8/23 Main Idea Flashcard

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Correct citation: Bats.org.uk says, "Many people think bats are blind, but they can see almost as well as humans."

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Bats.org.uk says, "Many people think bats are blind, but they can see almost as well as humans."

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Jellyfish rely on currents; they lack a brain, heart, bones, or eyes. What part of the response is inadequate?

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Explain the answer.

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She does not understand English well, so be _____ when speaking with her.

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direct

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Start every answer by _______ the question.

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restating

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The witness is a great ________ of evidence.

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source

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Origins of Halloween: A Celtic festival 2,000 years ago, marking the New Year on Nov 1, celebrated with costumes and bonfires.

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The origins of Halloween.

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Newton was inspired by an apple to create gravity.

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How Newton was inspired by an apple to create gravity.

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Jellyfish are weird; they "have no brain" and can't control their actions. What is the response missing?

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A proper answer

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Over 20 billion pounds of candy produced in the US annually.

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It shows how much candy is produced in the US each year.

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Difference between citation and quotation:

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Citation includes source detail.