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What are the elements of a text that contribute to its overall meaning?

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Main idea, setting, characters, plot, and solution

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What is meant by 'solution' in a story?

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The solution is how the characters resolve the main problem or conflict in the story.

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How can you identify the main idea of a paragraph?

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The main idea can often be found in the topic sentence or is implied through supporting details.

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Example of a setting in a story: the ocean, the woods, a busy city street, outer space

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the woods

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What role does the setting play in a story?

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The setting provides context for the characters' actions and influences the plot.

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Theme in literature

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

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What is a character's motivation?

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A character's motivation is the reason behind their actions and decisions in the story.

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How can context clues help in understanding a text?

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They are hints within the text that help readers infer meanings of unfamiliar words or concepts.

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What is the difference between a character and a setting?

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A character is a person or being in a story, while the setting is the time and place where the story occurs.

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What can you infer about a character's destination if they pack a swimming suit, towel, and beach ball?

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The character is most likely going to the beach.