Reading Comprehension Flashcard

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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 a summary?

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A summary is a brief statement that presents the main ideas of a text in a concise form.

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What does it mean to support an idea with evidence?

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Supporting an idea with evidence means providing specific information or examples from the text that back up the claim.

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What is the central idea of a passage?

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

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What is the purpose of a detail in a text?

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Details provide specific information that helps to explain, clarify, or support the main idea.

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What is an inference?

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An inference is a conclusion drawn from evidence and reasoning rather than from explicit statements in the text.

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What is the difference between a fact and an 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 is subjective.

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What is context in reading comprehension?

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

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What is a theme in literature?

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A theme is the underlying message or main idea that recurs throughout a literary work.

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What is the role of the main character in a story?

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The main character is the central figure around whom the story revolves, often facing challenges and undergoing change.