Reading Comprehension

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What does 'parched' mean?

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Thirsty.

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What is the main idea of a text?

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The central point or message that the author wants to convey.

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What can floods cause?

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Tremendous damage to houses, roads, and buildings.

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What does it mean to be 'attractive'?

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To be pretty or pleasing in appearance.

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What is a supporting detail in a text?

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A piece of information that helps explain or support the main idea.

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What is the purpose of a conclusion in a text?

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To summarize the main points and provide closure.

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What does 'exhausted' mean?

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Very tired.

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How can you identify the main idea of a paragraph?

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Look for the sentence that summarizes the key point or theme.

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What is an inference?

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A conclusion drawn from evidence and reasoning rather than from explicit statements.

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What does 'context' refer to in reading comprehension?

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The circumstances or background information surrounding a text that helps in understanding it.