Mastering the Art of Previewing Texts

When previewing a text, why is it important to read the title first?

• To understand the main topic of the text

• To find out who the author is

• To check how long the text is

• To see how many pages the text has

What should you be looking for when scanning a text for special terms or words?

• The most common words

• Words that are bolded, italicized, or in a different font

• Every noun and verb

• The longest words in the text

How can visuals in a text help you during the previewing process?

• They provide entertainment

• They offer a detailed explanation of the text

• They give clues about the content and context of the text

• They show the author's artistic skills

Why is it important to read the headings and subheadings in a text?

• They are usually written in a larger font size

• They organize the text into sections that outline the main points

• They contain all the information you need to know, so you don't have to read the rest

• They are there for decorative purposes

What is the purpose of reviewing the questions at the end of a chapter before reading the text?

• To test your knowledge after reading

• To distract you from the main content

• To focus your attention on key information and concepts while reading

• To give you a break from reading

When previewing a text, what is the first thing you should do?

• Read the conclusion

• Look at the visuals

• Read the title

• Start reading the first paragraph

Which of the following is NOT a reason to scan for special terms or words when previewing a text?

• To understand the vocabulary level of the text

• To memorize all the terms before reading

• To identify important concepts and ideas

• To get a sense of the text's complexity

What can you infer about a text from its visuals before reading the full content?

• The genre of the text

• The specific details and data related to the topic

• The mood and tone of the text

• The structure of the text

How do headings and subheadings help you understand the structure of a text?

• They provide exact definitions of key terms

• They indicate the beginning and end of the text

• They act as signposts to different sections and topics within the text

• They list all the characters in a story

What is the benefit of previewing the questions related to a text before starting to read?

• It helps you to read faster

• It allows you to skip reading certain parts of the text

• It prepares you for the type of content that will be covered

• It makes the questions easier to answer without reading