CLR – Details & Conclusions
What is the first step when identifying key details in a passage?
Read carefully for facts that directly support the main idea.
What should you look for to determine a word’s meaning in context?
Clues in surrounding sentences or phrases.
What question helps identify the central idea of a passage?
"What is this passage mostly about?”
What type of relationship is shown when one event causes another?
Cause and effect.
What does it mean to “read between the lines”?
To infer meaning that isn’t directly stated.
If a passage describes a character repeatedly helping others, what can you infer about that character?
The character is generous or selfless.
If a passage says, “The mood was somber,” what does somber mean?
Serious or gloomy.
How does a theme differ from a main idea?
A theme is a deeper message or lesson; the main idea is the topic.
If two authors write about the same event differently, what relationship should you analyze?
Point of view or perspective.
When analyzing a text, why is it helpful to annotate?
It helps track important ideas and details while reading.
How can small details in a story’s setting influence the mood?
Descriptive details can create a tone (e.g., gloomy, peaceful, tense).
How does word choice affect tone?
Words can make a tone sound angry, hopeful, sarcastic, or calm.
If a story repeatedly shows a character overcoming challenges, what theme might it suggest?
Perseverance or resilience.
How do transitions like however or therefore help you understand relationships?
They signal contrast or cause/effect between ideas.
How can understanding tone help you find the author’s purpose?
Tone shows how the author feels about the subject.
What conclusion can you draw if an author includes multiple examples of pollution in one city?
The author wants to highlight a major environmental issue.
What is an author’s purpose for using figurative language like metaphors?
To create vivid imagery or emphasize an idea.
How can you find the central idea in an informational text?
Look for repeated key points and supporting evidence.
In a narrative, how can relationships between characters reveal theme?
Interactions show moral lessons or emotional growth.
What’s one strategy for tackling complex passages on a test?
Break them into smaller chunks and summarize after each section.
Why is it important to separate fact from opinion when analyzing details?
To ensure your conclusions are based on evidence, not personal bias.
When an unfamiliar word looks like another you know (e.g., benevolent and benefit), what strategy can you use?
Use word roots or morphology to infer meaning.
What is the central idea of a speech that argues for equal education?
Everyone deserves the same learning opportunities.
How can comparing two texts about the same topic deepen understanding?
It reveals new insights through similarities and differences.
How can connecting multiple reading standards improve comprehension?
It builds a full picture—details, vocabulary, theme, and relationships work together.