Implicit Vs. Explicit

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What is implicit information?

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Information that is suggested or inferred but not directly stated.

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What is explicit information?

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Information that is clearly stated in the text.

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Give an example of implicit information from a story.

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A character's actions suggest they are dedicated, even if it's not directly stated.

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Give an example of explicit information from a story.

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The text states that a character is an artist.

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What does it mean when an answer is obvious in the text?

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It means the information is directly provided without needing interpretation.

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What is the difference between implicit and explicit information?

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Implicit information requires inference; explicit information is directly stated.

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How can you identify explicit information in a text?

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Look for statements that are clearly written and easy to find.

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How can you identify implicit information in a text?

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Look for clues or hints that suggest meaning beyond the words.

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What is an example of a question that requires understanding implicit information?

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Why did the character choose to stay late at practice?

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What is an example of a question that requires understanding explicit information?

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What time did the character's alarm clock read?