Making Connections

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What is a text-to-text connection?

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A text-to-text connection is when a reader relates events or themes in one text to those in another text or book.

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What is a text-to-self connection?

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A text-to-self connection is when a reader relates events or themes in a story to their own personal experiences.

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What is a text-to-world connection?

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A text-to-world connection is when a reader relates events or themes in a story to real-world events or issues.

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When a story reminds you of a personal experience, what type of connection is this?

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This is a text-to-self connection.

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When you read a story about friendship and it reminds you of your own friendships, what type of connection is this?

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This is a text-to-self connection.

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If a book you read reminds you of another book with a similar theme, what type of connection is this?

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This is a text-to-text connection.

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What type of connection is made when a character's journey in a story is similar to a movie you watched?

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This is a text-to-text connection.

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What does it mean to make a connection while reading?

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Making a connection while reading means relating the content of the text to other texts, personal experiences, or real-world events.

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Why are connections important in reading comprehension?

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Connections help readers understand and engage with the text more deeply, making the reading experience more meaningful.

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What is an example of a text-to-world connection?

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An example of a text-to-world connection is relating a story about climate change to current environmental issues in the news.