ISEE Upper Level Reading Comprehension

ISEE Upper Level Reading Comprehension focuses on developing critical reading skills through diverse texts and comprehension strategies.

Understanding Main Ideas and DetailsMaking Inferences and Drawing ConclusionsUnderstanding Vocabulary in Context
Analyzing Author’s Purpose and ToneIdentifying Organizational StructureEvaluating Arguments and Evidence
Applying Critical Reading to Everyday LifeEffective Note-Taking for ReadingReading for Research and Projects
Previewing the PassageProcess of Elimination
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Practical Applications

Reading for Research and Projects

Gathering Information

When you need to research a topic for a school project, strong reading comprehension skills help you find and understand the best sources.

How to Read for Research

  • Skim for main ideas before reading closely.
  • Take notes on important facts and where you found them.
  • Compare information from different sources to make sure it’s accurate.

Why It Matters

Being able to read well helps you create awesome projects and presentations.

Examples

  • Reading several articles about animals to find the best facts for a science poster.

  • Checking different websites to make sure your information about a historical event is correct.

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Previewing the Passage