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Comprehension

ICSE · Class 10 · English Language - Archer

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Card 1Introduction to comprehension

What is reading comprehension?

Answer

Reading comprehension means understanding an unseen passage well enough to answer questions from it. It includes finding the main idea, understanding details, and using context to work out meanings of

Card 2Benefits of reading

Why does reading improve comprehension skills?

Answer

Reading improves vocabulary, critical thinking skills, and concentration. These skills help in understanding a passage deeply and answering questions accurately.

Card 3Reading strategy

How many times should a passage be read before answering comprehension questions?

Answer

A passage should be read two to three times before answering. The first read gives the overall idea, the second helps identify main points, and the third is faster and helps with difficult words.

Card 4Reading strategy

What is the purpose of the first read of a passage?

Answer

The first read is meant to understand what the passage is about. It helps build a general idea of the content before looking at the questions in detail.

Card 5Reading strategy

What is the purpose of the second read of a passage?

Answer

The second read is used to identify the main points. It is also useful for planning the summary writing answer because the main ideas become clear.

Card 6Vocabulary through context

What should be done during the third read if a word is unknown?

Answer

Unknown words should be underlined and their meaning should be figured out from the context. The third read is faster than the first two reads.

Card 7Types of questions

What are the two main kinds of comprehension questions?

Answer

The two kinds are explicit-information questions and analytical or imaginative questions. The first kind asks for facts directly stated in the passage, while the second kind asks for interpretation, m

Card 8Types of questions

What is an explicit-information question?

Answer

An explicit-information question asks for information directly stated in the passage. The answer should be based on clear facts from the text and written in simple own words.

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What are the important topics in Comprehension for ICSE Class 10 English Language - Archer?
Key topics in Comprehension include Comprehensive Reading Strategy Process, Comprehensive Reading Strategy Overview, Comprehensive Reading Comprehension Strategy Map. These are the concepts ICSE Class 10 examiners draw on most — study them first, then practise related questions.
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