Reading Comprehension

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What is the main idea of a text?

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

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What does it mean to visualize while reading?

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Visualizing is creating mental images or pictures in your mind based on the text.

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What is determining importance in reading?

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Determining importance involves identifying the key points or main ideas in a text.

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What does the word 'stretches' mean in the context of 'Long stretches of sand'?

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In this context, 'stretches' means unbroken areas.

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What is the purpose of inferring while reading?

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Inferring is using clues from the text and your own knowledge to understand deeper meanings.

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What is a supporting detail?

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Supporting details are pieces of information that help explain or back up the main idea.

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What is the difference between fact and opinion?

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A fact is a statement that can be proven true, while an opinion is a personal belief or judgment.

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What is summarizing?

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Summarizing is briefly restating the main ideas of a text in your own words.

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What does it mean to make connections while reading?

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Making connections involves relating the text to your own experiences, other texts, or the world.

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What is a theme in literature?

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A theme is the underlying message or lesson that the author conveys through the story.