: While taking notes, ensure you can answer Who, What, Where, When, and Why . This helps capture the core narrative or argument.
: Replace long descriptions with single, impactful words. For example, instead of writing "gets crushed down into," use the word "compacts."
: Look at titles, table of contents, and headings to grasp the general meaning before diving deep.
: Can someone who hasn't read the original text understand the main points?
