Reading & Test Testing Strategies

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What does it mean to PREDICT while reading?

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To use text evidence and what makes sense to happen NEXT.

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What type of text is meant to explain or inform the reader about a topic?

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Non-fiction.

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What does the Main Idea tell readers?

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What the selection is mostly about.

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What should you do after reading the title of a test selection or passage?

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Think about what the story might be about.

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What is 'evidence from the selection' also known as?

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Text proof.

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What is the purpose of making predictions while reading?

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To anticipate what will happen next based on clues in the text.

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What is the difference between fiction and non-fiction?

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Fiction is made-up stories, while non-fiction is based on real facts and information.

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Why is identifying the Main Idea important?

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It helps you understand the overall message of the text.

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What can you do to improve your understanding of a text?

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Ask questions and make connections to what you already know.

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What is a supporting detail?

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Information that explains or adds to the Main Idea.