HOW TO ANSWER COMPREHENSION QUESTION (3)
To answer comprehension questions effectively, follow these steps:
- Read the Passage Carefully: Read the passage thoroughly to understand the main ideas, details, and context. Don’t rush; take your time to grasp the meaning.
- Identify the Question Type: Comprehension questions can be factual (based on specific details), inferential (based on clues or what’s implied), or opinion-based. Understand what each question is asking.
- Highlight Key Information: As you read the passage, underline or note important details, especially those related to the question. This will help you quickly find relevant information when answering.
- Answer Based on the Passage: Ensure your answers are directly supported by the text. Do not add personal opinions unless the question asks for them.
- Be Clear and Concise: Write your answers clearly and to the point, using your own words where possible. Avoid unnecessary repetition or long-winded explanations.
- Check for Keywords: Look for keywords in the question that match key ideas or phrases in the passage to find the correct answer.
- Review Your Answer: Once you’ve written your answer, reread the question and your response to make sure it aligns with the passage and answers the question fully.
By following these steps, you can answer comprehension questions effectively and demonstrate a clear understanding of the material.