101A/Worthington
ACTIVE READING/PREWRITING ACTIVITIES
1. Complete the following reading and writing activities:
 First, carefully read the assigned article.
 Identify the following information:
1. Author’s name:_____________________________
2. Essay title and source:_______________________
3. Author’s thesis or main reason for writing the article:
_________________________________________
 “Annotate” the text by performing the following tasks:
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Circle all unfamiliar vocabulary words.
Write the words in your journal.
Place an asterick (*) next to unfamiliar references.
Place a question mark (?) next to unfamiliar phrases.
Seek clarification by introducing these references as part of
our class discussion or by researching the information on
your own (we will discuss strategies in class).
 Write a list of the author’s main points or “general” ideas.
2. Respond to the questions on the “Everybody Does It” homework
sheet. Bring your work to the next class meeting.