Which of the following is an example of using prior knowledge?

Question

While reading a novel about a soccer team, Micah recalls last summer when he tried to learn tennis.

While reading an essay about Beethoven, Julia decides she wants to learn how to play the piano.

While reading a book about the ocean, Sara remembers her trip to the Oregon Coast last spring.

While reading an article about forest fires, Kalvin begins to research how to prevent forest fires.

Answer 1

The example of using prior knowledge is:

While reading a book about the ocean, Sara remembers her trip to the Oregon Coast last spring.

This instance demonstrates how Sara draws upon her past experiences (her trip to the Oregon Coast) to enhance her understanding and connection to the current reading material about the ocean.