Universidad de Costa Rica

Sede del Pacífico

Teacher: Daniela Gómez Navarrete
Práctica evaluada 1

Marisela del Carmen Sánchez Carné: C37252

SUMMARY

Skimming

Skimming is a reading technique used to quickly identify the main ideas of a text. When
you read the newspaper, you're probably not reading it word-by-word, instead you're skimming
the text. Skimming is done at a speed three to four times faster than normal reading. People often
skim when they have lots of material to read in a limited amount of time. Use skimming when you
want to see if an article may be of interest in your research.

There are many strategies that can be used when skimming. Some people read the first and
last paragraphs using headings, summarizes and other organizers as they move down the page or
screen. You might read the title, subtitles, subheading, and illustrations. Consider reading the first
sentence of each paragraph. This technique is useful when you're seeking specific information
rather than reading for comprehension. Skimming works well to find dates, names, and places. It
might be used to review graphs, tables, and charts.

How to Skim:

• Read the title.

• Read the introduction or the first paragraph.
• Read the first sentence of every other paragraph.
• Read any headings and sub-headings.
• Notice any pictures, charts, or graphs.
• Notice any italicized or boldfaced words or phrases.
• Read the summary or last paragraph.
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Teacher: Daniela Gómez Navarrete
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Exercise A: Skim the following newspaper article. Then answer the questions below.

What is Hurting the Environment?

By Faith Silver

Scientists are working hard to clean up our environment. Air pollution is one of the most
serious problems they face. They know that a lot of the pollution is caused by people burning fuels
such as gasoline, wood, and oil.
In many big cities now, the air is gray and dirty. This is caused mostly by the gasoline
burned in car engines. For every gallon of gasoline that a car burns, a half - pound of carbon
monoxide gas goes into the air. This is what makes the air so gray. Scientists and car makers are
making changes in car engines. New cars will not put so much carbon monoxide into the air. Then
the air will be cleaner, and cities such as Los Angeles and Mexico City will have blue skies again.
But carbon monoxide pollution is only one form of air pollution. Another kind of air
pollution that comes from gasoline and other fuels is carbon dioxide. For every gallon of gasoline
a car burns, 5 ½ pounds of carbon dioxide goes into the air. You cannot see carbon dioxide in the
air, since it is clear gas, and you cannot smell it. But the effects of carbon dioxide on the
environment are very serious.
Carbon dioxide has made a clear cloud over the earth. This cloud is called the “greenhouse
effect”. Like a blanket, this clear cloud has made the earth warmer. As the earth becomes a lot
warmer, many things may change. First of all, the weather may change. There may be more violent
storms in many parts of the world. In many places the summer may become hotter and drier. In
these places, it may be more difficult to grow food, and that means mare people may die of hunger.
What can we do about carbon dioxide pollution? We need to burn fuels to keep warm in
the winter, we need to cook, and we need to have transportation. In the past, we did all these things
and there was no greenhouse effect. However, in the past there were far fewer people. Now, the
number of people is growing every year, and the pollution problem is growing, too. Scientists say
that the earth is in danger from the greenhouse effect. They also say the real problem is not carbon
dioxide. The problem is too many people!
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Sede del Pacífico
Teacher: Daniela Gómez Navarrete
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Answer these questions, based on your understanding:

1. This article says that carbon monoxide pollution
a. comes from gasoline burned in cars
b. comes from the earth
c. is caused by scientists

2. Carbon dioxide is a problem because it

a. is a fossil fuel
b. makes the earth warmer
c. is burned by cars

3. Scientists say the real problem is

a. carbon monoxide
b. the air in Los Angeles and Mexico City
c. too many people in the world

Scanning
Scanning is a technique you often use when looking up a word in the telephone book or
dictionary. You search for key words or ideas. In most cases, you know what you're looking for,
so you're concentrating on finding a particular answer. Scanning involves moving your eyes
quickly down the page seeking specific words and phrases. Scanning is also used when you first
find a resource to determine whether it will answer your questions. Once you've scanned the
document, you might go back and skim it.
When scanning, look for the author's use of organizers such as numbers, letters, steps, or
the words, first, second, or next. Look for words that are bold faced, italics, or in a different font
size, style, or color. Sometimes the author will put key ideas in the margin.
Reading off a computer screen has become a growing concern. Research shows that people
have more difficulty reading off a computer screen than off paper. Although they can read and
comprehend at the same rate as paper, skimming on the computer is much slower than on paper.
State the specific information you are looking for.
Steps for scanning
• Try to anticipate how the answer will appear and what clues you might use to help you
locate the answer. For example, if you were looking for a certain date, you would quickly
read the paragraph looking only for numbers.
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• Use headings and any other aids that will help you identify which sections might contain
the information you are looking for.
• Selectively read and skip through sections of the passage.

Exercise B: Scan the following classified advertisement and answer the questions that
follow.

Do you want to work in a dynamic and engaging work environment? Do you want to see where the
future of technology is headed? If so, Tech Data is seeking top sales talent for multiple positions in
San Jose!

Company: Tech Data, a Fortune 100 company and has been named one Fortune's "World's Most
Admired Companies" for 10 consecutive years! The Tech Data difference is in our people. Tech Data is
proud to be recognized in the community as a leader in the promotion and practice of diversity and
inclusion. We believe the innovation and success of our organization comes from embracing our
differences.
Description: This position is FULL TIME, and for pipeline purposes; we will have career opportunities
in both Calle Blancos and Escazu locations very soon. Let us know what works for you!
By applying for this opportunity, you'll be considered for a Telesales Account Representative for one of
our following teams: Lenovo, Lexmark, SKU, Samsung, VMware, CISCO, TeleSmart, Dell, APC, iPass,
Extreme Networks, FUJITSU, Kodak, NetApp, Riverbed.
Requisites:
• Internal or External High School Diploma/GED plus the established minimum requirements for
the position
• 100% proficiency in English and Spanish
• 2+ years of outbound telesales experience, technology experience preferred.
• Call center or telesales experience using consultative selling skills preferred.
• Demonstrate commitment to task in a highly competitive sales environment.
• Ability to overcome technical and business objections of prospective customers.
• Possess solid business sense and the ability to profile likely business and technology decision
makers.
• Professional and polished communication skills both verbal and written.
• Possess strong organizational skills and the ability to excel in a fast-paced environment.

We Offer:
Two personal days per year
Free parking
Lunch discounts
Company doctor
Private Insurance (employee, spouse and children included)
Employee Association
Publication date: 29/02/2021

Answer these questions based on your understanding. You may answer in Spanish.
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Teacher: Daniela Gómez Navarrete
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1. Where is the company located?

* Calle Blancos and Escazu
2. What is the requirement regarding communication skills?
* Internal or External High School Diploma
* 2+ years of outbound telesales experience, technology experience preferred.
* 100% proficiency in English and Spanish
* Call center or telesales experience using consultative selling skills preferred.
* Demonstrate commitment to task in a highly competitive sales environment.
* Ability to overcome technical and business objections of prospective customers.
* Possess solid business sense and the ability to profile likely business and technology decision makers.
* Professional and polished communication skills both verbal and written.
* Possess strong organizational skills and the ability to excel in a fast-paced environment.

3. What is the schedule for the worker?

* Position is Full Time
4. What languages do they require?
* 100% proficiency in English and Spanish
5. What salary do they offer?
* Not say
6. What are the employee benefits?
They offer 6 benefits
* Two personal days per year
* Free parking
* Lunch discounts
* Company doctor
* Private Insurance (employee, spouse and children included)
* Employee Association

7. When was this advertisement published?

* The Publication date: 29/02/2021

Adapted by T. Daniela.
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Sede del Pacífico
Teacher: Daniela Gómez Navarrete
Práctica evaluada 1

Taken from:
http://pioneer.chula.ac.th/~pkanchan/html/skim.htm
http://42explore.com/skim.htm
https://www.linkedin.com/jobs