Reading Comprehension Flashcards
1
Q
Synonym
A
the author give then reader another word that means the same or nearly the same as the unknown word
2
Q
Antonym
A
the author gives a word that means the opposite of the unknown word
3
Q
Restatement
A
the author restates the unknown word in a sentence using more familiar words
4
Q
examples
A
the author gives examples that more clearly help the reader understand the meaning of the unknown word
5
Q
explanation
A
the author gives more information about the unknown word, which better explains the meaning of the word
6
Q
word structure
A
sometimes simply knowing the meaning of basic prefixes, suffixes, and root words can help the reader make an educated guess about an unknown word
7
Q
connotation
A
refers to the emotions or feelings that the reader attaches to words
