Reading Comprehension 4th Grade STAAR

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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 identify the main idea of a paragraph?

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Identifying the main idea means recognizing the central point or message that the author is conveying in that paragraph.

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What is a supporting detail?

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

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What is the purpose of asking questions while reading?

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Asking questions while reading helps to engage with the text, clarify understanding, and enhance retention of information.

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What does it mean to infer information from a text?

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Inferring means drawing conclusions or making educated guesses based on the information provided in the text and prior knowledge.

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What is the difference between fact and 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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What is context clues?

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Context clues are hints or information within the text that help readers understand the meaning of unfamiliar words.

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What is the significance of the author's purpose?

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The author's purpose is the reason why the author wrote the text, which can be to inform, entertain, persuade, or express feelings.

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What does it mean to summarize a text?

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Summarizing means providing a brief overview of the main points and key details of a text in your own words.

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What is a theme in literature?

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A theme is the underlying message or central idea that the author explores throughout the text.