1. Which words would help a reader analyze any text, no matter the topic?

Question

A. scientific vocabulary
B. subject-specific vocabulary
C. general academic vocabulary
D. supporting vocabulary

2. Which word or phrase is an example of general academic vocabulary?
A. nutrients
B. barter
C. main idea
D. agriculture

3. Which sentence explains why subject-specific words are important?
A. They help the reader to analyze any type of text, no matter the subject.
B. They help the reader to learn new vocabulary words.
C. They inform the reader that the author is an expert in a specific field.
D. They inform the reader that the author is writing about a particular topic.

4. Which word or phrase is an example of subject-specific vocabulary?
A. supporting details
B. setting
C. cultivate
D. facts

Answer 1

1. C. general academic vocabulary
   General academic vocabulary helps a reader analyze any text, regardless of the topic.

2. C. main idea
   "Main idea" is an example of general academic vocabulary.

3. D. They inform the reader that the author is writing about a particular topic.
   This sentence explains why subject-specific words are important.

4. C. cultivate
   "Cultivate" is an example of subject-specific vocabulary, particularly related to agriculture and gardening.