Active readers engage their thoughts as they focus on their reading. Which of the following readers show evidence of using active reading strategies? Samuel is reading an article on motocross for a report. The cover on the front of the book causes him to think of several questions. He begins to read to find the answers.
Franklin discusses the news article he is reading with a friend. He summarizes the main idea.
Alex is to read for 30 minutes. He selects a book and begins reading.
Emmalee does her American History reading assignment during her favorite television show. After 30 minutes, her reading assignment is done and she can describe, in detail, what happened on the television program.
Maribeth previews the headers and graphics in a book on using the Internet before she begins reading.
Jaylen is reading about the human body. As he reads, he takes notes and makes diagrams that will help him remember the information later.