unit 3 Flashcards
Analyze:
to break down information to understand it better
Interpret
to provide the meaning of; to make the meaning clear through explanation
Draw Conclusions
to come to an understanding based on the evidence in the text
Main Idea
the most important or central thought in a paragraph or larger section of text; it is what the text is mostly about
Claim
a statement of something as fact
Evidence
information that provides proof in support of an idea
Literal
the primary or strict meaning of a word or phrase
Figurative
not literal; words or phrases must be interpreted to understand deeper meaning
Introduction
the beginning of an essay designed to hook the reader and introduce the topic
Conclusion
The ending of an essay designed to wrap up the topic and leave the reader with a positive feeling
Prompt
a question that requires a written response of a paragraph or more
Excerpt
a passage or quotation taken or selected from a book, document, film