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Create an outline. 🟪 Write down main points and supporting details.
“Superman Takes Off”
I. A Superhero Is Born
A. Jerry Siegel is a high school kid.
B. He wants to be a reporter and do something special.
C. He discusses a new character with Joe Shuster.
Check your comprehension. 🟪 Read a passage. Then stop and ask, “What does this mean?” Use your own words to write or say aloud the main idea of the passage. If you cannot figure out what the passage means, try one of these four fix-up strategies.
| Problem | Fix-Up Strategy |
I don’t know the meaning of these words. |
Check the context of the words to figure out their meaning. If necessary, use a dictionary or ask for help from someone. |
I can’t figure out how this text is organized. |