Reading Comprehension

Front

What is the main idea of a text?

Back

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

Tags

CCSS.RI.7.2

CCSS.RI.8.2

CCSS.RL.6.2

CCSS.RL.7.2

CCSS.RL.8.2

Front

How can you identify the main idea in a paragraph?

Back

Look for the topic sentence, which often summarizes the main point, and consider the supporting details.

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CCSS.RI.6.2

CCSS.RI.7.2

CCSS.RI.8.2

CCSS.RL.6.2

CCSS.RL.7.2

Front

What is a supporting detail?

Back

Supporting details are facts, examples, or descriptions that help explain or reinforce the main idea.

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CCSS.RI.7.2

CCSS.RL.6.2

CCSS.RL.7.1

CCSS.RL.7.2

CCSS.RL.8.1

Front

What does it mean to summarize a text?

Back

To summarize a text means to give a brief statement of the main points or ideas.

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CCSS.RI.6.2

CCSS.RI.7.2

CCSS.RI.8.2

CCSS.RL.7.2

CCSS.RL.8.2

Front

What is the difference between a fact and an opinion?

Back

A fact is a statement that can be proven true or false, while an opinion is a personal belief or judgment.

Tags

CCSS.RL.11-12.6

Front

What is context in reading comprehension?

Back

Context refers to the circumstances or background information surrounding a text that helps in understanding its meaning.

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CCSS.RI.7.4

CCSS.RI.8.4

CCSS.RL.6.4

CCSS.RL.7.4

CCSS.RL.8.4

Front

What is inference in reading?

Back

Inference is the process of drawing conclusions based on evidence and reasoning rather than from explicit statements.

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CCSS.RI.6.1

CCSS.RI.7.1

CCSS.RL.6.1

CCSS.RL.7.1

CCSS.RL.8.1

Front

What is a theme in literature?

Back

A theme is the underlying message or main idea that the author explores in a literary work.

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CCSS.RL.5.2

CCSS.RL.5.9

CCSS.RL.6.2

CCSS.RL.7.2

CCSS.RL.8.2

Front

What is the purpose of a conclusion in a text?

Back

The conclusion summarizes the main points and provides closure to the text.

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CCSS.RI.5.5

CCSS.RI.6.5

CCSS.RI.7.5

CCSS.RI.8.5

CCSS.RI.9-10.5

Front

What is a narrative?

Back

A narrative is a story that tells about a series of events or experiences.

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CCSS.RI.6.10

CCSS.RI.7.10

CCSS.RL.6.10

CCSS.RL.7.10

CCSS.RL.8.10