Reading Skills

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What does it mean to state what you're confused about in reading?

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It means to express your confusion or uncertainty regarding a part of the text.

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What is the author's purpose if they are trying to entertain the reader?

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The author's purpose is to entertain.

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What does the reading skill 'connect' mean?

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It means relating information to something you know.

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What phrase indicates a connection in reading?

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'This reminds me of......' indicates a connection.

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What is the author's purpose if they are trying to inform the reader?

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The author's purpose is to inform.

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What is the big idea in a text?

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

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What does it mean to visualize while reading?

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It means to see a picture in your mind of what you are reading.

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What is a summary in reading?

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

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What does it mean to make a prediction in reading?

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It means to make a guess about what will happen next in the story.

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What is the purpose of asking questions while reading?

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To clarify understanding and engage with the text.