Reading Skills
What is the main idea of a text?
The main idea is the most important point or concept that the author wants to convey.
What does the word "synonym" mean?
A synonym is a word that has the same or nearly the same meaning as another word.
What is a complete sentence?
A complete sentence has a subject and a verb and expresses a complete thought.
What is a character in a story?
A character is a person, animal, or figure in a story who plays a role in the plot.
What does it mean to "analyze" a text?
To analyze a text means to examine its elements in detail to understand its meaning and how it works.
How do you summarize a story?
By telling the main points of the story in your own words, focusing on the beginning, middle, and end.
What is an antonym?
An antonym is a word that has the opposite meaning of another word.
Why is it important to organize your writing?
Organizing writing helps readers understand the ideas clearly and follow the writer's thoughts.
What is the setting of a story?
The setting is the time and place where a story occurs
Why is it important to ask questions while reading?
What is a text feature?
Text features are parts of a text that help you find information, like headings, bold words, or captions.
What does it mean to decode a word?
Decoding a word means sounding it out and recognizing the letters and sounds to understand the word.
What are the parts of a friendly letter?
A friendly letter typically has a greeting, body, closing, and signature
What is a plot?
The plot is the sequence of events that make up a story.
What is a summary?
A summary is a brief statement that restates the main points of a text in your own words.
What does it mean to make an inference while reading?
Making an inference means using clues from the text and your own knowledge to understand something that is not directly stated.
What is a homophone?
A homophone is a word that sounds the same as another word but has a different meaning and spelling.
What is a paragraph?
A paragraph is a group of sentences that focus on one main idea.
What is a theme?
How can you tell if a source is reliable?
A reliable source is credible, well-researched, and often written by an expert in the field or published by a reputable organization.
How can illustrations help you understand a text?
Illustrations can provide visual context and clarify ideas or events described in the text.
What does "context clues" refer to?
Context clues are hints within the text that help you figure out the meaning of an unknown word.
How can you make your writing more interesting?
You can use descriptive words, vary your sentence structure, and include details to make your writing more engaging.
What is point of view?
Point of view is the perspective from which a story is told, such as first person or third person.
What strategies can help you improve your reading comprehension?
Strategies include previewing the text, taking notes, asking questions, and summarizing what you read.