Reading Comprehension Nov 22, 2024

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What is an earthquake?

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An earthquake is the shaking of the surface of the Earth resulting from a sudden release of energy in the Earth's lithosphere that creates seismic waves.

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Why are earthquakes dangerous?

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Earthquakes can cause significant damage, destroying houses, bridges, and other structures.

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What does it mean to infer something from a text?

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To infer means to make a conclusion based on evidence and reasoning rather than from explicit statements.

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What is a theme in a story?

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The theme is the central topic, subject, or message within a narrative.

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What does 'dispute' mean?

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A dispute is a disagreement or argument.

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What is the main idea of a text?

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The main idea is the primary point or concept that the author wants to convey.

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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 does it mean to compare and contrast?

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To compare means to identify similarities, while to contrast means to identify differences.

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What is a summary?

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

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What is the purpose of a conclusion in a story?

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The conclusion wraps up the story and provides closure to the narrative.