For each of the following reading situations, identify the MAJOR purposes for reading that apply

Choose the letter of as many as apply.
You read a magazine article to see if it contains statistics that prove a statement you want to make
in your research paper.

a. Gain a general understanding of the ideas or points.
b. Discover the facts or answer questions.
c. Memorize the information.
d. Find information or ideas that prove a point you want to make.
e. Make a decision based on the information.


b, d, e

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A. cierta B. falsa

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A) a word-derivation chart B) a pronunciation key C) guide words

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Learning how to write well will

a. take more time than learning mathematics. b. help you be successful in college and in your future career. c. make you more popular with people.

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Fill in the letter of the word that best fits in each sentence. Use each letter only once

a. berserk e. hypochondriac i. moratorium m. parrot b. devastate f. incumbent j. narcissistic n. previously c. forum g. jovial k. nepotism o. sheepish d. hierarchy h. mentor l. ostracize p. sluggish Neighbors in this community often _____ people who let garbage pile up outside their homes or do not care for their lawns.

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