Critical Reading
English Language
Critical Reading starts at 7 and continues till grade 12.
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Explain why it is important to distinguish between fact and opinion when reading critically.
Read the following passage: 'Although the movie received poor reviews, it was a box office success.' What can you infer about the movie's popularity?
Read the following passage: 'Despite the rain, the team played with great enthusiasm and won the match.' What can you infer about the team's attitude?
Read the following passage: 'Many people believe that exercise is only for the young, but studies show that older adults benefit greatly from regular physical activity.' What is the author's main argument?
Read the following passage: 'The author claims that recycling is the best way to protect the environment, but provides no evidence.' What is missing from the author's argument?
Read the following passage: 'The new law will help reduce pollution, according to experts.' What evidence does the author provide to support the claim?
Read the following statement: 'All students who read daily get better grades.' Is this statement an example of a fact or an opinion?
What does 'critical reading' mean in the context of English language studies?
What does it mean to 'evaluate' an argument in a text?
What is meant by the term 'bias' in a text?
What is the difference between summarizing and paraphrasing?
What is the first step in critically reading a new text?
What is the role of supporting details in a text?
