Comprehension Skills Quiz

Previewing helps to grasp the key concepts and main ideas of the text before diving into the details.

Skimming, a technique involving quickly glancing through the text, aids in identifying the overall structure and main points for better comprehension.

Context clues help in deducing the meanings of unfamiliar words by considering the surrounding text.

Irrelevant clues do not contribute to understanding the meaning of a word within a given context.

Active reading includes engaging with the material by asking questions, making connections, and interacting with the content.

Making predictions encourages active involvement with the material, fostering a deeper understanding and connection with the content.

Active reading involves proactive strategies like questioning and connecting, not merely absorbing information passively.

Inferencing involves using available evidence to make logical guesses or draw conclusions, enhancing comprehension.

Summarizing requires condensing the main points of a text in one's own words, aiding comprehension and retention.

Subjective questions, unlike those assessing comprehension, involve personal opinions and interpretations rather than factual understanding.

In the SQ3R strategy, 'Review' is the step where one revisits and consolidates knowledge gained from the reading.

Metacognition involves reflecting on and understanding one's own thought processes, promoting better reading comprehension.

KWL is a pre-reading strategy where one identifies what they Know, Want to know, and Learn from the material, promoting active engagement.

Making connections involves relating the text to personal experiences or other knowledge, enhancing understanding and depth of comprehension.

Evaluating involves critically assessing the information, considering its reliability, relevance, and validity, for a more discerning comprehension.