Reading Comprehension

Front

What does it mean to understand the main idea of a text?

Back

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

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CCSS.RI.4.2

CCSS.RI.5.2

CCSS.RI.6.2

CCSS.RL.5.2

CCSS.RL.6.2

Front

What is a volunteer?

Back

A volunteer is someone who does work without being paid.

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CCSS.RI.4.4

CCSS.RI.5.4

CCSS.RL.5.1

CCSS.RL.5.4

CCSS.RL.6.4

Front

What is reading comprehension?

Back

Reading comprehension is the ability to understand, interpret, and analyze written text.

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CCSS.RF.4.4B

CCSS.RF.5.3A

CCSS.RF.5.4A

CCSS.RF.5.4B

CCSS.RF.5.4C

Front

What is the purpose of supporting details in a text?

Back

Supporting details provide evidence and examples that help explain or reinforce the main idea.

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CCSS.RI.5.2

CCSS.RL.4.1

CCSS.RL.5.1

CCSS.RL.5.2

CCSS.RL.6.1

Front

How can you identify the main idea of a paragraph?

Back

Look for the topic sentence, which often states the main idea, and consider the supporting details.

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CCSS.RI.4.2

CCSS.RI.5.2

CCSS.RI.6.2

CCSS.RL.4.2

CCSS.RL.5.2

Front

What does it mean to infer information from a text?

Back

Inferring means to draw conclusions based on evidence and reasoning rather than from explicit statements.

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CCSS.RF.4.4C

CCSS.RF.5.3A

CCSS.RF.5.4A

CCSS.RF.5.4B

CCSS.RF.5.4C

Front

What is a summary?

Back

A summary is a brief statement that captures the main points of a text in your own words.

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CCSS.RI.4.9

CCSS.RI.5.9

CCSS.RI.6.2

CCSS.RL.5.2

CCSS.RL.6.2

Front

What is the difference between fact and opinion?

Back

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

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CCSS.RL.11-12.6

Front

What is context in reading?

Back

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

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CCSS.RI.5.4

CCSS.RI.6.4

CCSS.RL.4.4

CCSS.RL.5.1

CCSS.RL.5.4

Front

What does it mean to analyze a text?

Back

Analyzing a text involves examining its components, such as structure, themes, and language, to understand its deeper meaning.

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CCSS.RF.5.3A

CCSS.RF.5.4A

CCSS.RF.5.4B

CCSS.RF.5.4C

CCSS.RI.6.10