Close Reading Techniques Quiz

What is the primary purpose of close reading?

• To read aloud

• To memorize the text

• To understand the main idea and details

• To read quickly

During the first read, what should you focus on?

• Understanding the main idea and summarizing

• Finding the author's biography

• Identifying the genre

• Counting the number of paragraphs

What should you do if you encounter difficult words or concepts during the first read?

• Ignore them

• Write them down for later

• Skip them

• Figure them out immediately

What is a helpful strategy before starting the second read?

• Skipping the introduction

• Highlighting every sentence

• Reading the text backwards

• Reading the questions first

What is the main focus during the second read?

• Memorizing the text

• Counting the words

• Answering specific questions

• Reading as fast as possible

What should you look for when answering questions during the second read?

• Key words and evidence

• The publication date

• The number of pages

• The author's name

What is the goal of the third read?

• To memorize the text

• To make connections with your own life

• To count the number of paragraphs

• To find the author's biography

Which question should you consider during the third read?

• How many pages are there?

• Who is the author?

• What did I learn?

• What is the publication date?

What should you do if the book or article is very long?

• Read only the conclusion

• Read only the introduction

• Skip the difficult parts

• Complete the three reads on a part or section

Where can you find additional resources for practicing close reading?

• At the library

• In the book's index

• In the video description

• In the author's biography