Reading Comprehension Review

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How does an author's perspective influence a text?

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It shapes the way the information is presented.

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What is a characteristic of a primary source?

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It provides firsthand accounts or original data.

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What is the main idea of a text?

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The central point or argument.

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What is a rhetorical device?

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A technique used to persuade or impact the audience.

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What does the term 'text structure' refer to?

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The way an author organizes information.

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What is reading comprehension?

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The ability to understand, interpret, and analyze written text.

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What is the difference between a primary and secondary source?

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A primary source is original material, while a secondary source interprets or analyzes primary sources.

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What is an author's purpose?

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The reason an author writes a text, such as to inform, persuade, or entertain.

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What are context clues?

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Hints or information within a text that help readers understand the meaning of unfamiliar words.

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What is inference in reading?

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