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 information from a text?

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To infer information 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 in your own words.

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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 the purpose of a conclusion in a text?

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The conclusion summarizes the main points and provides closure to the reader.

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What is a theme in literature?

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A theme is the underlying message or insight about life that the author conveys through the story.

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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 does it mean to visualize while reading?

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Visualizing means creating mental images of the scenes, characters, and events described in the text.