Reading Comprehension

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What is reading comprehension?

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The ability to understand, interpret, and analyze written text.

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What is the main idea of a text?

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The central point or message that the author wants to convey.

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What are supporting details?

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Facts, examples, or descriptions that help explain or support the main idea.

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What does it mean to infer?

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To make an educated guess or conclusion based on evidence and reasoning rather than explicit statements.

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What is a summary?

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A brief statement that presents the main points of a text in a concise form.

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What is the purpose of asking questions while reading?

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To enhance understanding and engagement with the text.

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What is a character in a story?

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A person, animal, or figure represented in a narrative.

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What is the setting of a story?

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The time and place in which the story occurs.

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What is a plot?

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The sequence of events that make up a story.

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What is a theme?

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The underlying message or main idea of a literary work.