ELA Prep Flashcard

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What does it mean to summarize a text?

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To give a brief overview of the main points of a story.

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What does it mean to contrast?

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To tell how things are different.

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What should you do when the directions say to choose an answer?

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Read every possible answer carefully; the best one could be the last.

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Which word ends with the same sound as 'tough'?

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Cuff.

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What should you do while reading a text?

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Write down important notes.

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What is a synonym for 'summarize'?

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Condense.

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What is the opposite of 'contrast'?

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Compare.

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What does 'read between the lines' mean?

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To understand the deeper meaning or implications of a text.

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What is the purpose of taking notes while reading?

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To capture important information and ideas for later reference.

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What does it mean to 'skim' a text?

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To read quickly to get a general idea of the content.