Test Prep Vocabulary

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What does the word 'scene' mean?

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A section of a text that contributes to the overall plot.

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What is a 'claim'?

Back

An idea or statement about a topic.

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What does the word 'convey' mean?

Back

To show or express something in the text.

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What does 'interpret' mean in reading comprehension?

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To explain the meaning of the text.

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What is the primary purpose of 'summarizing' a text?

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To condense the main ideas into a shorter form.

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What does 'analyze' mean?

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To examine the components of a text to understand its meaning.

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What is a 'theme'?

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The central idea or message in a text.

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What does 'context' refer to?

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The circumstances or background information surrounding a text.

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What is a 'metaphor'?

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A figure of speech that compares two unlike things without using 'like' or 'as'.

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What does 'persuade' mean?

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To convince someone to believe or do something.