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 in reading?

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To infer means to make an educated guess or conclusion 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 concept that the author wants to convey to the reader.

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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 presents the main points of a text in a concise form.

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What is the purpose of context clues?

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Context clues are hints or information within a text that help readers understand the meaning of unfamiliar words.

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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 derived from a story or 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, language, and meaning, to understand it better.

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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 or narrative.

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What is the difference between fiction and non-fiction?

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Fiction is a narrative that is created from the imagination, while non-fiction is based on real events and facts.