6 Active Reading Strategies (Stodolak/FLASHCARD)

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What does it mean to 'Connect' while reading?

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To 'Connect' means to think of something similar that you have gone through, seen, or heard that relates to the text.

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What is 'Visualize' in active reading?

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'Visualize' is when you create a mental picture of what the text describes.

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What does it mean to 'Evaluate' a character in a story?

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To 'Evaluate' means to judge the main character's actions and words critically.

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What is the purpose of 'Clarifying' while reading?

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'Clarifying' is when you reread, read ahead, or seek to understand something that was unclear earlier in the text.

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What does it mean to 'Question' the text?

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To 'Question' means to ask about things you wonder about in the text.

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What is the role of 'Inferring' in reading comprehension?

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'Inferring' involves making educated guesses based on the information provided in the text.

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How does 'Predicting' enhance reading?

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'Predicting' helps readers anticipate what will happen next in the text based on clues.

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What does 'Analyzing' involve in active reading?

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'Analyzing' involves breaking down the text to understand its components and how they work together.

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Why is 'Monitoring' important in reading?

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'Monitoring' is the process of being aware of your understanding and adjusting your reading strategies as needed.

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What is the significance of 'Summarizing' in active reading?

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'Summarizing' helps condense the main ideas of the text into a brief overview.