Benchmark 1: Reading Comprehension

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What is the main idea of a text?

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

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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 statement of the main points or ideas.

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What is a supporting detail?

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

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What is the purpose of reading comprehension?

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The purpose of reading comprehension is to understand, interpret, and analyze what is read.

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What is an inference?

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An inference is a conclusion reached based on evidence and reasoning rather than from explicit statements.

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What does it mean to identify the main idea?

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Identifying the main idea means recognizing the central point or theme of a passage.

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What is a text feature?

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Text features are elements such as headings, subheadings, captions, and bold text that help organize and highlight important information.

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What is a question that helps with comprehension?

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A question that helps with comprehension is one that prompts the reader to think critically about the text, such as 'What is the author's purpose?'

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What is a conclusion in reading?

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A conclusion in reading is a judgment or decision reached after considering the information presented in the text.

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What does it mean to visualize while reading?

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Visualizing while reading means creating mental images of the scenes, characters, and events described in the text.