Engaging with Text: Questioning and Comprehension

What is the main goal of this lesson?

• To learn how to write a text.

• To learn how to grow ideas about a text by asking questions.

• To learn how to summarize a text.

• To learn how to memorize a text.

What should you do before reading a text?

• Start reading immediately.

• Preview the text and think about what you already know.

• Ignore the text and read something else.

• Write a summary of the text.

What is a common mistake students make while reading?

• Reading too quickly.

• Skipping difficult words.

• Not being actively engaged and thinking about the text.

• Reading too slowly.

Why is it important to be 'wide awake' when reading nonfiction?

• To read faster.

• To remember every word.

• To be ready to learn and think about new information.

• To avoid falling asleep.

What did the family’s oldest son announce?

• That he was getting married.

• That Yankees had invaded Virginia.

• That he was going to school.

• That he was moving to another state.

Why might slaves have to pretend they weren't listening?

• Because they did not understand the conversation.

• Because they were not interested.

• Because they could be punished harshly for showing interest in the war.

• Because they were busy with other tasks.

What does the phrase 'this makes me think' help you do?

• Ignore the text.

• Ask more questions.

• Formulate an idea based on your observations and prior knowledge.

• Summarize the text.

What is the first step in growing ideas about a text?

• Write a summary.

• Read the text multiple times.

• Stop when you wonder something.

• Ignore your questions.

What should you do after thinking about what you already know?

• Ask someone else.

• Jot down your idea with the words 'this makes me think'.

• Read another text.

• Ignore it.

What have you learned in this lesson?

• How to grow ideas about a text by asking questions and using prior knowledge.

• How to memorize a text.

• How to write a text.

• How to ignore questions while reading.