ACAP ELA

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What is an inference?

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A conclusion based on evidence.

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What is a thesis statement?

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A sentence that summarizes the main point or claim of an essay.

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What does 'predict' mean?

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To tell or imagine what will happen next.

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What does 'infer' mean?

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To draw a conclusion based on the information given or to 'read between the lines'.

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What does 'characterize' mean?

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To explain how someone's actions and words describe them.

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What is the purpose of a thesis statement in an essay?

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To provide a clear argument or position that the writer will support throughout the essay.

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What is the difference between 'predict' and 'infer'?

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'Predict' is to guess what will happen next, while 'infer' is to draw conclusions based on evidence.

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What is a supporting detail?

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Information that supports or explains the main idea.

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What is the main idea of a text?

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The central point or message that the author wants to convey.

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What does it mean to summarize a text?

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To give a brief statement of the main points of the text.