skimming ang scanning 1

When scanning a page for a specific word, what should you do if you find it?

• a) Read the entire page carefully

• b) Skip it and move on to the next page

• c) Highlight it or make a note of its location

• d) Reread the previous paragraph

Which of the following is a purpose of skimming?

• To understand every detail of a text

• To find specific information quickly

• To enjoy a story

• To summarize a text accurately

What should you focus on when skimming a text?

• a) Reading every word carefully

• b) Understanding the main idea and important points

• c) Reciting the text aloud

• d) Memorizing specific details

What is skimming?

• b) Reading slowly to understand every word

• c) Reading aloud to improve pronunciation

• a) Reading quickly to get the main idea

• d) Reading without comprehension

If you need to find a phone number in a directory quickly, which reading technique should you use?

• a) Skimming

• b) Scanning

• c) Intensive reading

• d) Comprehensive reading