Main Idea

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What is the main idea of a text?

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The main idea is the most important point or message that the author wants to convey.

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What does it mean to infer?

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To infer means to make a guess or conclusion based on clues or evidence in the text.

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What is a supporting detail?

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Supporting details are facts, examples, or descriptions that help explain or support the main idea.

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What is the purpose of a conclusion in a story?

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The conclusion wraps up the story and often provides a final thought or lesson.

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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 that plays a role in the events.

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What does it mean to summarize?

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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 a setting in a story?

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

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What is a theme in literature?

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A theme is the central idea or message that runs throughout a story.

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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 visualize while reading?

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To visualize means to create a mental image of the scenes, characters, and events in a story.