Comprehension

Comprehension of given Passages

The purpose of reading is comprehension, or to get meaning from written text.

§ Without comprehension, reading is a frustrating, pointless exercise in word calling. It is no exaggeration to say that how well students develop the ability to comprehend what they read has a profound effect on their entire lives.

§ A major goal of reading comprehension instruction, therefore, is to help students develop the knowledge, skills, and experiences they must have if they are to become competent and enthusiastic readers.

Instructions:


· Read the questions (not the answers) before reading the passage
· While going through the passage find out the topic point and the supporting arguments.
· Examine closely the verbs of the alternative answers. The verb should definitely agree with the verb of the answer.
· Examine the attitude of writer while reading the passage. Do not waste time by re-reading it.
· Be cautious whenever the meaning of any word is asked because the meanings are generally different from the literal meaning. Replace the word with its meaning.
· Generally the questions refer to the



Main ideas of the passage

· Attitude of the writer

· The author does not say

· The author says

· Implies meaning of the passage

· Title of the passage

· On the text of the passage there are 12 stages in Comprehension