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 focuses on your predictions. The second group of questions deals with details.

Why do I need to use Questioning?

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 Questioning?

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 do I think the main idea is?

What facts or details will probably be used?

How will I need to read?

Can I guess the meaning of new words?