Lesson 6 Writing A Close Analysis and
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Arianne Para-aseWriting a Close Analysis and
Critical Interpretation of Literary
Texts Applying a Reading Approach
Reading Approach
Teachers use reading approach as one of the methods in teaching English. This
approach is one way of solving student’s reading problems. Students are
demanded to read more to improve their knowledge and get new ideas.
Inferencing, guessing and predicting are important skills developed in reading.
By reading, students will know about the different of culture by reading across
cultural understanding, and they will learn how to pronounce the words
correctly. In reading approach, students are expected to improve their English
skills.
Skimming
In skimming, the main idea of a text is quickly identified. The goal is to read
shorter texts to extract accurate detailed information. Skimming is done at
speed
three to four times faster than regular reading. People often skim when they
have
lots of material to read in a limited amount of time. Some students will read the
first and last paragraphs using headings, summarizes and other organizers as
they move down the page or screen. Some might also read the title, subtitles,
subheadings, and illustrations. Other people consider reading the first
sentence of each paragraph. Skimming works well to find dates, names, and
places. It might be used to review graphs, tables, and charts. This technique is
useful when you are seeking specific information rather than reading for
comprehension.
Scanning
Scanning is quickly reading a text to get the summary of it. It is a
techniquewherein students search for keywords or ideas. Scanning involves
moving eyes quickly down the page seeking specific words and phrases.
Scanning is also used for the reader to find answers to questions. Once a
student scanned the document, they will go back and skim it.
Extensive reading
Extensive reading is an approach to language learning, including foreign
language learning, by means of a large amount of reading. The readers view
and review of unfamiliar words in a specific context will allow the reader to
infer the word’s meaning, to learn unknown words. Extensive Reading is the
free reading of books and other written material that is not too difficult for
readers. Extensive Reading is sometimes called Free Voluntary Reading.
Direction: Read the selection Chechnya by Anthony Marra and answer the
questions that follows.
Assessment 1. Comprehension Check
Direction: The story was quite interesting. Now answer the questions
that follow to test you understanding.
1. What descriptions were given about the setting of the story?
2. What seems to be the conflict surrounding the story?
3. What was the deal made by Sonja and Akhmed?
4. What change in attitude was evident in the main character of the story at
the beginning and at the end?
5. Why was it important for the writer to narrate the events that happened
during the wars to reveal traditions in Chechnya?
