Reading Comprehension Remediation

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What is alliteration?

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Alliteration is a figure of speech where the same sound or letter at the beginning of closely connected words is repeated. Example: 'Sally sells seashells by the seashore.'

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What is a simile?

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A simile is a figure of speech that compares two different things using the words 'like' or 'as'. Example: 'The room was as cold as ice.'

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What is imagery in literature?

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Imagery is a literary device that uses descriptive language to create vivid pictures in the reader's mind. Example: 'The sharp, intimidating peaks of the mountains.'

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What does the word 'meandered' mean?

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'Meandered' means to wander aimlessly or without a fixed course. It suggests a slow and relaxed pace.

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What is personification?

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Personification is a figure of speech where human qualities are attributed to animals, inanimate objects, or abstract concepts. Example: 'The wind whispered through the trees.'

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What is hyperbole?

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Hyperbole is an exaggerated statement not meant to be taken literally, used for emphasis or effect. Example: 'I’m so hungry I could eat a horse.'

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What is a metaphor?

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A metaphor is a figure of speech that makes a direct comparison between two unlike things without using 'like' or 'as'. Example: 'Time is a thief.'

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What is the purpose of figurative language?

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Figurative language enhances writing by adding depth and meaning, allowing readers to visualize concepts and emotions.

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What is the difference between literal and figurative language?

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Literal language means exactly what it says, while figurative language uses comparisons and exaggerations to convey meanings beyond the literal.

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What is context in reading comprehension?

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Context refers to the words, phrases, or passages surrounding a particular word or text that help clarify its meaning.