Reading Comprehension

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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.

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What does it mean to volunteer?

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To volunteer means to do work without being paid.

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What are taste buds?

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Taste buds are sensory organs on the tongue that allow us to taste different flavors.

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What is a synonym for 'persuade'?

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Convince.

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What is matter?

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Matter is anything that has mass and takes up space.

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What is an element?

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An element is a pure substance made of only one kind of atom.

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What is an atom?

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An atom is the smallest unit of an element that retains the properties of that element.

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What is the purpose of reading comprehension?

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The purpose of reading comprehension is to understand and interpret the meaning of written texts.

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What is a supporting detail?

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A supporting detail is information that explains, proves, or enhances the main idea.

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What does it mean to summarize a text?

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To summarize a text means to give a brief statement of the main points.