Reading Comprehension Flashcard

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What is a glossary?

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A glossary is a list of words and their meanings, often found at the end of a book.

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What is conflict in a story?

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Conflict is the problem or struggle that the characters face in a story.

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What is the main problem in a story?

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The main problem is the central issue that the characters must resolve.

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What does chronological order mean?

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Chronological order is the arrangement of events in the order they happen.

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What is a setting in a story?

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The setting is the time and place where a story occurs.

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What is a character in a story?

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A character is a person, animal, or figure in a story.

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What is a theme in literature?

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A theme is the main idea or message that the author wants to convey.

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What is a plot?

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

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What does it mean to summarize a text?

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To summarize means to give a brief statement of the main points of a text.

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What is an inference?

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An inference is a conclusion drawn from evidence and reasoning rather than from explicit statements.