4th Grade Reading Comprehension Flashcard

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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 summarize a story?

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To summarize a story means to give a brief overview of the main points or events in the story.

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What is a character in a story?

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A character is a person, animal, or figure represented 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 does it mean to infer information from a text?

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To infer information means to draw conclusions based on evidence and reasoning rather than from explicit statements.

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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 a story, including the conflict and resolution.

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What is a setting in a story?

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The setting is the time and place where the story occurs.

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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 analyze a character?

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To analyze a character means to examine their traits, motivations, and development throughout the story.

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What is a conflict in a story?

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A conflict is a struggle between opposing forces, which drives the plot of the story.