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3. Brainstorm what you already know about the topic.
Make a list, freewrite, or cluster your ideas about the topic.
Superman helps people. He is strong and brave. Everyone has heard of this guy. His clothes stand out: a blue and red cape with a huge “S” on his chest. And Superman is an alien from Krypton! He’s a two-in-one character: Superman, the superhero; and Clark Kent, the reporter.
During Reading
As you read your text, read with a purpose. Find the most important information, take notes, and ask, “Do I understand this?”