Reading Comprehension Flashcard

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What is a metaphor?

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A metaphor is a figure of speech that compares two different things by saying one is the other, without using 'like' or 'as'. For example, 'Time is a thief.'

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What does 'towering' mean?

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In the context of the sentence, 'towering' means very tall or high, like a huge wall of rock.

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What is the central idea of a text?

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The central idea is the main point or message that the author wants to convey in the text.

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What does 'treat' mean in the context of food?

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In this context, 'treat' means a snack or something special to eat.

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What is hyperbole?

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Hyperbole is an exaggerated statement that is not meant to be taken literally, used for emphasis or effect. For example, 'I'm so hungry I could eat a horse.'

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What is the purpose of reading comprehension?

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The purpose of reading comprehension is to understand and interpret the meaning of the text.

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What is an example of a simile?

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A simile is a figure of speech that compares two different things using 'like' or 'as'. For example, 'Her smile was as bright as the sun.'

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What does it mean to infer?

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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 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 not based on proof.

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What is context in reading?

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Context refers to the words, sentences, or paragraphs that surround a particular word or passage, helping to clarify its meaning.