Reading Comprehension and Vocabulary Strategies Flashcard

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What does 'anxious' mean in the context of students waiting in homeroom?

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Feeling worried or eager about something that is about to happen.

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What is the significance of a character scowling in a story?

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It often indicates disapproval, anger, or a strong emotional reaction.

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Who is Michael in the context of the story?

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A character who expresses his feelings through dialogue.

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What does it mean to give an example of a person in a conversation?

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To reference someone to illustrate a point or idea.

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What does the phrase 'the rosebuds of shame on his face became bouquets of love' suggest?

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It indicates a transformation of feelings from embarrassment to happiness.

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What is the purpose of reading comprehension questions?

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To assess understanding of the text and the ability to interpret its meaning.

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How can context clues help in understanding vocabulary?

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They provide hints or information surrounding a word that can help deduce its meaning.

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What is the role of dialogue in a story?

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To reveal character emotions, relationships, and advance the plot.

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Why is it important to identify the main idea of a paragraph?

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It helps in understanding the overall message and purpose of the text.

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What does it mean to infer information from a text?

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To draw conclusions based on evidence and reasoning rather than explicit statements.