does the author primarily remember about his hometown from his youth?

• The laughter and joy of the community

• The brown, crumbly dust of late summer

• The cold, snowy winters

• The colorful autumn leaves