APUSH Pre-reading Notes (SQ3R method) DIRECTIONS: Follow the steps outlined in the left margin as you pre-read the chapter. Write your answers in the lined area of the page. 1. Write down the chapter title and the dates the chapter covers. 2. Read the opening quote. What do you think this means? 3. Skim the entire chapter. Look at each graph, map, and picture and read the caption. How many of each? 4. Skim the entire chapter and read all headings. List them here 5. Predict what you think this chapter will be about. 6. Write down any questions you have at this point. 7. Read the entire first paragraph; summarize it in a few sentences. Make sure you get the main point (This will probably be the main idea for the whole chapter).