This chapter examines the essential skills and strategies for effective reading comprehension and test preparation. It introduces the importance of reading for vocabulary and grammar development, outlines practical techniques for engaging with texts, and provides detailed guidance on how to approach reading both for general improvement and in exam situations. The chapter covers methods such as skimming, scanning, and structured reading frameworks like SQ3R and PQRST. It also explores the distinctions between reading shorter and longer texts, the principles of critical reading, and specific strategies for standardized reading tests, equipping learners with tools to read more efficiently, critically, and confidently.