Skim the text. Circle 5 words you don’t know. Try to guess their meaning from context. Part B (10 min): Answer questions 1–6 on a separate sheet. Part C (10 min): Discuss with a partner: Is Dr. Marchetti’s advice realistic? What would you change? Part D (5 min): Write one sentence summarizing the text in your own words.
Here are some common types of reading comprehension questions: reading comprehension for intermediate students
Here are some effective strategies for intermediate students to improve their reading comprehension: Skim the text
Effective instruction at the intermediate level should be explicit, involving modeling and guided practice: Part B (10 min): Answer questions 1–6 on a separate sheet
Model your thinking. Say: “When I read ‘digital comfort comes at a cost,’ I predict the next paragraph will be about negative effects.”
| Question | Answer | Skill Focus | | :--- | :--- | :--- | | 1 | 96 times per day | Scanning for numbers | | 2 | Dopamine | Locating specific scientific terms | | 3 | 20 seconds | Detail retrieval | | 4 | Because the interaction is via screen, not voice/face-to-face. | Understanding metaphors | | 5 | Because they practice reading screens, not human faces. | Causal relationship (cause → effect) | | 6 | She is not anti-technology; she offers solutions, not bans. | Identifying author’s tone (neutral/balanced) | | 7-9 | (Answers vary – look for logical reasoning and personal connection) | Critical thinking & synthesis |