Practice First Read: Get The Gist (skimming And Scanning) (4.1.1.1) - Module 4: Comprehension & Precis Writing
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First Read: Get the Gist (Skimming and Scanning)

Practice - First Read: Get the Gist (Skimming and Scanning)

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Practice Questions

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Question 1 Easy

What is skimming?

💡 Hint: Think about just getting the gist.

Question 2 Easy

Name one benefit of scanning.

💡 Hint: Consider how this might save time.

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Question 1

What is the main goal of skimming?

To understand every detail
To get the main idea
To enjoy the text

💡 Hint: What do you prioritize when skim-reading?

Question 2

True or False: Scanning requires you to read every sentence in detail.

True
False

💡 Hint: Consider what scanning means.

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Challenge Problems

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Challenge 1 Hard

You have a 10-page article to read before class. Describe how you would use skimming and scanning to prepare effectively.

💡 Hint: How do we prioritize reading efficiently?

Challenge 2 Hard

In a classroom setting, you see students struggling to find information quickly. Propose a systematic approach using both skimming and scanning to aid their study habits.

💡 Hint: What steps can you provide for efficient studying?

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