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Step 1: Read the whole text or the first paragraph to figure out the topic. What is it about?

Published on Nov 18, 2015

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Step 1:
Read the whole text or the first paragraph to figure out the topic.
What is it about?

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Step 2:
Prioritise.
What is the most important thing the author says about the topic?

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Step 3:
Check that you are right!
You will know you are correct if the details in the paragraph support the main idea.

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Remember:
The main idea might not be in the first sentence or first paragraph of a text.

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Skim the text and look for key words or supporting facts or examples.

If you are able to, highlight these or write them into your book.

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