Exploring the Notice and Note Close Reading Method

This video tutorial by Miss Matthews introduces the notice and note method of close reading, focusing on six literary signposts: contrasts and contradictions, aha moments, tough questions, words of the wiser, again and again, and memory moments. Each signpost is defined, with clues for identification and examples from 'To Kill a Mockingbird'. The tutorial emphasizes stopping to ask anchor questions and jotting down answers to enhance comprehension.

What is the primary purpose of a signpost in literature?

• To summarize the story

• To give the reader more information

• To provide entertainment

• To confuse the reader

What should you do when you encounter a 'Contrasts and Contradictions' signpost?

• Ignore it

• Ask why the character is acting differently

• Skip to the next chapter

• Rewrite the passage

In the example from 'To Kill a Mockingbird', why does Jem act differently?

• He is growing up and feeling more like an adult

• He is confused about his feelings

• He is trying to impress his friends

• He is angry with Scout

What is an 'Aha Moment' in literature?

• A moment of anger

• A moment of sadness

• A moment of confusion

• A moment of realization

What question should you ask when you encounter an 'Aha Moment'?

• Why is this happening?

• Who is responsible?

• How might this change things?

• What will happen next?

What does a 'Tough Question' reveal about a character?

• Their physical strength

• Their inner conflict

• Their intelligence

• Their happiness

What is the purpose of the 'Words of the Wiser' signpost?

• To provide comic relief

• To offer a life lesson

• To introduce a new character

• To describe the setting

What should you ask when you see the 'Again and Again' signpost?

• Why does this keep showing up?

• Who is responsible?

• What will happen next?

• Where is this taking place?

What is a 'Memory Moment' in literature?

• A prediction of the future

• A flashback to a past event

• A description of the setting

• A dialogue between characters

Why might a memory be important in a story?

• It introduces a new character

• It shows a character's growth

• It describes the setting

• It provides comic relief