Reading Comprehension

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What is reading comprehension?

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Reading comprehension is the ability to understand, interpret, and analyze written text.

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What does it mean to 'pay heed' to something?

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To 'pay heed' means to notice or pay attention to something.

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Why is it important to use descriptive words in writing?

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Descriptive words help convey emotions and create vivid images in the reader's mind.

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What is the main idea of a text?

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The main idea is the central point or message that the author wants to communicate.

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What are supporting details?

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

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What does it mean to infer information from a text?

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

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What is a summary?

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A summary is a brief statement that captures the main points of a text.

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What is the purpose of asking questions while reading?

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Asking questions helps improve understanding and engagement with the text.

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What is a character in a story?

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

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What is the setting of a story?

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