Reading Comprehension

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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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What does it mean to describe a character?

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To describe a character means to explain their traits, feelings, and actions in a story.

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What is the main idea of 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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What is a theme in literature?

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A theme is the underlying message or lesson that can be learned from a story.

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What does it mean to make inferences while reading?

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Making inferences means using clues from the text and your own knowledge to understand something that is not directly stated.

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What is the difference between first person and third person point of view?

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First person uses 'I' or 'we' and tells the story from the narrator's perspective, while third person uses 'he', 'she', or 'they' and tells the story from an outside perspective.

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What is a character's motivation?

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A character's motivation is the reason behind their actions and decisions in a story.

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What does it mean to summarize a text?

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To summarize a text means to give a brief overview of the main points or events in your own words.

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What is a plot in a story?

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The plot is the sequence of events that make up the story, including the conflict and resolution.

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What is a setting in literature?

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The setting is the time and place where a story takes place.