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 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 in the text.

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What is a synonym for 'explain'?

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Clarify.

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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 convey.

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What does 'context' refer to in reading?

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Context refers to the circumstances or background information surrounding a text that helps to understand its meaning.

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What is a detail in a story?

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A detail is a specific piece of information that supports the main idea or helps to develop the story.

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What does it mean to summarize a text?

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To summarize means to give a brief statement of the main points of a 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 purpose of a conclusion in a text?

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The conclusion summarizes the main points and provides closure to the text.

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What does 'persuade' mean?

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To persuade means to convince someone to do or believe something.