READING TEXT CRITICALLY
Critical reading is the ability to read a text carefully, understand its meaning, analyze its ideas, evaluate its accuracy, and form a personal judgment based on evidence.
It goes beyond simply understanding words; it involves thinking deeply about what the writer is saying and whether the information is reliable, logical, and relevant.
Critical reading is essential in academic study, research, journalism, and everyday decision-making because it helps readers avoid being misled and improves independent thinking.
What Is Critical Reading?
Critical reading means:
- Understanding the meaning of a text
- Analyzing the writer’s ideas
- Evaluating evidence and arguments
- Identifying bias or assumptions
- Making informed judgments
Importance of Critical Reading
Critical reading helps learners to:
- Improve comprehension skills
- Develop analytical thinking
- Detect false or misleading information
- Build academic writing skills
- Strengthen reasoning ability
- Make informed decisions
CHAPTER 4: READING TEXT CRITICALLY – ENGLISH LANGUAGE FORM SIX
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