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• What is an evaluative statement?

  It expresses sound judgment supported by reasons.
• What are the steps to form evaluative statements?

  1. Begin with positives.
  2. Suggest solutions.
  3. Keep feedback concise.
  4. Be careful with feedback.
• How should you start an evaluative statement?

  By mentioning the positives first.
• Why is it important to suggest solutions in evaluative statements?

  It provides constructive feedback for improvement.
• What is concrete poetry?

  A poetry where visual appearance matches the topic.
• What is a key aspect of giving feedback in evaluative statements?

  Feedback should be concise and precise.
• What should you consider when choosing words for a poem?

  They should express meaning and emotions.
• What is critical reading?

  Engaging in analytic activity about a text.
• What do critical readers do?

  They evaluate, analyze, and interpret texts.
• What is reasoning in the context of critical reading?

  Giving statements for justification and explanation.
• What is the purpose of critical reading?

  To assess the validity of textual evidence.
• What are the steps used in critical reading as reasoning?

  1. Identifying assertions.
  2. Formulating a counterclaim.
  3. Determining evidence.
• What are hedges in writing?

  Words that give a courteous tone.
• What are some forms of hedges?

  Modals, frequency adverbs, probability adverbs.
• What is a position paper?

  A composition highlighting an author's opinion.
• What criteria should an issue meet for a position paper?

  1. Is it a real issue?
  2. Are two positions identifiable?
  3. Is the author an advocate of one position?
  4. Is the issue manageable?
• What types of supporting evidence can be used in a position paper?

  1. Factual knowledge.
  2. Statistical inferences.
  3. Informed opinion.
  4. Personal testimony.
• What are the components of a position paper?

  1. Introduction

  • Topic introduction
  • Thesis statement

  1. Body

  • Counterclaim
  • Argument with claims and evidence

  1. Conclusion

  • Restate key points
  • Suggest resolution
• What is hypertext?

  Non-linear way to present information using links.
• How does hypertext differ from linear text?

  It allows free navigation through interconnected information.
• Who coined the term hypertext?

  Ted Nelson in 1963.
• What is hypermedia?

  Links incorporating multimedia like images and videos.
• What does intertextuality denote?

  How texts gain meaning through referencing other texts.
• What influences intertextuality?

  Literature can influence, derive, or reference each other.
• Who developed the term intertextuality?

  Julia Kristeva in the late 1960s.
• What is fan fiction?

  Fiction written by fans using existing works.
• What are the types of intertext?

  1. Obligatory
  2. Optional
  3. Accidental
  4. Allusion
  5. Quotation/Citation
  6. Parody
  7. Pastiche
• What is textual evidence?

  Details supporting the author's claims.
• What are ways of presenting textual evidence?

  1. Paraphrasing
  2. Summarizing
  3. Referencing
  4. Quoting
• What should you identify about a book?

  The cover, title, and publishing information
• What type of book classifications should be specified?

  Fiction or nonfiction
• What should be mentioned about the book's theme?

  The book's central theme
• When is background information necessary?

  When it adds context to the book
• What can be included to engage readers in a book review?

  An interesting quote, fact, or explanation
• What should nonfiction readers focus on when reading?

  • Major points made by the author
  • Sources used to support the author's point of view
• What should fiction readers pay attention to?

  • Setting
  • Plot
  • Style
  • Characters
  • Theme
  • Language
  • Use of voice
• How should you respond to a book's content?

  By providing a reaction and analysis
• What should you explore regarding the issues raised by a book?

  The issues the book raises
• What is the first step in revising a draft?

  Allow time to elapse before revisions
• What should you correct during the revision process?

  Grammatical mistakes and punctuation