Reading for Meaning: Asking Questions

What is the main purpose of active reading?

• To read as quickly as possible

• To memorize every detail

• To engage with the text and think critically

• To avoid asking questions

Which of the following is NOT a pro tip for asking questions?

• Use evidence from the text to answer questions

• Ask questions you already know the answer to

• Stop after every heading or paragraph to ask questions

• Include higher-order thinking questions

What type of questions should you include to encourage higher-order thinking?

• Questions that start with 'What'

• Questions that start with 'Where'

• Questions that start with 'Why' or 'How'

• Questions that start with 'When'

In the example article, why might the bus have stopped due to body spray?

• The bus was out of fuel

• The driver wanted to take a break

• The spray caused a hazardous materials incident

• The spray was a gift for the students

Why is it important to not ask questions where the answer is already known?

• It wastes time and doesn't engage the brain

• It makes reading more challenging

• It helps in memorizing the text

• It prevents critical thinking

What is the benefit of having a growth mindset in reading?

• It allows you to read faster

• It helps you avoid difficult texts

• It encourages perseverance and improvement

• It ensures you never make mistakes

How does the Asking Questions strategy help in developing character?

• By making reading more enjoyable

• By making you read more books

• By building grit and perseverance

• By ensuring you never face challenges

In what ways can the Asking Questions strategy be applied beyond reading?

• Only in personal development

• In memorizing facts

• In decision-making and critical thinking

• Only in academic settings

Why is asking questions considered a life strategy?

• It helps in avoiding difficult situations

• It is only useful in school

• It aids in problem-solving and innovation

• It ensures you always have the right answer

What is a key component of 21st-century competencies related to asking questions?

• Collaborating and communicating effectively

• Memorizing information

• Working in isolation

• Avoiding challenges