NJSLA Prep

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What is inference in reading comprehension?

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Inference is the process of drawing conclusions based on evidence and reasoning rather than from explicit statements.

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What does it mean to identify the main idea of a text?

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Identifying the main idea means determining the central point or message that the author is trying to convey.

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What is the purpose of supporting details in a text?

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Supporting details provide evidence, examples, or explanations that reinforce the main idea.

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How can emotions of characters be identified in a story?

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Emotions can be identified through descriptive language, actions, dialogue, and reactions of characters.

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What is the significance of context clues in understanding a text?

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Context clues are hints or information within the text that help readers understand the meaning of unfamiliar words or phrases.

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What does it mean to summarize a text?

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Summarizing means to briefly restate the main ideas and key details of a text in your own words.

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What is the role of a conclusion in a story?

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The conclusion wraps up the narrative, resolving conflicts and providing closure to the story.

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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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How can you tell if a character has changed throughout a story?

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A character has changed if their thoughts, feelings, or behaviors differ from how they were at the beginning of the story.

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What is the difference between fact and opinion?

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A fact is a statement that can be proven true or false, while an opinion is a personal belief or judgment that cannot be proven.