Annotation

Context Clues
Comprehension
Strategies
100

What is annotation?

The act of adding notes, comments, or explanations to a text.

100

What are context clues?

Hints in the surrounding text that help readers understand unfamiliar words.

100

What is the purpose of predicting while reading?

To anticipate what might happen next.

200

Name one benefit of annotating text.

Increases engagement with the material.

200

What type of context clue is defined as the author directly explaining the meaning?

Definition.

200

How does questioning improve reading comprehension?

It encourages active engagement with the text.

300

What is one type of annotation you can use while reading?

Highlighting or underlining.

300

Give an example of how to use an analogy as a context clue.

Comparing an unfamiliar word to a familiar one to explain its meaning.

300

Explain how visualizing can enhance understanding of a text.

It helps create mental images that make the content more relatable.

400

How can margin notes help you when studying?

They help identify key ideas and important details.

400

What is the first step in using context clues?

Identify the unfamiliar word.

400

What does summarizing involve?

Identifying main ideas and important details.

500

Summarizing main points is a type of annotation. True or False?

True.

500

Why might it be important to verify the meaning of a word using a dictionary?

To ensure accuracy of understanding.

500

Name one benefit of regularly practicing comprehension strategies.

Improves overall comprehension.

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