Comprehension

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What does it mean to infer?

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To use clues and what you already know to come up with an idea.

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What can you infer about someone who doesn't like being around many people?

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They are likely shy.

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What is the main idea of a story?

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The central point or theme that the story is about.

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What is the author's purpose in a story?

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The reason why the author wrote the story, such as to entertain, inform, or persuade.

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What can you infer if a character is anxious about trying something new?

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They may be nervous but also prepared.

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What does it mean to summarize a story?

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To give a brief overview of the main points or events.

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What is a detail in a story?

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A specific piece of information that supports the main idea.

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What does it mean to predict in reading?

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To make an educated guess about what will happen next in the story.

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What is a character in a story?

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A person, animal, or figure that plays a role in the narrative.

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What does it mean to visualize while reading?

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To create mental images of the scenes and characters in the story.