How to annotate a text

What does it mean to annotate a text?

• To read a text quickly

• To take notes on a text

• To memorize a text

• To rewrite a text in your own words

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CCSS.RI.6.4

CCSS.RL.6.4

CCSS.W.6.9A

Why is annotating important for understanding material?

• It helps you read faster

• It allows you to skip difficult parts

• It helps you comprehend the material on a deeper level

• It makes the text shorter

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CCSS.L.6.4A

CCSS.RI.6.2

CCSS.RI.6.4

CCSS.RL.6.2

CCSS.RL.6.4

Which of the following is NOT a benefit of annotating?

• It keeps you awake and engaged

• It helps you understand the text better

• It allows you to avoid reading the text

• It reduces “fake reading syndrome”

What is one of the common mistakes to avoid when annotating?

• Writing too much

• Using different colors

• Highlighting important points

• Asking questions in the margins

What is the primary purpose of annotating a text?

• To make the text look colorful

• To prepare for a test

• To gain a deep understanding of the material

• To impress your teacher

How does annotating help with “fake reading syndrome”?

• It makes the text more interesting

• It forces you to pay attention and engage with the text

• It allows you to skip parts of the text

• It shortens the reading time

Which of the following is a good practice when annotating?

• Skipping difficult sections

• Writing questions in the margins

• Ignoring unfamiliar words

• Reading without taking notes

What is the first step in learning how to annotate?

• Memorizing the text

• Understanding that annotating means taking notes

• Reading the text aloud

• Skipping to the end of the text

What is a common result of not annotating while reading?

• Improved memory

• Better understanding

• “Fake reading syndrome”

• Faster reading speed

The video listed 4 benefits of annotating. What is one benefit of annotating? Answer in 1-2 words