Reading EOC Study Guide

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What does it mean to infer when reading a text?

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Using clues from the text to make a reasonable assumption about something that is not said directly.

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What is the central idea of a text?

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A single sentence describing the most important details of the text.

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What is text evidence?

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Supporting your analysis of a text using the text itself as proof/evidence.

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What is a signal word for the description text structure?

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Features.

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What is a direct quote?

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Text evidence that repeats the text exactly, word for word.

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What is the purpose of making inferences while reading?

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To understand deeper meanings and implications that are not explicitly stated.

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How can you identify the central idea in a text?

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Look for repeated themes or statements that summarize the main point.

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Why is text evidence important in writing?

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It supports claims and arguments with concrete examples from the text.

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What are some examples of signal words for comparison?

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Similar, alike, both.

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What is the difference between a summary and a central idea?

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A summary is a brief overview of the text, while the central idea is the main point or message.