reading comprehension

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What is a theme in a story?

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The theme is the author's message or the big idea that the story conveys.

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What does 'main idea' mean?

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The main idea is the most important point or concept that the text is trying to communicate.

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What is an example of a universal theme?

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Love, friendship, and courage are examples of universal themes that can be found in many stories.

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What does it mean to infer?

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To infer means to make a guess or conclusion based on clues in the text.

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What is a character in a story?

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A character is a person, animal, or figure in a story that plays a role in the plot.

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What is the setting of a story?

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The setting is where and when the story takes place.

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What is a plot?

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The plot is the sequence of events that make up a story.

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What is a summary?

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A summary is a brief retelling of the main points of a text.

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What does it mean to visualize while reading?

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To visualize means to create a mental image of the scenes, characters, and events in a story.

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What is a supporting detail?

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Supporting details are facts or examples that help explain or support the main idea.