Question

1 which of the following can aid an active reader when responding to prose?

• prereading the first sentence in a paragraph
• writing a letter to the author, summarizing and paraphrasing the main points, taking notes inside the text
• journaling, brainstorming, free writing, creating or asking questions, write a letter to the author, or summarizing and paraphrasing the main points
• scanning the title and graphics

Explanation:

Active reading involves interactive, critical engagement with prose. The correct option includes a full range of active strategies that encourage deep processing, response, and analysis of the text, unlike the other options which only cover limited pre-reading or partial active steps.

Answer:

Journaling, brainstorming, free writing, creating or asking questions, write a letter to the author, or summarizing and paraphrasing the main points