Explicit VS Implicit Information

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What is explicit information?

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Explicit information is clearly stated and directly expressed in the text. It is information that can be easily identified and understood without needing to infer or interpret.

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What is implicit information?

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Implicit information is not directly stated in the text but can be inferred or understood through context and clues. It requires the reader to read between the lines.

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Give an example of explicit information from a story.

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An example of explicit information is: 'The cat sat on the mat.' This statement clearly tells us what is happening.

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Give an example of implicit information from a story.

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An example of implicit information is: 'She shivered as she stepped outside.' This implies that it is cold outside, even though the word 'cold' is not mentioned.

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Why is understanding explicit information important?

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Understanding explicit information is important because it helps readers grasp the main ideas and facts presented in a text.

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Why is understanding implicit information important?

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Understanding implicit information is important because it allows readers to make inferences and understand deeper meanings in a text.

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What can you infer if a character is described as 'sweating and looking for shade'?

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You can infer that the weather is hot, even if it is not explicitly stated.

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What does it mean to 'read between the lines'?

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To 'read between the lines' means to look for deeper meanings or implications that are not directly stated in the text.

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How can context clues help in understanding implicit information?

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Context clues are hints or suggestions in the text that help readers infer meanings or understand the situation better.

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What is a key difference between explicit and implicit information?

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A key difference is that explicit information is directly stated, while implicit information requires interpretation and inference.