Mixed Reading Skills

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What is the central idea of a text?

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The central idea is the main point or message that the author wants to convey in a text.

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What is an opinion?

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An opinion is a personal belief or judgment that is not based on proof or certainty.

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What is a cause in a cause-and-effect relationship?

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A cause is an event or action that leads to a particular outcome or effect.

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What can you infer from a text?

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To infer means to make a logical conclusion based on evidence and reasoning from the text.

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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 that cannot be proven.

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What does it mean to pay attention in class?

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Paying attention means focusing on the teacher and the lesson being taught, actively engaging with the material.

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What is the purpose of using context clues in reading?

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Context clues help readers understand the meaning of unfamiliar words or phrases by using surrounding text.

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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 role of a character in a story?

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A character is a person, animal, or figure represented in a story, playing a role in the plot.

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What is a theme in literature?

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A theme is the underlying message or main idea that the author explores in a literary work.