Analysis of reading comprehension text at SMP Muhammadiyah 2 Gorontalo
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Narrative Text, Reading Comprehension, Reading SkillsAbstract
This study aimed to analyze students’ reading comprehension skills on narrative texts at SMP Muhammadiyah 2 Gorontalo and the factors that influenced such comprehension, both at the literal and inferential comprehension levels. The research method used was descriptive qualitative, with data collection through observation, interviews, and documentation. The main data sources were observation and interview results, while secondary data sources included relevant books, journals, and theses. Data analysis techniques used included data reduction, data presentation, and conclusion drawing, with triangulation as a step to increase data validity. The results showed that the reading comprehension ability of grade VIII students at SMP Muhammadiyah 2 Gorontalo was still relatively low. In the Roro Jonggrang text, about 40% of students showed good ability, while in the Timun Emas text, almost 90% of students were in the low category. Although students were able to understand the story structure and characters, they struggled to identify moral messages and deeper meanings and answer implicit questions. Factors influencing the low comprehension included limited vocabulary, lack of motivation to read, an unsupportive environment, and the influence of the teacher's role in the learning process.
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