Passages May 2026

Engaging with the material can significantly change how effectively a passage is reviewed.

: Restate difficult sentences or paragraphs in your own words to ensure deep comprehension. Passages

: Determine the Topic (main idea), Scope (specific focus), and Purpose (e.g., to argue, explain, or advocate). Engaging with the material can significantly change how

Reviewing passages—whether you are an educator evaluating a student’s analysis or a student reviewing your own practice—requires a structured approach to identify core arguments, logical flow, and evidence. How to Review a Reading Passage Scope (specific focus)

: Use a scratchpad to jot down the Who, What, When, Where, Why, and How to create a quick skeleton of the text.