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What are keywords?
Think of words that stand out in a question.
Why is scanning important?
Consider how you might search for information in a book.
What is the primary purpose of identifying keywords in questions?
Think about how this skill changes how you read for information.
True or False: Scanning involves reading every word in a text.
Consider how you look for important information quickly.
You're given an unseen passage and asked a question requiring the specific date of an event. Describe the process you would use to find the answer.
What keywords might help you locate specific temporal information?
During a reading test, you see the keyword 'Smith' in several contexts—discuss the steps to ensure you understand who Smith refers to.
Why might different contexts lead to confusion if you don’t read around the keyword?
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