Finding Central Idea & Theme - Final

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What is the central idea of a text?

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The central idea is the main point or message that the author wants to convey to the reader.

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What is a theme in literature?

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A theme is a universal idea, lesson, or message that is expressed in a literary work.

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Which of the following is NOT a part of a summary?

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Exact words from the text.

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What text features can help identify the central idea?

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Text features such as headings, subheadings, images, and captions can provide clues to the central idea.

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True or False: You should find text evidence to support your statement about the central idea or theme.

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True.

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What is the purpose of a summary?

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The purpose of a summary is to provide a brief overview of the main points of a text without including personal opinions or exact wording.

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How can you determine the theme of a story?

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You can determine the theme by analyzing the characters, plot, and the author's message throughout the text.

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What is the difference between central idea and theme?

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The central idea is specific to the text, while the theme is a broader message that can apply to multiple texts.

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True or False: The goal in finding the central idea or theme is to determine what the author is trying to say.

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True.

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What role do character actions play in identifying the theme?

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Character actions can reveal the theme by demonstrating the lessons learned or the moral of the story.