Reading Review

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What does 'affable' mean?

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Friendly and polite.

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What is a 'din'?

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A loud, disruptive noise.

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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 does 'bein' mean in the context of the sentence?

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Leg.

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What is an inference?

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Text evidence + background knowledge (schema).

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What is the purpose of a rodeo clown?

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To protect cowboys by distracting bulls.

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What does 'context clues' mean?

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Hints or information in the text that help you understand the meaning of a word or phrase.

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What is a 'main idea' in a paragraph?

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The most important point or concept that the paragraph discusses.

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What does 'schema' refer to in reading?

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Background knowledge that helps you understand new information.

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What is the difference between 'text evidence' and 'inference'?

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Text evidence is information directly from the text; inference is a conclusion drawn from that evidence.