Context Clues ~ Reading Comprehension

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What are context clues?

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Context clues are hints or information within a text that help readers understand the meaning of unfamiliar words or phrases.

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Why are context clues important in reading comprehension?

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Context clues help readers infer meanings, enhance understanding, and improve overall comprehension of the text.

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What is 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 piece of writing.

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How can you identify the main idea in a paragraph?

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Look for the topic sentence, which often summarizes the main point, and consider supporting details that reinforce it.

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What is a supporting detail?

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Supporting details are facts, examples, or descriptions that help explain or reinforce the main idea.

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What does it mean to infer information from a text?

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To infer means to draw conclusions or make educated guesses based on evidence and reasoning from the text.

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What is a synonym for the word 'pedestrian'?

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A synonym for 'pedestrian' is 'walker' or 'foot traveler'.

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What is the purpose of a summary?

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A summary condenses the main ideas and key details of a text into a shorter form, capturing the essence of the original content.

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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 that cannot be proven.

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How can you determine the meaning of an unfamiliar word using context clues?

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Look for surrounding words or phrases that provide hints about the word's meaning, such as definitions, examples, or antonyms.