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Topic Definition


A noun or noun phrase that encapsulates the subject matter of writing.


-Examples: arteries, acid, alleles mammals or recycling


How to identify purpose of the reading


Asking "What am I reading about?" And "What is important to know about it?"
-Author will include key details, or supporting details that systematically show and support the
point the author is trying to make.
-Once topic is identified, you should be able to identify and rephrase key ideas/points.


Key Ideas definition


Ideas that support the controlling idea.




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Rephrasing


-Once hints in details are found, you should be able to synthesize the key ideas/points to rephrase
ideas.
-First step: Analyze (break down) the key ideas.
-Second Step (final): Rephrase key ideas to understand the main idea. Evaluate the similarities and
differences.


Structure for Conclusion


Found by key terms and descriptions providing structure for common understanding.
-Ask "What can I infer based on what I've just read?"


How reader uses the text


Must observe facts, delineate arguments and discern valid information provided. Then must combine
what the author has provided with individual experiences to draw inference from the selection.




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Conclusion definition


A deduction made by the reader about an unstated outcome from a reading passage. Asks the reader
to analyze and make a decision based on predictions, details, evidence, and results.


Inference defintion


"Reading between the lines" of what is stated. Otherwise, applying logic to facts and evidence
coupled with recognizing the context clues provided. Suggests an idea by details and evidence in
passage.


Key terms include what?


Those that provide sequence or chronology, descriptive words and phrases, and words that convey
value judgements and opinion.
-Can provide explicit information and implicit information that allow the reader to make inference.


Explicit information definition


Clearly stated


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Implicit information defintion


Something not clearly stated


What to identify to delineate key points that support the topic?


Identify the topic and authors main idea


What to demonstrate


Comprehension of a text by explaining how supporting details clarify the main idea.
-Ask "What's the topic and what's the authors main idea about the topic?" Then examine supporting
details and how they relate to the main idea.


Comprehension defintion


Ability to understand




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