Critical Reading
English Language
Critical Reading starts at 7 and continues till grade 12.
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Describe one strategy you can use to identify the main idea of a passage.
Explain the difference between summarizing and analyzing a text.
Explain why it is important to distinguish between fact and opinion when reading critically.
Explain why it is important to recognize the intended audience of a text when reading critically.
Read the following passage: 'Although the company claims to care about the environment, its actions suggest otherwise.' What is the author implying?
Read the following passage: 'Many people believe that exercise is essential for good health. However, some studies suggest that too much exercise can be harmful.' What is the author's main claim?
Read the following passage: 'Research shows that students who read critically perform better academically.' What is the implied message?
What does it mean to 'infer' information while reading?
What is meant by the term 'author's perspective'?
What is the difference between explicit and implicit information in a text?
What is the purpose of questioning the reliability of a source when reading critically?
