Question

Which reading strategy involves previewing headings, subheadings, and introductory/concluding paragraphs to get an initial grasp of the text's organization?

• A. Scanning
• B. In-depth Reading
• C. Previewing
• D. Annotating

Answer 1

Answer:

C. Previewing

Previewing is a reading strategy used before reading the full text. It helps the reader gain an initial understanding of:

• The structure of the text

• Its main topics or themes

• How information is organized

This strategy typically involves looking at:

• Headings and subheadings

• Introductory and concluding paragraphs

• Bold or italicized words, images, and captions