Critical Reading as Reasoning Quiz

What is critical reading?

• A technique for discovering information and ideas within a text

• A method for memorizing text

• A way to speed read through a text

• A process of writing a summary

What is the purpose of formulating evaluative statements?

• To create a glossary

• To provide a table of contents

• To show the strength and weaknesses of something through writing

• To summarize the text

What is a hedge used for in writing?

• To exaggerate the criticism

• To ignore the criticism

• To avoid criticism altogether

• To minimize the negative impact of a criticism

What is evidence in critical reading?

• Quotes from famous people

• Random thoughts of the reader

• Details given by the author to support their claim

• Personal opinions of the reader

According to the text, which state reported the highest overall well-being?

• Hawaii

• Texas

• West Virginia

• California

What are the six categories used to measure well-being?

• Sports, music, art, literature, science, and history

• Weather, food, entertainment, transportation, technology, and culture

• Education, income, social status, location, age, and gender

• Life evaluation, emotional health, work environment, physical health, healthy behaviors, and basic access

How can cultivating a joyful spirit benefit both ourselves and the people around us?

• It has a positive impact on relationships, communities, and workplaces

• It only benefits the individual

• It has a negative impact on relationships, communities, and workplaces

• It has no impact on relationships, communities, and workplaces

What is the writer's purpose in writing the article?

• To criticize a political figure

• To promote a new product

• To discuss the concept of well-being and its impact

• To analyze a scientific theory

What is the evidence presented by the writer to support his argument?

• Details from the Gallup-Healthways Well-Being Index

• Personal anecdotes from friends

• Fictional stories

• Quotes from movies

Do you think incorporating strategies like mindfulness training and exercise could benefit your well-being?

• I don't know

• Maybe, but more research is needed

• No, because they are ineffective

• Yes, because they have positive effects on psychological well-being