Reading Comprehension

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

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

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What is a volunteer?

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A volunteer is someone who does work without being paid.

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What is reading comprehension?

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

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What is the purpose of supporting details in a text?

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

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How can you identify the main idea of a paragraph?

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

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What does it mean to infer information from a text?

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

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What is a summary?

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

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What is the difference between fact and opinion?

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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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What is context in reading?

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

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What does it mean to analyze a text?

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