I. Reading Comprehension (RC) Techniques 1. Skim First, Read Later: Quickly skim the passage to get a general idea before diving into details. 2. Identify the Main Idea: Focus on the overall theme of the passage. 3. Look for Transition Words: Words like However, Thus, Therefore signal shifts in arguments. 4. Understand the Author’s Tone: Identify whether it is analytical, critical, optimistic, etc. 5. Focus on Opening & Closing Sentences: These often contain key information. 6. Analyze Passage Structure: Determine whether the passage follows an argumentation, cause-and-effect, or comparison structure. 7. Underline Keywords: Underline or note important facts and figures while reading. 8. Read Paragraph by Paragraph: Break the passage into manageable sections. 9. Map the Passage: Create a mental map of the passage to remember key points. 10. Identify Factual vs. Inferential Information: Recognize what’s stated explicitly vs. implied. 11. Avoid Assumptions: Base ...