For reading structurally complicated expositions, which strategy could be used?

• A. Skimming
• B. Paraphrasing
• C. Outlining
• D. Note-taking

Answer: (C)

Facing a long, structurally complex exposition, you want a strategy that lays out the text’s organization. Outlining does exactly that by building a skeleton of the argument: you identify the main claim, the major sections, and the key supporting points, then arrange them hierarchically. This reveals how ideas relate—what supports which claim, the sequence of steps, and where transitions occur. With an outline in hand, you can see the overall flow, quickly locate where a topic is discussed, and understand how later points depend on earlier ones. This makes reading more efficient and easier to summarize or discuss later. Paraphrasing restates ideas in your own words but doesn’t show the structure; skimming gives only an overview; note-taking helps remember details but may not capture the argumentative skeleton. So outlining is the most effective strategy for understanding and navigating complex expositions.