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.

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What does it mean to infer information from a text?

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To infer means to make a conclusion based on evidence and reasoning rather than from explicit statements.

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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 punctuation in writing?

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Punctuation helps clarify meaning and indicates pauses or stops in sentences.

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What is a complete sentence?

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A complete sentence has a subject and a verb and expresses a complete thought.

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What is a character in a story?

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

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What does it mean to summarize a text?

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To summarize means to give a brief statement of the main points of a text.

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What is a genre in literature?

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A genre is a category of literature that shares similar characteristics, such as fiction, non-fiction, poetry, etc.

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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 or false, while an opinion is a personal belief or judgment.

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What is the setting of a story?

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The setting is the time and place where the story takes place.