Reading Comprehension 4th Grade STAAR

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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 the term 'context' mean in reading?

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Context refers to the words, phrases, and sentences surrounding a particular word or passage that help clarify its meaning.

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What is the purpose of a dictionary?

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A dictionary provides definitions, pronunciations, and usage of words.

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What does it mean to infer information from a text?

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To infer 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 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 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 is a summary?

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A summary is a brief statement that captures the main points of a text.

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What does it mean to analyze a text?

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To analyze a text means to examine its components, such as structure, themes, and language, to understand its meaning.

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What is a character in a story?

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A character is a person, animal, or figure represented in a story.

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What is the setting of a story?

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The setting is the time and place in which the story occurs.