Reading Comprehension

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What is the importance of protein in our diet?

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Protein helps your body build muscle and build up immunity to illnesses. It is important to get enough protein in your diet to keep you strong.

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What are some common uses of steel?

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Steel is used in the automobile industry, for building construction, making cans and containers, and manufacturing farm and factory machines.

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What is the main idea of a text?

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The main idea is the central point or concept that the author wants to convey in the text.

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What does the term 'pedestrian' mean?

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A pedestrian is a person traveling on foot.

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What is a supporting detail in a text?

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A supporting detail provides additional information that reinforces the main idea.

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What is the purpose of a snake charmer's actions?

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The snake charmer startles the snake by waving a hand or moving a flute to capture the snake's attention.

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How can you identify the main idea of a paragraph?

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The main idea can often be found in the topic sentence or can be inferred from the supporting details.

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What is the significance of the peregrine falcon being placed on the endangered species list?

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It indicates that the species is at risk of extinction and highlights the impact of human activities, such as pesticide use.

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What role do supporting details play in a text?

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Supporting details help to explain, clarify, or provide evidence for the main idea.

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How does one determine if a statement is a supporting detail or not?

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A supporting detail directly relates to and provides evidence for the main idea, while unrelated statements do not support the main concept.