Middle School ELA State Test Prep Tennessee

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Supporting Details

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Facts, examples, reasons, or descriptions that support the central idea.

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Infer

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To read between the lines and understand implied meanings.

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Resolution

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The place in a story where the conflict is resolved and loose ends are tied up.

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Annotate

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Making notes while reading to enhance understanding.

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Explain

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To tell how something works or to clarify a concept.

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Central Idea

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The main point or message that the author wants to convey.

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Theme

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The underlying message or lesson of a literary work.

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Characterization

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The process by which the author reveals the personality of a character.

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Plot

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The sequence of events in a story, including the conflict and resolution.

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Context Clues

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Hints or information within the text that help to understand the meaning of unfamiliar words.