Implicit and Explicit Flashcard

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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, often summarizing what the story is about.

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What does 'explicit' mean in reading comprehension?

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Explicit means that the information is clearly stated in the text, leaving no room for interpretation.

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What does 'implicit' mean in reading comprehension?

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Implicit means that the information is suggested or implied in the text, requiring the reader to infer the meaning.

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What is an example of an explicit question?

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An explicit question is one that can be directly answered with information found in the text, such as 'What did Maggie do before leaving for school?'

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What is an example of an implicit question?

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An implicit question requires the reader to think beyond the text, such as 'Why do you think Amber wants a new phone?'

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How can you identify the main idea of a paragraph?

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Look for the topic sentence or the sentence that summarizes the key point of the paragraph.

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What is the difference between explicit and implicit details?

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Explicit details are directly stated in the text, while implicit details are suggested and require interpretation.

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Why is it important to understand implicit meanings in a text?

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Understanding implicit meanings helps readers to grasp deeper themes and messages that are not directly stated.

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What type of questions help in understanding explicit information?

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Questions that ask for specific facts or details from the text help in understanding explicit information.

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What type of questions help in understanding implicit information?

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Questions that ask for opinions, inferences, or interpretations help in understanding implicit information.