Reading Comprehension Flashcard

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What is an 'antonym'?

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A word that means the opposite of another word.

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What is the difference between 'opinion' and 'fact'?

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An opinion is what someone thinks; a fact is a true statement that can be proven.

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What does the term 'primary source' refer to?

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A work that gives original information.

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What is the 'author's purpose'?

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The reason the author wrote the story.

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What is the term used to describe the conflict that characters are trying to find a solution to in a story?

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Problem.

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What is a 'synonym'?

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A word that means the same as another word.

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What is a 'theme' in a story?

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The main idea or message of the story.

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What does 'setting' refer to in a story?

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The time and place where the story occurs.

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What is a 'character' in literature?

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A person, animal, or figure in a story.

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What is 'plot'?

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The sequence of events that make up a story.