Paraphrasing practice

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What does it mean to paraphrase?

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To paraphrase means to restate something in your own words while keeping the original meaning.

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Why is paraphrasing important in reading comprehension?

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Paraphrasing helps to ensure understanding of the text and allows the reader to express the ideas in their own words.

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What is a controlling idea in a passage?

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A controlling idea is the main point or argument that the author is trying to convey in a text.

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How can you identify the main idea of a paragraph?

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Look for the topic sentence, which usually contains the main idea, and see how the supporting details relate to it.

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What does it mean to infer meaning from a text?

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To infer meaning means to draw conclusions based on evidence and reasoning rather than from explicit statements.

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What is the difference between a fact and an opinion?

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A fact is a statement that can be proven true or false, while an opinion is a personal belief or judgment that is subjective.

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How can context clues help in understanding a word?

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Context clues are hints found within a sentence or paragraph that help to deduce the meaning of an unfamiliar word.

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What is the purpose of summarizing a text?

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Summarizing condenses the main ideas of a text into a shorter form, making it easier to understand and remember.

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What is a supporting detail?

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

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How do transitions help in writing?

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Transitions are words or phrases that connect ideas and help the reader follow the flow of the text.