Which is a strategy used by proficient readers?

• A. How to pick their own texts, analyzing author's word choices and meaning, and tone analysis.
• B. Memorize a list of sight words.
• C. Avoid challenging material.
• D. Read only aloud without comprehension.

Answer: (A)

Proficient readers use deliberate strategies that deepen understanding, including choosing texts that fit their purpose and examining how the author uses language. By selecting material thoughtfully and analyzing word choices, meaning, and tone, they infer ideas, detect attitude, and grasp subtle messages the author is sending. This active, reflective approach keeps reading purposeful and helps build vocabulary and critical thinking.

Other options aren’t as effective for skilled reading. Memorizing sight words is helpful early on, but it’s a basic skill rather than a strategy used by advanced readers across texts. Avoiding challenging material limits growth and doesn’t reflect the explorer mindset of proficient readers. Reading only aloud without seeking comprehension means missing the goal of understanding the text, which proficient readers constantly monitor and adjust to maintain meaning.