Reflection Quiz

What is the primary diƯerence between note-taking and note-making?

• A) Note-taking is active, while note-making is passive.

• B) Note-taking is passive, while note-making is active.

• C) Note-taking is done at home, while note-making is done in class.

• D) Note-taking is for lectures, while note-making is for reading.

Who devised the Cornell Note Taking system?

• A) Prof. Walter Pauk of Harvard University

• B) Prof. Walter Pauk of Cornell University

• C) Prof. John Smith of Yale University

• D) Prof. Jane Doe of Stanford University

What is the purpose of the left-hand column in the Cornell Note Taking method?

• A) To explain key words and definitions

• B) To summarize notes after class

• C) To list key words, questions, names, and dates

• D) To draw conclusions and link ideas

Which of the following reading techniques involves quickly glancing over a text to identify key points?

• A) Speed reading

• B) Skimming

• C) Scanning

• D) Study-reading

What elements should you look at when skimming a text?

• A) Only the title and conclusion

• B) The title, subtitles, first paragraph, and key words

• C) Pictures, diagrams, and graphs only

• D) Every sentence in detail

What is the main goal of summarizing a text?

• A) To include all details and examples

• B) To restate the main idea concisely

• C) To add your personal opinion

• D) To use as many quotations as possible

What is a key criterion for a good summary?

• A) It should include all minor details

• B) It should be objective and concise

• C) It should be as long as the original text

• D) It should include your personal views

What is the purpose of paraphrasing a text?

• A) To condense the text

• B) To clarify the text using diƯerent words

• C) To add your opinion

• D) To use simpler language and change the ideas

What should you avoid when paraphrasing?

• A) Using simpler language

• B) Adding your personal opinion

• C) Re-ordering ideas

• D) Using too many quotations

How does the length of a paraphrase typically compare to the original text?

• A) It is usually shorter

• B) It is usually the same length

• C) It is usually as long as, or longer than, the original text

• D) It depends on the context