reading comprehension

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What does it mean to infer?

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To infer means to look for clues in the story and use your knowledge to understand something that is not directly stated.

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What is the main idea of a text?

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

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What is a theme in a story?

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The theme is the underlying message or lesson that the author wants to communicate through the story.

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What are clues in reading comprehension?

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Clues are hints or pieces of information in the text that help readers understand the story better.

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What should you do when you can't find the theme directly stated?

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You should infer the theme by looking for clues and understanding the overall message of the story.

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What can floods cause?

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Floods can cause tremendous damage, ruin houses, roads, and buildings, and lead to mudslides.

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What is an example of a prediction in reading?

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A prediction is a guess about what will happen next in the story based on clues from the text.

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What does it mean to summarize a text?

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

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What is the purpose of asking questions while reading?

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Asking questions helps readers engage with the text and understand it better.

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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.