Reading SOL Review

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What is the main idea?

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The main idea is the central point or message of a text.

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What is a supporting detail?

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A supporting detail is a piece of information that helps to explain or reinforce the main idea.

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What does it mean to summarize a text?

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

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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 fact?

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A fact is a statement that can be proven true or false.

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How can you identify the main idea in a paragraph?

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Look for the sentence that expresses the most important point or the overall message.

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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 a final thought or reflection.

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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.

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What is a theme in literature?

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A theme is the underlying message or the big idea of a story.

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What does it mean to infer?

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To infer means to make a logical guess based on evidence and reasoning.