Reading Comprehension (Stodolak/ RTI)

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What is Reading Comprehension?

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Reading comprehension is the ability to understand, interpret, and analyze written text.

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Why is Reading Comprehension important?

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It helps students understand what they read, improves their vocabulary, and enhances critical thinking skills.

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What are the main components of Reading Comprehension?

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The main components include decoding, vocabulary knowledge, and the ability to make inferences.

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What does it mean to make an inference while reading?

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Making an inference means drawing a conclusion based on evidence and reasoning rather than from explicit statements in the text.

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What is a main idea in a text?

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

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How can you identify the main idea of a paragraph?

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Look for the topic sentence, which often contains the main idea, and consider supporting details.

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What are supporting details?

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Supporting details are facts, examples, or descriptions that help explain or elaborate on the main idea.

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What is summarizing?

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Summarizing is the process of briefly restating the main ideas and key details of a text in your own words.

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What is the difference between fiction and non-fiction?

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Fiction is a narrative that is created from the imagination, while non-fiction is based on real events and facts.

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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.