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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Why are earthquakes dangerous?

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Earthquakes can destroy houses, bridges, railroad tracks, and other structures.

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What does 'pays heed' mean?

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'Pays heed' means to notice or pay attention to something.

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How can you describe Tim's feelings in the passage?

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Tim feels sad about moving but is hopeful about going to California.

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What should Sue probably do before leaving the house in the rain?

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Sue should pick up her umbrella.

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What makes a rumbling sound in the poem?

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The skates make a rumbling sound.

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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 supporting detail?

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

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What does it mean to infer?

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To infer means to make a logical conclusion based on evidence and reasoning.

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What is a summary?

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A summary is a brief statement that gives the main points of a text.