Reading 5 tips for Success Tips 3-4

Tip 3” Do research

Literacy critics have written vast numbers of analytically & critical pieces on countless books. If you’re having trouble understanding a particular text, do some research & see what knowledgeable sources have to say about it. In addition to increasing your comprehension, you’ll also be showing initiative, something teachers always like to see. Always use legitimate & scholarly sources, not condensed study guides. Going the extra mile in your research elevate your achievement 10- fold.

Tip 4: Use a Dictionary

Make sure you have access to a dictionary when you’re reading. You can often figure out the meaning of an unfamiliar word by using context clues, but sometimes you can’t. Rather than simply skipping over the words you don’t know, take the time to look them up. The results are well worth the effort. Your comprehension will increase greatly, and you’ll build your vocabulary at the same time.

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