Reading Comprehension

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What is reading comprehension?

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Reading comprehension is the ability to understand and make meaning from what you read.

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What does it mean to 'infer' while reading?

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To infer means to make a guess or conclusion based on clues in the text.

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What is a 'main idea' in a story?

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The main idea is the most important point or message that the author wants to share.

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What are 'details' in a text?

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Details are pieces of information that support the main idea.

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What does 'predict' mean in reading?

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To predict means to guess what will happen next in a story.

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What is a 'character' in a story?

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A character is a person, animal, or figure in a story.

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What is a 'setting' in a story?

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The setting is where and when the story takes place.

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What does 'summarize' mean?

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To summarize means to tell the main points of a story in your own words.

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What is a 'question' in reading?

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A question is something you ask to get more information about the text.

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What does 'context' mean in reading?

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Context is the words and sentences around a word that help you understand its meaning.