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What does the 'K' in a KWL chart stand for?
Knowledge
How does a KWL chart help with understanding a text?
By asking questions before reading
What is the purpose of writing down what you already know about a topic in a KWL chart?
To brainstorm and focus your reading
In what way can a KWL chart be useful when reading a fictional text?
To brainstorm about the story or author
Which column in a KWL chart is meant to be filled out before reading the given text?
'K'
What does the 'W' column represent in the chart mentioned in the text?
Wondering
When rereading a text, what should you focus on according to the text?
Language and writing craft choices by the author
What is an example of a question you might ask yourself during a close reading of a text?
How do the author's choices in language help me understand the text better?
Which aspect of the text should be examined during a third and final reading?
Reflections on life or human condition
In the 'L' column of the chart, what does 'L' stand for?
Learning
Learn about a pre-reading strategy called the KWL chart and how it can help improve comprehension by encouraging inquiry. Discover how preparing questions before reading can enhance understanding of a text and keep you focused on its main ideas.
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