Reading strategies
- Skim for the main idea; scan for details.
- Read the questions before the text to focus.
- Find key words in both text and question.
Answering
- Answer in complete sentences based on the text.
- For vocabulary, use context clues.
Key idea
Skim for main ideas and scan for details; answer comprehension questions in complete sentences using evidence from the text.
Remember
Use context clues to work out the meaning of new words.