KS2 Reading Comprehension Flashcards

What does 'onomatopoeia' mean?

Answer: Words that sound like the thing they describe

Onomatopoeia refers to words whose sound imitates what they describe, such as 'buzz', 'crash', 'sizzle', and 'squelch'. These words make writing more vivid and help the reader hear what is being described.

In a SATs reading test, what should you always do before answering questions?

Answer: Read the text carefully

Reading the text carefully before answering is essential. It helps you understand the overall meaning, locate information more easily, and answer both retrieval and inference questions accurately.

What is a 'biography'?

Answer: A written account of a real person's life written by someone else

A biography is a non-fiction text that tells the story of a real person's life, written by another person. It is different from an autobiography, which is written by the person themselves.

What does 'cohesion' mean in a piece of writing?

Answer: The way ideas and sentences are linked together smoothly

Cohesion refers to how well a piece of writing flows and connects. Cohesive devices include pronouns, connectives, repeated vocabulary, and adverbials that link sentences and paragraphs together.

What is the purpose of bullet points in a non-fiction text?

Answer: To present a list of information clearly and concisely

Bullet points present information as a clear, easy-to-read list. They are used in non-fiction texts such as reports, instructions, and information leaflets to organise key points efficiently.

Which of the following best describes a 'narrative' text?

Answer: A text that tells a story with characters, settings, and events

A narrative text tells a story and typically includes characters, a setting, a plot (series of events), and a resolution. Narratives can be fiction or creative non-fiction such as autobiographical writing.