๐ Topic Summary
Locating information means being able to pinpoint specific facts and details within a text. It's a key reading skill that helps you understand what you read and answer questions effectively. By learning how to scan for keywords and understand text structure, you can quickly find the information you need.
๐ง Part A: Vocabulary
Match the terms to their definitions:
| Term |
Definition |
| 1. Inference |
A. To look quickly for specific information |
| 2. Scan |
B. A short piece of writing on a particular subject. |
| 3. Main Idea |
C. A conclusion reached on the basis of evidence and reasoning. |
| 4. Passage |
D. The most important thought about something. |
| 5. Evidence |
E. The available body of facts or information indicating whether a belief or proposition is true or valid. |
(Match these: 1-C, 2-A, 3-D, 4-B, 5-E)
๐ Part B: Fill in the Blanks
Fill in the blanks with the correct words from the word bank: details, text, skim, keywords, understand.
To locate information efficiently, you need to be able to _________ a _________ quickly. Look for _________ that relate to the question you're trying to answer. Pay attention to supporting _________ that provide more context and help you _________ the information fully.
(Answers: skim, text, keywords, details, understand)
๐ค Part C: Critical Thinking
Imagine you are writing a report about your favorite animal. What are some strategies you could use to find information about it quickly in a book or on the internet?