Reading Comprehension

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What is reading comprehension?

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Reading comprehension is the ability to understand, interpret, and analyze written text.

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What does it mean to infer information from a text?

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To infer information means to draw conclusions based on evidence and reasoning rather than from explicit statements.

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What is the main idea of a story?

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The main idea is the central point or message that the author wants to convey in the 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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What does it mean to summarize a text?

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To summarize a text means to give a brief overview of the main points and key details in your own words.

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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.

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What is the setting of a story?

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The setting is the time and place where the story occurs.

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What is a plot?

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The plot is the sequence of events that make up a story, including the conflict and resolution.

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What does it mean to identify the author's purpose?

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Identifying the author's purpose means understanding why the author wrote the text, such as to inform, entertain, or persuade.

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What is a theme in literature?

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A theme is the underlying message or lesson that can be learned from a story.