"Albert Einstein developed the theory of relativity, changing the field of physics. Born in 1879 in Germany, he later moved to the United States, where he continued his research."
Skimming Question
Scanning Question
Group Discussion
Skimming QuestionQuickly read for main idea
What is this passage mainly about?
A)
Einstein's childhood
B)
Einstein's contributions to physics
C)
Einstein's favorite hobbies
Scanning QuestionLook for specific information
When was Einstein born?
A)
1889
B)
1879
C)
1899
📝 Group Discussion
Reflect on the skimming and scanning techniques you just practiced:
What was easier: skimming or scanning?
Which strategy do you find most useful?
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Reading Skills Tips:
Skimming: Read quickly to get the main idea - focus on first sentences, keywords, and topic sentences.
Scanning: Look for specific information like names, dates, or numbers - move your eyes quickly across the text.