Annotation
What does it mean to annotate?
To take notes while you read.
Who is Othello’s wife?
Desdemona
This artist is known as the “King of Pop.”
Micheal Jackson
This man was the first person to walk on the moon.
Neil Armstrong
I speak without a mouth and hear without ears. I have no body, but I come alive with the wind. What am I?
An echo
True or False: Highlighting alone counts as full annotation.
False
Who kills Roderigo?
Iago
This genre of music is known for its origins in the Bronx and focuses on beats and lyrical flow.
hip-hop
This person was the first African American president of the United States
Barack Obama
I’m light as a feather, yet the strongest person can’t hold me for more than a few minutes.
your breath
What is one benefit of annotating while you read?
It helps with comprehension and deeper understanding
What emotion drives Othello to murder Desdemona?
Jealousy
his rapper, known for his “God’s Plan,” has broken streaming records multiple times.
Drake
This billionaire playboy is also the vigilante known as the Dark Knight.
Bruce Wayne/Batman
The more of me you take, the more you leave behind. What am I
footsteps
List 2 methods you could use to annotate.
Underline or highlight
What item does Iago use to convince Othello that Desdemona is unfaithful?
The handkerchief
his duo, Offset and Quavo, are part of this Atlanta-based group known for hits like “Bad and Boujee.”
Migos
This speedster gained his powers after being struck by lightning in a lab accident.
Barry Allen/The Flash
I have keys but no locks. I have space but no room. You can enter but not go outside. What am I?
a keyboard
Why is it helpful to ask questions or make personal connections in the margins when annotating?
A) It shows you are thinking critically about the text
B) It allows you to skip reading some sections
C) It replaces taking notes in class
D) It is only necessary for poetry
Answer: A
It shows you are thinking critically about the text
What theme is revealed through Iago’s manipulation?
deceit, manipulation, jealousy
This artist became a sensation with the viral song “Old Town Road” in 2019.
Lil Nas X
This Amazonian princess is also a founding member of the Justice League.
Diana/Wonder Woman
I am not alive, but I grow; I don’t have lungs, but I need air. What am I?
fire