Reading Strategies and Habits

The speaker emphasizes the importance of finishing books and taking notes to enhance understanding, especially with non-fiction. They discuss the challenge of starting 'Infinite Jest' due to its length, despite being intrigued by the author after watching a related movie. The speaker also shares their reading habits, preferring physical books and dedicating time each night to read, highlighting the impracticality of short reading sessions for complex books.

Why does the speaker emphasize the importance of concentrating while reading non-fiction?

• To attach new knowledge to existing knowledge

• To ensure they remember the plot

• To finish the book quickly

• To enjoy the story more

What strategy does the speaker use to ensure they are engaging with the book's content?

• Reading aloud

• Taking notes

• Listening to audiobooks

• Discussing with friends

How does the speaker feel when they disagree with a book?

• They stop reading

• They enjoy the challenge

• They find it frustrating

• They read faster

What does the speaker use to help them think hard about the book's content?

• Highlighting text

• Discussing with peers

• Taking notes

• Reading reviews

What does the speaker do when they disagree with a book?

• They discuss it with others

• They write in the margins

• They stop reading

• They read faster

What influenced the speaker's interest in reading 'Infinite Jest'?

• A friend's recommendation

• The book's cover

• The movie 'The End of the Tour'

• A book review

What is the speaker's rule regarding starting and finishing books?

• They only read short books

• They must finish every book they start

• They only read fiction

• They can stop reading if they lose interest

Why is the speaker hesitant to start 'Infinite Jest'?

• They prefer non-fiction

• They don't like the author

• It's too long and complicated

• It's too expensive

What does the speaker find challenging about reading books like 'Infinite Jest'?

• The language used

• The length and complexity

• The small font size

• The lack of illustrations

What does the speaker find ridiculous about their reading habits?

• Only reading magazines

• Reading the same book multiple times

• Reading only at night

• Carrying a large book bag