Theme, Inference, Context Clues, Prefix and Suffix

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What is the theme of a story?

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The theme is the underlying message or main idea that the author wants to convey through the narrative.

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What does it mean to make an inference?

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To make an inference means to draw a conclusion based on evidence and reasoning rather than from explicit statements.

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What are context clues?

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Context clues are hints or information within a text that help readers understand the meaning of unfamiliar words or phrases.

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What does the prefix 'non-' mean?

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The prefix 'non-' means 'not' or 'opposite of'.

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What does the prefix 'dis-' mean?

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The prefix 'dis-' means 'not' or 'opposite of'.

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What does the prefix 'un-' mean?

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The prefix 'un-' means 'not' or 'opposite of'.

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Provide an example of a theme in literature.

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An example of a theme is 'Don't judge people by outward appearances.'

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What does the word 'eager' mean in the context of a sentence?

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In the context of a sentence, 'eager' means 'very excited to do something'.

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How can context clues help in understanding a text?

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Context clues can help readers deduce the meaning of unknown words or phrases by providing surrounding information.

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What is the significance of identifying the theme in a story?

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Identifying the theme helps readers understand the deeper meaning and moral lessons of the story.