Understanding Text Through Questions

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What is the main idea of a story?

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The most important point the author wants to convey.

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How can you find the main character in a story?

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Look for the character mentioned most often.

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What is a theme in a story?

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The lesson or message that the story teaches.

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What might make a character feel sad in a story?

Back

They lost their favorite toy.

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What question helps you understand a character's actions?

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What did the character do and why?

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What is a setting in a story?

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The time and place where the story happens.

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What is a plot in a story?

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The sequence of events that make up the story.

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What does it mean to summarize a story?

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To give a brief overview of the main points.

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What is a character in a story?

Back

A person, animal, or figure that takes part in the story.

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What is a conflict in a story?

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A struggle between opposing forces that drives the story.