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Reading

Reading Section Tips​

Time Management​

  • Spend 20 minutes per passage
  • Allow 5 minutes for transfer
  • Use a clock/watch for monitoring

Reading Techniques​

Skimming​

  • Read title, headings, first/last paragraphs
  • Identify main ideas quickly
  • Don't read every word
  • Note paragraph topics

Scanning​

  • Look for specific information
  • Focus on:
    • Names
    • Dates
    • Numbers
    • Keywords

Question Type Strategies​

  1. True/False/Not Given

    • Look for exact meaning matches
    • Don't make assumptions
    • Stick to passage information
    • Watch for qualifying words

  2. Multiple Choice

    • Read question first
    • Scan for relevant section
    • Eliminate wrong answers
    • Check for specific details

  3. Matching Headings

    • Understand paragraph main ideas
    • Look for topic sentences
    • Match general themes
    • Check against all paragraphs

  4. Summary Completion

    • Read surrounding context
    • Check word limits
    • Ensure grammatical fit
    • Verify from passage

Practice Tips​

  • Time yourself regularly
  • Practice different question types separately
  • Build reading speed gradually
  • Learn to identify question patterns