Reading Strategies

Front

What is an inference in reading comprehension?

Back

An inference is a conclusion drawn from text evidence combined with prior knowledge.

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CCSS.RI.4.1

CCSS.RI.5.1

CCSS.RI.6.1

CCSS.RL.4.1

CCSS.RL.5.1

Front

How do you make an inference?

Back

To make an inference, you combine what you know with what the author provides to deduce information not explicitly stated.

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CCSS.RI.4.1

CCSS.RI.5.1

CCSS.RI.6.1

CCSS.RL.4.1

CCSS.RL.5.1

Front

What is the definition of 'setting' in a story?

Back

The setting is the time and place in which the story occurs.

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CCSS.RL.1.3

CCSS.RL.2.1

CCSS.RL.4.3

CCSS.RL.5.3

CCSS.RL.6.3

Front

What does it mean to predict in reading?

Back

To predict means to determine what you think will happen next in the text.

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CCSS.RF.3.4B

CCSS.RF.4.4A

CCSS.RF.4.4B

CCSS.RF.4.4C

CCSS.RF.5.3A

Front

Who is the main character in a story?

Back

The main character is the person or animal that the story is primarily about.

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CCSS.RL.2.6

CCSS.RL.3.6

CCSS.RL.4.3

CCSS.RL.5.3

CCSS.RL.6.3

Front

What is the purpose of making predictions while reading?

Back

Making predictions helps engage with the text and anticipate future events or outcomes.

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CCSS.RF.3.3A

CCSS.RF.3.3B

CCSS.RF.4.4B

CCSS.RF.5.4A

CCSS.RF.5.4B

Front

What role does text evidence play in making inferences?

Back

Text evidence provides the basis for drawing conclusions and supports the inferences made.

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CCSS.RI.4.1

CCSS.RI.5.1

CCSS.RL.4.1

CCSS.RL.5.1

CCSS.RL.6.1

Front

What is the difference between a fact and an inference?

Back

A fact is a statement that can be proven true, while an inference is a conclusion based on evidence and reasoning.

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CCSS.RL.11-12.6

Front

Why is understanding the setting important in a story?

Back

Understanding the setting helps to contextualize the events and characters, influencing the plot and themes.

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CCSS.RL.2.1

CCSS.RL.4.3

CCSS.RL.5.3

CCSS.RL.6.3

CCSS.RL.7.3

Front

What strategies can be used to improve prediction skills?

Back

Strategies include asking questions, summarizing information, and connecting to prior knowledge.

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CCSS.RF.3.3A

CCSS.RF.3.3C

CCSS.RF.4.4A

CCSS.RF.5.3A

CCSS.RF.5.4B