2. Question

What is Questioning?

Questioning is making a list of questions you want answered. It may be a written list or it may be a mental list. There are two types of questions. The first group of questions focus on your predictions. The second group of questions deal with details.

Why do I need to use Questions?

Thinking about questions to ask before you begin reading will make your reading more focused. It also makes you an active reader, which will help you understand and remember what you read. It not only helps you focus on new material, but it helps you predict what you will encounter while reading. Your predictions are tested when you read.

How do I use Questions?

Make a list of predictions. Write them in the form of a question. For example, you might ask is my prediction about the main idea correct. These are some other questions you might want to ask:

What appears to be the main idea?

What details or facts will be used?

How will I need to read?

What are the definitions of new words?