Once you’ve found the section of the passage that contains the relevant information, read it carefully to find the specific detail that answers the question.
- Why This Is Important: Short-answer questions often require specific details that can easily be missed if you read too quickly.
- How to Apply It:
- Focus on the details mentioned in the passage that correspond to the question. Make sure you fully understand the information provided.
- Match the question to the detail in the passage to ensure you’re answering correctly.
- Example: If the passage mentions “The company increased its profits by 30% in 2020,” and the question asks “What did the company increase by 30%?” the correct answer is profits.