Annotating for Comprehension
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Objective
I can apply annotation strategies to improve my comprehension of complex texts.
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Warm-up video
Tech meets Rhet: English Composition Resources · 5:34
We don't generate video — this one is by Tech meets Rhet: English Composition Resources on YouTube. The practice questions and exit ticket below were drafted by AI for this objective, and every question is editable in the teacher guide.
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Key concepts
3 concepts
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Before reading, it's important to determine your purpose for reading, whether it's for information, essay writing, or pleasure.
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Effective annotation involves underlining main points and evidence, summarizing paragraphs in your own words, and noting confusing sections to discuss with classmates or teachers.
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To actively respond to a text, consider your emotional reactions, question the author's choices, and synthesize information by connecting ideas and asking hypothetical questions.
Part 3 of 4
Practice
10 questions
According to the video, what is the FIRST step you should take before reading a complex text?
The video suggests skimming the text for clues. Which of the following is NOT mentioned as a clue to look for during the skimming process?
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Exit ticket
Quick comprehension check
“After reading a paragraph about the causes of the Civil War, write a one-to-two sentence summary of the paragraph in your own words. Then, write down one question you have about the paragraph and explain why you chose that question.”
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