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 make an inference while reading?

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Making an inference means drawing a conclusion based on evidence and reasoning rather than from explicit statements in the text.

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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.

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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 occurs.

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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 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 or ideas.

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What is a plot in a story?

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The plot is the sequence of events that make up a story.

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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 is a conflict in a story?

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A conflict is a struggle between opposing forces, which drives the plot.

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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.