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  1. What is the main concept discussed by the text?
  2. What is the main point of the first paragraph?
  3. Which stage is not a part of the process for describing a new species?
  4. What does the scientific names of the two species of shrimp consist of?
  5. What is not permitted when naming a new species?
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  1. What is the main concept discussed by the text?
  2. What is the main point of the first paragraph?
  3. Which stage is not a part of the process for describing a new species?
  4. What does the scientific names of the two species of shrimp consist of?
  5. What is not permitted when naming a new species?

Skim reading can be a useful technique when researching. This skill involves reading a longish text or parts of one in order to get the gist (the main idea) of what it contains. The aim is not to get a detailed understanding but rather an overview of a text that may be relevant to your enquiry. Skim the below text and then answer the questions below

Questions
Skimming Exercise