The QAR strategy consists of four main steps:
1. Identify the question type. There are three main types of questions: right there, think and search, and author and you.
2. Find the evidence in the text. Once you know what type of question you're dealing with, you can start looking for the evidence in the text to support your answer.
3. Answer the question. Use the evidence you found to support your answer.
4. Check your work. Make sure your answer is complete and accurate.
The QAR strategy can be used to improve reading comprehension skills in students of all ages. It's a simple but effective way to help students understand what they're reading and how to answer questions about the text.
Here are some examples of QAR questions:
Right There:
- What does the author say about the main character?
- What is the name of the main character?
- Where does the story take place?
Think and Search:
- How does the author use foreshadowing to create suspense?
- What is the theme of the story?
- What would happen if the main character made a different decision?
Author and You:
- What do you think the author's purpose was in writing this story?
- How does your prior knowledge help you understand the text?
- What can you learn from the text?