Boosting Comprehension with Annotations

Active reading means engaging with the text as you go—underlining, jotting notes, and marking important passages.

Annotation Techniques

• Highlight thesis statements, transitions, and rhetorical devices.
• Scribble questions or reactions in the margins.
• Summarize key points after each paragraph.

Why It Works

Annotations help you process and remember information, making it easier to answer questions and write essays about the passage.