Reading Comprehension Techniques

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Following a five-step reading process ensures purposeful reading and improved understanding.

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Graphology is used to decode words by sounding them out.

False (B)

Morphemes are the largest parts of words that carry meaning.

False (B)

Suffixes are morphemes that appear at the beginning of root words.

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Predictions in reading should always be correct to be considered effective.

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Implied information is directly stated within the text.

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Explicit information can only be explained by using a direct quote from the text.

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Inferring involves using only personal knowledge, without considering the text.

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Evidence is confirmation that what you assert is inaccurate, and it's crucial to acknowledge the origin.

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When writing a summary, you should attempt to answer the who, what, when, where, why and how of the original piece.

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Conforming and contrasting is looking at what is the same and what is different between two things.

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A Venn Diagram can be utilized to visually represent and document the process of comparing and contrasting.

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A flack is something that can be proven true.

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An opinion is a statement based on provable evidence.

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When discerning between fact and opinion, you should ask: Is this statement about the feelings of a specific person or group?

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Flashcards

Phonics

The strategy of understanding how words are pronounced by breaking them down into their individual sounds.

Morphemes

The smallest meaningful units of a word, including prefixes, suffixes, and root words.

Prediction in Reading

A prediction in reading involves thinking about a story and guessing what will happen next, using story details, clues, and your own knowledge.

Explicit Information

Information explicitly stated in the text, usually found in sentences or paragraphs.

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Implied Information

Information implied in the text, but not directly stated, requiring you to infer meaning from clues and your own knowledge.

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Inferring

Putting the pieces together, using the text and your own knowledge, to understand an idea that is not stated directly.

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Explaining a text

Directly quoting from a text or rewording the idea in your own words.

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Drawing Evidence

Using textual evidence to support your argument or explanation when discussing what you have read.

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What is strong evidence?

Supporting your claims with strong, clear, and verifiable information. It makes your arguments convincing and leaves no room for misunderstanding.

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What is a summary?

A concise retelling of a longer text in your own words. It captures the main idea, important details, and the 'who, what, when, where, why, and how' of the original content.

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What is comparing and contrasting?

Highlighting similarities and differences between two or more things.

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What is a fact?

A statement that can be proven to be true. It can be verified with evidence or facts.

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What is an opinion?

A personal belief, thought, or feeling. It reflects an individual's or group's perspective and cannot be proven objectively.

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How to differentiate fact from opinion?

To determine if a statement is based on provable facts or someone's feelings and beliefs.

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Why is distinguishing facts and opinions important?

Understanding the difference between facts and opinions is crucial for critical thinking, making sound judgments, and engaging in constructive conversations.

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Study Notes

Reading with a Purpose

  • Five-step reading process: prepare, preview, predict, paraphrase, picture
  • Previewing helps your brain prepare for learning
  • Predicting involves guessing what will happen next in a text
  • Paraphrasing involves rewriting the text in your own words
  • Picturing involves creating mental images of the text

Decoding Words

  • Phonics: A method for sounding out words
  • Morphemes: Smallest meaningful units of words
    • Prefixes: Appear before root words
    • Root words: The base of a word
    • Suffixes: Appear after root words

Making Predictions

  • Predictions are guesses about what will happen next in a story
  • Use story details, clues, and your own knowledge to predict
  • Use the title, pictures, and synopsis to predict
  • Predictions can be revised as needed

Explicit and Implicit Information

  • Explicit information: Directly stated in the text
  • Implicit information: Suggested, needing inference
  • Explaining explicit information: Direct quotes or paraphrases
  • Explaining implicit information: Combine text and own knowledge

Drawing Evidence from Texts

  • Drawing evidence supports your arguments
  • Evidence is proof of accuracy
  • Evidence must be clear, strong, and explicit (no room for doubt)
  • Credit the source

Writing Summaries

  • A summary is a shortened retelling of a longer piece
  • Include who, what, when, where, why, and how
  • Provide a topic sentence that explains the main idea
  • Leave out unimportant details and characters

Comparing and Contrasting

  • Comparing identifies similarities
  • Contrasting identifies differences
  • Venn diagrams can visually display comparisons and contrasts

Facts vs. Opinions

  • Facts: Provable assertions
  • Opinions: Statements of thoughts, feelings, or beliefs
  • Distinguishing facts from opinions:
    • Can the statement be proven?
    • Does the statement express personal views?

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