Reading Comprehension Test-taking Strategies

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What is a recommended strategy before starting to write an essay?

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Taking a minute or two to gather your thoughts.

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What is connotation in the context of word meanings?

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The suggestion or feeling a word carries beyond its literal meaning.

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What should you avoid when looking for patterns in answer choices during a test?

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Assuming there will be a certain number of 'C' answers in a row.

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What should you ensure when combining sentences to improve coherence?

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That pronouns agree with antecedents and verbs agree with subjects.

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What is a good strategy to use if you are having trouble arriving at an answer?

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Eliminating a few wrong answers.

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What is the purpose of an outline before writing an essay?

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To organize thoughts and structure the essay logically.

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What does it mean to infer meaning from a text?

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To deduce or conclude information that is not explicitly stated.

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What is the importance of context in understanding a text?

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Context helps clarify the meaning and significance of words and phrases.

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What is a thesis statement?

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A sentence that summarizes the main point or claim of an essay.

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What is the difference between denotation and connotation?

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Denotation is the literal meaning of a word, while connotation includes the emotional or cultural associations.