Text Evidence

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What is text evidence?

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Text evidence refers to specific details or examples from a text that support an idea, argument, or conclusion.

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Why is text evidence important in reading comprehension?

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Text evidence is important because it helps readers support their interpretations and understandings of the text.

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What are context clues?

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Context clues are words or sentences that come before and after a word that help readers figure out the meaning of unknown words.

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How can you identify the setting in a story?

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The setting can be identified by looking for descriptions of the time and place where the story occurs.

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What does it mean to infer?

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To infer means to make an educated guess or conclusion based on evidence and reasoning rather than from explicit statements.

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What is a character's mood?

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A character's mood refers to their emotional state or feelings at a particular time in the story.

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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 cannot be proven.

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What is a main idea?

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

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What are supporting details?

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

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How do you determine the author's purpose?

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You can determine the author's purpose by analyzing the text to see if it is meant to inform, entertain, persuade, or express feelings.