Reading Comprehension 5-Step Method(z)

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1.                     Classify the Passage Is this a persuasive essay or a descriptive one? Is it science or humanities?
2. Break down each paragraph Look for main idea, tone and transitions.
3. See the Organization Make a mental road map of the essay and/or draw out a map structure on your dry erase scratch paper.
4. Find the Big Idea Look for unusual language that makes an important point. Pay special attention to the first and last paragraphs.
5. Diagnose the author's purpose Look for intention in the essay.