Techniques
What do we look for when reading the comprehension questions?
Key words
Weak (antonym)
strong
What is a synonym
- a word or phrase that means the same as another word or phrase.
Rome
What type of question words is used to ask about people
Who
What do we do first, skim or scan?
Skim
Stuff (synonym)
Things
What is an antonym?
- a word or phrase that means the opposite of another word or phrase
Who invented the light bulb?
Thomas Edison
What type of question word is used to ask about places?
Where
What is scanning
Quickly reading the text to identify and define any unfamiliar words or terms that you think are important for understanding the text.
Wide (anytonym)
narrow
What is an example
- a clue that uses examples to help unlock the meaning of an unfamiliar word.
Which country produces the most bananas in the world?
India
What type of question word is used to ask about times? (both specific andduration)
When, and how long
What does KWL stand for?
Know, want to learn, learnt
Visible (antonym)
Invisible
What is an explanation
- a clue that explains or describes a situation or experience to help you understand the meaning of an unknown word.
What are the two official languages of Canada?
French and English
What type of question word is used to ask about reasons/explanations for things?
Why
What are some ways we can consolidate what we learnt in the text?
Summarize the text in your own words, paying attention to new information learned, and any impressions or reactions you have about the text in a short paragraph, outline, or concept map. Discuss with other students. Re-read difficult sections.
Unique (antonym)
Ordinary, common
What is a definition?
- this type of clue is often found in text books. The definition is usually in the same sentence as the unfamiliar word and can often come immediately after it.
How far away is the Sun from the Earth in kilometers?
148.02 million km
What type of question word is used to ask about information?
What, which etc.