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2.1: Critical Reading--Reading Assignment
This page emphasizes the importance of Critical Reading as an interactive process that enhances comprehension and academic success. It outlines preparation strategies like eliminating distractions and pre-reading, and introduces the "Three Real Reads" approach: a sequential reading, annotating, and final tailored reading based on prompts. Annotation techniques include noting key points, questioning the author's intent, evaluating arguments, and making connections to other texts.
2.2: Critical Reading--Classroom Activity
This page highlights the importance of self-reflection and self-awareness in college success, especially in developing study habits. It encourages students to evaluate their past reading strategies, express their feelings about reading, and consider new techniques presented. Students are also prompted to propose personal recommendations for critical reading to share in class discussions.
2.3: Critical Reading--Assignment
This page follows Désirée confronting her husband Armand over their child's racial identity. After being rejected, she seeks help from her mother but ultimately leaves with her child into the bayou. Armand, believing himself wronged, burns their belongings, only to later find a letter revealing his mother's mixed heritage, upending his beliefs about race and identity.

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