Close+Reading+Section

Close Reading at Higher consists of a Close Reading Nab and the Close Reading paper in the final exam. In the exam you will have 105 minutes to read two passages and answer questions on them.

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Regular reading of quality newspapers is essential at Higher level. Have a look at this article from The Scotsman and try to create an understanding type question.

[|BP article]

Past papers provide a good opportunity to hone your close reading skills. Access the most recent papers here - just don't look at the marking scheme until you have tried the questions yourself!







Further resources are available at the [|SQA website]