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practice with practice tests to familiarize yourself with the question format and types of passages you might encounter.  \n[http://www.englishmaven.org/Pages/Reading%20Comprehension.htm](http://www.englishmaven.org/Pages/Reading%20Comprehension.htm) [http://www.educationcorner.com/reading-comprehension.html](http://www.educationcorner.com/reading-comprehension.html)  \n[https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=G_0tjBQE9ZU](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=G_0tjBQE9ZU)  \n[https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=EsTebeYSS1I](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=EsTebeYSS1I)  \n[https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=4oghzzVedxc](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=4oghzzVedxc)  \nKey strategies for HESI Reading Comprehension  \nIdentify the Main Idea-When reading a passage, actively look for the central point the author is trying to convey, often stated in the first or last sentence of a paragraph.  \nAnalyze Supporting Details-Identify specific information within the text that backs up the main idea, such as examples, facts, or statistics.  \nConsider the Author's Purpose-Determine whether the author is trying to inform, persuade, entertain, or explain a topic based on the tone and content of the passage.  \nInference Skills-Go beyond the literal text and draw conclusions based on the information provided, considering implied meanings and logical reasoning.  \nVocabulary in Context-When encountering unfamiliar words, use the surrounding sentences to understand their meaning within the passage.  \nActive Reading Techniques  \n• Highlighting: Mark key points, main ideas, and supporting details as you read.  \n• Summarizing: Briefly restate the main points of each paragraph in your own words.  \n• Questioning: Ask yourself questions about the text to stay engaged and check comprehension.  \nCommon HESI Reading Question Types  \n• Main idea questions: \"What is the primary focus of this passage?\"  \n• Supporting detail questions: \"According to the text, which of the following is true about...\"  \n• Author's purpose questions: \"The author's primary goal in this passage is to...\"  \n• Inference questions: \"Based on the information provided, it can be concluded that...\"  \n• Vocabulary in context questions: \"As used in the passage, the word 'reticent' most likely means...\"  \nHow to Prepare for HESI Reading  \n• Practice with HESI-style reading passages.  \n• Utilize practice tests or study guides with questions that mirror the format and difficulty of the actual exam.  \n• Focus on vocabulary building.  \n• Learn medical terminology and key vocabulary related to healthcare topics.  \n• Time management: Practice completing reading passages within the allotted time on the exam.  \nIf you have questions, please [email me at](email me at kara.vanhoy@tcatuppercumberland.edu)[ ](email me at kara.vanhoy@tcatuppercumberland.edu)[kara.vanhoy@tcatuppercumberland.edu](email me at kara.vanhoy@tcatuppercumberland.edu)  \nKara Vanhoy  \nTech Foundations Instructor/Test Center Administrator  \nTennessee College of Applied Technology  \n910 Miller Avenue  \nCrossville, TN 38555  \n(931) 484-7502","cbCaip4bG3Z83VDT","https://ap.wps.com/l/cbCaip4bG3Z83VDT","pdf",374459,"English","# Key strategies for HESI Reading Comprehension\n## Identify the Main Idea\n## Analyze Supporting Details\n## Consider the Author's Purpose\n## Inference Skills\n## Vocabulary in Context\n# Active Reading Techniques\n# Common HESI Reading Question Types\n# How to Prepare for HESI Reading","[{\"question\":\"What should you focus on to succeed on the HESI reading section?\",\"answer\":\"Focus on identifying the main idea, recognizing supporting details, understanding the author’s purpose, and making inferences from the text. 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